Front bumper mount (Freelander 2)

NOTE: The front bumper mount is serviced as a separate welded panel.

NOTE: Due to the combined thickness of the panels, it is recommended that spot welding be replaced with MIG electric rivet welding for this repair.

Removing

1. In conjunction with the front bumper mount, replaces:

front bumper cover
Front bumper
Hood latch panel
Both front fenders

2. For more information regarding this repair procedure, see: For more information, refer to the chapter: Body and frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Special Information and Approval Checks, Description and Operation) / Standard techniques used at the service station (100-00 General information, Description and principle of operation).

3. Remove the hood latch panel. For more information, see the chapter: Hood Latch Panel (501-27, Removal and installation).

4. Remove the radiator. For more information, see chapter: Radiator (303-03A Engine cooling - 3.2L NA - I6, Removal and installation).

5. Left side: Remove the air intake duct.

6. Right side: Remove the windshield washer reservoir. For more information, see chapter: Windshield washer reservoir (501-16 Windshield wipers and washers, Removal and installation).

7. Release the wiring harness and place it aside.

8. Mill out the weld points.

9. Mill out the weld points.

10. Separate the connections and remove the panel.

Installation

1. Prepare the connecting surfaces of the old and new panels.

2. Drill holes in the new panel for electric welding.

3. Attach the new panel and lock it in place. Check the reconciliation, if correct, go to the next step, if not, correct and check again before proceeding to the next step.

4. Weld with electric rivets to the front side member.