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Jeep Wrangler: Off-Road Driving Tips / Bumper End Cap Removal

The end caps on your vehicle’s front fascia/ bumper can be removed by following the steps below:

NOTE:

Bumper end caps are removable on steel fascia/bumper only.

Loosen the two bolts that retain the GAWR bracket (Bolts #1 and #2) to the end cap using a T45 torx bit screw driver. Do not remove the bolts.

Bolt #1

Bolt #2
Remove the remaining 8 bolts.
Gently remove the end cap from the vehicle and store it where it will not get damaged.
Repeat this procedure on the other side.

Side Step Removal — If Equipped

NOTE: Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be removed to prevent damage if so equipped. Remove both nuts and bolt from the underside of the vehicle for each bracke Underside Nuts Remove the side step assembly...

The Basics Of Off-Road Driving

You will encounter many types of terrain driving off-road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area before proceeding. There are many types of surface conditions: hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow and ice...

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Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Full Size Spare — If Equipped

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