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.
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...
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...
Other information:
For programming transmitters in Canada/
United States that require the transmitter
signals to “time-out” after several seconds of
transmission.
Canadian radio frequency laws require
transmitter signals to time-out (or quit) after
several seconds of transmission – which may
not be long enough for HomeLink® to pick up
the signal during programming...
The MIL is a part of an Onboard
Diagnostic System called OBD II that
monitors engine and automatic
transmission control systems. This
warning light will illuminate when the ignition is
in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If
the bulb does not come on when turning the
ignition switch from OFF to ON/RUN, have the
condition checked promptly...