How to Remove the Front Bumper on a 2022–2024 Chevrolet Equinox (DIY Guide)

If you want to avoid expensive labor costs and keep your vehicle out of the body shop, this DIY front bumper removal is a smart move. With a pre-painted part ready to install, you can handle the job yourself and keep your car looking brand new without the downtime.

Tools Required

• T15 Torx bit
• 7mm socket
• Panel tool or flathead screwdriver

Front Bumper Removal Process

00:45 – Clearing the Wheel Wells

Start by cranking your steering wheel all the way to one side to give yourself plenty of working room inside the wheel well. Using your T15 Torx bit, locate the bolts along the edge where the bumper meets the wheel well liner. There are a total of five T15 bolts running along this edge. Remove each one carefully and keep them in a safe place so nothing gets lost during the process.

Once you finish one side, get back into the driver’s seat, turn the wheel in the opposite direction, and repeat the exact same process on the other side. This step ensures both sides of the bumper are fully released from the liner.

01:58 – The Hidden Inner Fasteners

With the outer bolts removed, gently pull the fender liner back. Reach behind the liner where the bumper meets the fender. There is a hidden or “sneaky” bolt located behind this area that secures the corner of the bumper.

Use a 7mm socket to remove this bolt. It can be a little tight and hard to see, so take your time and feel for the bolt head. Once you find it, carefully loosen and remove it. Repeat this step on both the driver and passenger sides to fully free the bumper corners.

03:20 – The Underbelly

Move underneath the vehicle to access the lower portion of the bumper. Here, you will find additional 7mm bolts securing the bumper to the splash shield.

There are typically seven to eight bolts running across the bottom edge. Follow the line from one side to the other, removing each bolt as you go. Make sure all of them are removed so the bottom portion of the bumper is completely detached from the underbody shielding.

04:24 – The Upper Grille

Open the hood and look along the top of the grille assembly. You will see a row of T15 Torx bolts running across the top support.

Use your T15 Torx bit to remove all of these bolts. These are the final fasteners holding the bumper to the vehicle. Once removed, the bumper will feel loose, but it is still secured by clips along the headlight and fender areas.

05:21 – Extraction and Electrical

Carefully pull the bumper away from the fender on each side to release the clips. If the clips feel tight or stubborn, use a panel tool near the headlight area to gently pry it loose, as the bumper is firmly clipped into the headlight housing.

Once the clips are released, slowly bring the bumper down—but do not remove it completely yet. At this point, the bumper should feel loose, and that is exactly what you want.

Do not pull the bumper all the way off yet. Your Equinox is equipped with fog lights and sensors that are still connected. Bring the bumper down slowly and locate the main wiring harness.

To disconnect it, pull the red locking tab back first, then press down on the black release piece to separate the harness. There is also a smaller sensor wire with a red tab—press it down and unhook it carefully.

Once all electrical connections are disconnected, you can fully remove the bumper from the vehicle.

ReveMoto Tech Tip: The best method to unplug that harness is to slowly bring the bumper down first. Look for the red clip on the connector—you must push that red tab back before the black release will move. If you try to force it without unlocking the red tab first, you risk damaging the harness.

Installation Process

Reverse Steps – Reinstallation

To reinstall the bumper, simply reverse the removal process. Carefully reconnect all wiring harnesses first, ensuring each connector clicks securely into place and the red locking tabs are fully engaged.

Lift the bumper back into position and align it with the headlight and fender clips. Press firmly along the edges to snap the bumper back into place. Once aligned, reinstall the top T15 bolts, followed by the bottom 7mm bolts underneath the bumper.

Next, reinstall the hidden 7mm bolts behind the fender liner on both sides. Finally, secure the five T15 bolts along each wheel well liner. Double-check all fasteners to ensure everything is tight and properly aligned before finishing.

Skip the body shop and get a perfect factory match delivered to your door.

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