How to service and repair the front bumper cover on Ford Explorer?

You should start repairs of front bumper cover on Explorer and Mountaineer by removing the headlamp assemblies first. Any equipment requiring a connector for the fog lamp or side turn signal lamp needs to be disconnected for the following procedure. You must unscrew both screws and pin-type retainers that attach the front fender inner splash shields before taking out the shields. The service requires removal of 2 bolts at the bumper cover base while unscrewing 6 grille opening-to-grille opening panel scrivets. Utilize a flat-blade screwdriver to separate the locking tabs of the fender clips from the bumper cover because these clips will detach alongside the front fender. The Mountaineer requires removal of upper screws on the bumper cover along with other steps. Press the bottom part of the front bumper cover upward as you apply pressure at the top surface to free its 3 locking tabs. Conclude by uninstalling the front bumper cover then follow the removal steps in reverse to install it.

How to remove and replace the front bumper cover on Ford Explorer?

The first step to replace or remove the front bumper cover on Explorer Sport Trac series and Mountaineer requires headlamp assembly removal. Remove the electrical plugs from fog lamps along with side turn signal lamps on models that have this setup. Secondly you must remove front fender inner splash shield screws and pin-type retainers before proceeding to remove inner splash shields. The removal process calls for unscrewing the 2 bolts found under the bumper cover together with removing 6 scrivets that support the grille-to-grille opening panel. The fender clips stay with the front fender but you can use a flat-blade screwdriver to unlock the tabs which are attached to the bumper cover. The Mountaineer bumper cover upper screws must be removed first before rotating its bottom section upward while pressing down on the top portion until all 3 locking tabs disengage. Reinstallation of the front bumper cover requires following the reverse order of uninstallation.

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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Lower Part Number: 7L2Z-17D957-SA
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- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Front Lower; Lower Cover
- Position: Front Lower
- Replaces: 7A2Z-17D957-SA
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Ford Explorer | XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: JB5Z-17D957-GAPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: FB5Z-17D957-FA
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Front
- Replaces: FB5Z-17D957-FBPTM, FB5Z-17D957-HPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2017 Ford Explorer | Base, DX, Limited, Platinum, Police, Sport, XLT | 2.3L L4, 3.5L V6, 3.7L V6, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: 6L2Z-17D957-VAPTM
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- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Front
- Position: Front
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- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: BB5Z-17D957-BPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2011-2015 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Rear Upper Part Number: FB5Z-17K835-ADPTM
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- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Rear Upper
- Position: Rear Upper
- Replaces: FB5Z-17K835-APTM, FB5Z-17K835-AD, FB5Z-17K835-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2017 Ford Explorer | Base, DX, Limited, Platinum, Police, Sport, XLT | 2.3L L4, 3.5L V6, 3.7L V6, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: FB5Z-17D957-APTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Front
- Replaces: FB5Z-17D957-ACPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2017 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Rear Upper Part Number: FB5Z-17K835-ACPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Rear; Bumper Cover, Rear Upper
- Position: Rear Upper
- Replaces: FB5Z-17K835-BPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2017 Ford Explorer | Base, DX, Limited, Platinum, Police, Sport, XLT | 3.5L V6, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: JB5Z-17D957-EAPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Rear Part Number: 3L2Z-17K835-AAA
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- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Rear
- Position: Rear
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007, 2004 Ford Explorer | NBX, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Upper Part Number: 7L2Z-17D957-RBPTM
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- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Front, Front Upper; Upper Cover
- Position: Front Upper
- Replaces: 6L2Z-17D957-RAPTM, 6L2Z-17D957-TAPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, XLT | 4.0L V6, 4.6L V8, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: JB5Z-17D957-FAPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: 2L2Z-17D957-SAPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Position: Front
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Rear Part Number: MB5Z-17K835-AB
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Rear; Bumper Cover, Rear
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2021-2024 Ford Explorer | Timberline | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: JB5Z-17D957-HAPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: FB5Z-17D957-JPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Front
- Replaces: FB5Z-17D957-ABPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2017 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: FB5Z-17D957-BPTM
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- Other Name: Bumper Assembly - Front; Bumper Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Front
- Replaces: FB5Z-17D957-BAPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2017 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: YL2Z-17757-BAA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Platinum-(textured surface), XLT (with chrome trim)
- Position: Front
- Replaces: XL2Z-17757-BAA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2001 Ford Explorer | XLT | 4.0L V6, 5.0L V8, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Front Part Number: F87Z-17757-BB
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- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match , Limited
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1998 Ford Explorer | Limited | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Bumper Cover, Rear Part Number: 7L2Z-17K835-EA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover; Bumper Cover, Rear
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Ford Explorer | XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS

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A Ford Explorer Bumper Cover is a soft body panel that covers the actual bumper and is applied to enhance appearance and impact protection. Located at the front or rear of a vehicle, the Bumper Cover is placed to reduce the shock transferred when a collision happens. The Bumper Cover gives your Ford SUV a finished look that cleverly hides its structural components. The formed surface of the device may have apertures for the ventilation of the radiator or other coolers. Furthermore, the surface is capable of having depressions for fog lights, parking lights, turn signals, and tow-hook access covers. The Bumper Cover helps maintain aerodynamic smoothness that can contribute to speed and fuel efficiency, as it is lighter and more flexible than the metal bumper that it conceals. When damaged, replacing the Bumper Cover can restore its looks and the protective layer it provides. Each Ford Explorer part is available separately for purchase or as part of a certain body type. Ford Explorer parts are manufactured to original specifications, ensuring that fit and alignment are not affected after installation. Thus, each component is a simple replacement for any Ford Explorer owner.

Ford Explorer Bumper Cover Parts and Q&A

Bumper Cover, Front
6L2Z-17D957-VAPTM
Q: How to service and repair the front bumper cover on Ford Explorer?
A:
You should start repairs of front bumper cover on Explorer and Mountaineer by removing the headlamp assemblies first. Any equipment requiring a connector for the fog lamp or side turn signal lamp needs to be disconnected for the following procedure. You must unscrew both screws and pin-type retainers that attach the front fender inner splash shields before taking out the shields. The service requires removal of 2 bolts at the bumper cover base while unscrewing 6 grille opening-to-grille opening panel scrivets. Utilize a flat-blade screwdriver to separate the locking tabs of the fender clips from the bumper cover because these clips will detach alongside the front fender. The Mountaineer requires removal of upper screws on the bumper cover along with other steps. Press the bottom part of the front bumper cover upward as you apply pressure at the top surface to free its 3 locking tabs. Conclude by uninstalling the front bumper cover then follow the removal steps in reverse to install it.
Bumper Cover, Front Lower
7L2Z-17D957-SA
Q: How to remove and replace the front bumper cover on Ford Explorer?
A:
The first step to replace or remove the front bumper cover on Explorer Sport Trac series and Mountaineer requires headlamp assembly removal. Remove the electrical plugs from fog lamps along with side turn signal lamps on models that have this setup. Secondly you must remove front fender inner splash shield screws and pin-type retainers before proceeding to remove inner splash shields. The removal process calls for unscrewing the 2 bolts found under the bumper cover together with removing 6 scrivets that support the grille-to-grille opening panel. The fender clips stay with the front fender but you can use a flat-blade screwdriver to unlock the tabs which are attached to the bumper cover. The Mountaineer bumper cover upper screws must be removed first before rotating its bottom section upward while pressing down on the top portion until all 3 locking tabs disengage. Reinstallation of the front bumper cover requires following the reverse order of uninstallation.