Mariner | 2008-2011 | Base, Hybrid, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
Q: How to service and repair the front bumper cover on Mercury Mariner?
A: To repair the front bumper cover, tape the corners and below the headlamps. With the vehicle in neutral on a hoist, remove 6 pin-type retainers and 4 fender splash shield bolts, tightening to 8 Nm upon reinstallation. Disconnect fog lamp connectors, remove the bumper cover, and reverse the procedure to reinstall.
Q: How to service the rear bumper cover on Mercury Cougar?
A: In order to service rear bumper cover, remove the rear lamp assemblies, loosen the wheel nuts and raise the vehicle. Disassemble the anti-lock braking system sensor and wiring and take off the fender splash shields. Unscrew the bumper cover, license plate lamps and connectors. Turn the procedure in reverse to put the new cover in.