1. Lower spare tire – Locate spare tire lowering tools under passenger side seat, lower spare tire and set aside for reinstallation later.
2. Remove Bumper – Unplug electrical connector at the outside of the driverside framerail, pry out plastic connectors that hold the bumper wiring to the
OEM hitch. Remove (2) M10 bolts from behind the license plate with a 15mm socket. Remove (4) M10 nuts (2 each side) that attach the bumper to the
OEM hitch using a 16mm socket, BE SURE TO SUPPORT THE BUMPER DURING THIS STEP. Remove bumper.