Section 01-02: Body Panels, Front End
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Hood Bumpers

 

Overslam Bumpers

Removal

  1. Open hood (16612).

  1. Unscrew and remove bumper.

  1. Reach underneath front fender radiator support reinforcement (16B072) with a pair of pliers, squeeze tabs of nylon nut together and remove.

Installation

  1. Remove bumper from nylon nut and push nut into place on front fender radiator support reinforcement.

  1. Screw bumper into nylon nut and adjust up and down so hood latches firmly but does not flutter or rattle.

 

Anti-Squeak Bumpers

Removal

  1. Open hood.

  1. Using wide-blade screwdriver, pry out hood bumper. Be careful not to scratch or chip finish.

Installation

  1. If finish is chipped or rusted around bumper slot, sand lightly and touch up paint.

  1. Apply rubber lubricant or household dishwashing detergent to flange of hood bumper.

  1. Work into place with help of screwdriver.