DIY Video: Removing Your Rear Bumper 3G Garage #E-095
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Hey guys you wanted a video for removing your rear bumper and here it is.
It was fairly easy to film this time around. I only had 5 minutes to cover things in this video so I hope it was enough.
If for some reason the video doesn't play just click refresh (F5) on the photobucket page.![Nod](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/nod.gif)
Needed Tools:
- 1 Flat Head screw driver (2 would be better for clips)
- 1 Normal length Phillips Screw Driver (longer would be better)
- 1 wrench with 10mm socket
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It was fairly easy to film this time around. I only had 5 minutes to cover things in this video so I hope it was enough.
If for some reason the video doesn't play just click refresh (F5) on the photobucket page.
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Needed Tools:
- 1 Flat Head screw driver (2 would be better for clips)
- 1 Normal length Phillips Screw Driver (longer would be better)
- 1 wrench with 10mm socket
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Excellent man. I wish I knew the stuff you did, I have a nice camera/PC setup, but no knowledge HAHA... im gonna be relying on you for this!... if you get an aspec kit, you should do a DIY... heck, you should talk to your Acura dealership, see if they can sponsor one for you, if you make DIYs for new employees LOL just a thought
keep up the good work!
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keep up the good work!
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Another good one to be added to the 3G Garage.
I'm not going to start a video section in the garage yet. Mainly waiting for a few more, but also because I have to think about how to do it. But the video links are clearly identified so that should help.
I'm not going to start a video section in the garage yet. Mainly waiting for a few more, but also because I have to think about how to do it. But the video links are clearly identified so that should help.
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Originally Posted by buhhbuhh
will it matter if i have the a-spec body kit on my car?
I'm not really sure becuase I don't have it on my car right now.
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to answer buhhbuhh question, it should be the same as he mention, there is no extra screws i believe. When i installed my aspec rear, all i did was drill hole into the original bumper to attach the lip and prettymuch reuse the screws to hold everything back into place.
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Originally Posted by sifuacura
to answer buhhbuhh question, it should be the same as he mention, there is no extra screws i believe. When i installed my aspec rear, all i did was drill hole into the original bumper to attach the lip and prettymuch reuse the screws to hold everything back into place.
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So, this video will apply for both a-spec and non
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Originally Posted by sifuacura
wait a sec i just realize something, there was two bracket that held the bottom of the apsec kit to the inner fender (both side)...(same as your mud flap bracket)...ok thats the only difference..its 5 am so im trying to remember.
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Not completely, but it does have to be dropped down on each side a couple inches to access the bolts underneath the tails. Most people drop 1 side at a time. That's what I did for mine and 05TLRIDERs. Haven't looked at the video yet but one point to make is that the year can make a small difference on how the bumper is put on. Mine had 6 bolts on the bottom where as 05TLRIDER's had 2 bolts and 4 plastic clips.
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Another nice video Ivan. ![Thumbs Up](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
I had the right tools to get into the hard to reach places, but your tips definitely make it easier.
One thing I found interesting was that the black piece came out attached to your bumper cover. Mine stayed on the car. Here is a picture taken from my A-Spec install thread:
![](https://img468.imageshack.us/img468/912/img0133resizesi4.jpg)
Maybe it will come out on some and not on others?![Dunno](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/dunno.gif)
Thanks for the video!
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I had the right tools to get into the hard to reach places, but your tips definitely make it easier.
One thing I found interesting was that the black piece came out attached to your bumper cover. Mine stayed on the car. Here is a picture taken from my A-Spec install thread:
![](https://img468.imageshack.us/img468/912/img0133resizesi4.jpg)
Maybe it will come out on some and not on others?
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Thanks for the video!
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sandiegodrive... thanks a bundle. You have my vote for creating the most resourceful thread. Up until now I had no clue how to remove any of bumpers. The other DIY descriptions and the OEM manual did me no good. The video was a great help.
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After a very frustrating time trying to replace my TL tailights with non-oem type s tails, I realize I have to take off the bumper. Thank you for the great work on the video. Without it, I would still be yanking out the other tail by force. Attention Acura engineers:Make it easier to swap taillights please.
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Here I come!
I was just trying to smoke out my tail lamps, but later I will be installing the Type S tails so I'm glad I seen this video. Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Houston
I was just trying to smoke out my tail lamps, but later I will be installing the Type S tails so I'm glad I seen this video. Thanks!
So stay tuned
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Originally Posted by blueracer17
My quarter panel/bumper cover gap is a little excessive. Is there any adjustment to suck up the cover to the quarter panel? Thanks for the DIY video, great work.
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And thanks, I've been really busy and still haven't had time to check back as often.
I'll have more videos soon
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Thanks a lot for this vid man. I just got my Type S tails yesterday, and I think I can put them on today using the vid as a guide. Much appreciated! No way I am spending $110 for the damn dealership to change them out.
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According to the parts department it is a direct replacement. I should receive my in today. I have to have it painted and Ill let you know once installed. Thanks
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+Thanks on a very helpful video.
I'm curious, with the DIYers who've said this was easy, and removed their front and/or rear bumpers, has anyone broken the clips or other fasteners? I'd hate to work on this over a weekend, break a couple of them and not be able to put my covers back on because there's no stealership open to get parts from. I'll buy some preemptively if it's prudent, but I can't really tell because no one seems to mention that they've broken a fastener.
I'm curious, with the DIYers who've said this was easy, and removed their front and/or rear bumpers, has anyone broken the clips or other fasteners? I'd hate to work on this over a weekend, break a couple of them and not be able to put my covers back on because there's no stealership open to get parts from. I'll buy some preemptively if it's prudent, but I can't really tell because no one seems to mention that they've broken a fastener.