sandiegodrive

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.

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

fant0m_TL

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!

Ron A

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.

LTxArucAx60

iTrader: (9)

Thanks man you sure helped out alot!! Now i can put on my type S lights on tomorrow. And maybe the HID lights as well. keep up the good work and looking forward to the next DIY Video. Peace

buhhbuhh

thank you very very much !!! can't wait for the intake video.. thats the most anticipated video for me!!!

buhhbuhh

did you run into a problem at the end ?

sandiegodrive

Not really a problem, just took my time making sure it went in right

buhhbuhh

will it matter if i have the a-spec body kit on my car?

sandiegodrive

Hmmm, anyone want to tune in and answer this question?

I'm not really sure becuase I don't have it on my car right now.

sandiegodrive

^Bump^

So does anyone know the answer to buhhbuhh's questions about the A-Spec kit?

sifuacura

iTrader: (1)

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.

sandiegodrive

Thanks sifuacura

So, this video will apply for both a-spec and non Hope this helps you out

sifuacura

iTrader: (1)

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.

jzacuto

This is fantastic! Now... where can I get a pre-painted graphite bumper cheap to replace mine that someone nicked parallel parking behind me??

crazymonkeytl

great writeup, very informative.

Buda

iTrader: (1)

Correct, there are 4 extra screws that have to be taken out on each side and it is not the easiest to do. I did a write up on taking off the bumper with the aspec lip on in the thread: 07 Tail install - bumper removal with aspec lip

XtraKrispy

Great job on this! Very good narrative and tips!

gunner252

great vid one question - does the rear bumper have to be removed to remove the tail lights?

Buda

iTrader: (1)

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.

Jeffa1

Another great instruction video. Keep up the nice work.

ChicagoBurbs

VERY COOL...Love the series so far...keep them coming!

Glad you got a new TLS...from now on your vids will be even more appropriate for me!

Thanks!

Dan

datmrman

Another nice video Ivan.

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:



Maybe it will come out on some and not on others?

Thanks for the video!

sandiegodrive

Giving thread a bump for those who are having trouble finding it

Tonywp75

Awsome bump....just want i needed.

sandiegodrive

No problem Glad I could help

architectonic

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.

sandiegodrive

Glad I could help you out bro

Halo3playa

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.

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!

sandiegodrive

No problem, I took a small break from making DIY videos, but I already filmed footage for two more recently.

So stay tuned

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.

Black0ut

subscribed new tails coming monday

nice DIY vid! def appreciated by first timers!

sandiegodrive

If it has always been like that then I don't know sorry

And thanks, I've been really busy and still haven't had time to check back as often.

I'll have more videos soon

HOCKEYMAN23

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.

zsameer

Thanks a lot for this great video. Makes life easy for the rest of us who have not done this before.

Phambam12

putting my bumper back on was so much harder then i thought it'd be .

pnoi521

I know theres probably a thread about this already, but is the type s rear bumper a direct replacement for my 06 rear bumper?

Enveee

that was fantastic that really helped me put my tailligts on ty lol

El Bro

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

Chessie724

+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.