Toyota Camry Front Bumper Cover & Grille Removal (2012 - 2014) | Replace & Change

[@brycecouey2143]

We just finished replacing both headlights in the 2012 Camry SE. My 12 year old son followed this video to a "T" and it took him a little over an hour to finish. He did all the work himself. This video is spot on. Thank you so much for posting.

[@I4NI_]

12 year old! Gold star for you well done get the kids off the phone and get them doing things like this,⭐👏👏

[@MissRenee_X]

This gives me hope lol

[@greggwilson8055]

Thank you for demonstrating how to put the front bumper back onto the car. I watched many videos and your video was the only one I found that had this level of detail. Well done!

[@Edscnc]

Thank you and I must say this is as good a demonstration as one can make. Concise and easily seen.

[@ElwoodPDowd-nz2si]

Disconnect battery cable. Whew! That advice alone made the video worth watching.

[@nextgencfl]

Question... at 2:39.. you see the plastic on the left side of the radiator? I believe its called a deflector. Is that suppose to be fairly loose and not snug? I had the dealership work on a few unrelated things on my car and ever side everytime I drive (especially with a cross wind) I hear this hollow sound much like some plastic getting caught in wind. Its quite annoying and one of those type of things you just have to fix yourself (dealer always says that is normal etc). I hope you have some insight into this.

[@sgtrpalma]

Brother, I appreciate you for helping people like me with these amazing videos!!!

[@charlenewhalley7936]

Thank you for showing me how to take off my front bumper on my 2014 Toyota Camry!!! Have a blessed evening because you deserve it!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@daisycristobal8084]

What if the car has like plastic around where the wheel is at. It looks like it's attached to the bumper but also the rest of the car, this car doesn't have that I'm wondering if it was glued into?

[@chenxianming]

what is the plastic cover at the bottom of the car called? Mine got cracked, so I do need to get this one a replacement. Thanks!

[@happywrenching]

That's the engine under cover. Its also called an under body cover or under body panel.

[@dangrissom7791]

awesome video!! quick question at the 6:15 of the video. does that wheel liner attachment comes with the liner so that bumper can be hooked in ?

[@ronaldmejia6891]

I would like to take my time just to say: THANK YOU. I changed my headlights yesterday 11/2/17. And followed everything you posted in this video. Extremely helpful. I had NO issues. Thanks again

[@shaunjay6040]

I need to replace the wheel arch liner.. Any videos on removing that?

[@ROOKTABULA]

Great clip. So this is designed so you absolutely HAVE to remove the bumper skin to replace the grill that runs the length between the fog lamps (2014 XLE)?

[@alexgutierrez3609]

Question u know that plastic screw on the fender line, mind broke do you know what or where I can find the replacement screw?? Been looking everywhere

[@sandoval7035]

I saw a comment below asking you about not taking the whole bumper off for the foglight replacement and you suggested the two fender screws and one under neath I am going to try that myself for my foglight but was wondering if you thought I should still take the negative off the battery to not set off an airbag? Any help would be great! Thanks

[@williambaldwin9346]

At 5:45 Putting the passenger side back on, what is the grey plastic piece that the bumper is covering when lining up the bumper? That piece is loose, and that side of my bumper keeps popping loose, Thank you.

[@happywrenching]

That's called a bumper cover reinforcement, or retainer, or even side support. Google part number 5253606190 for an example.

[@lanevoxracer]

What is the part called on 3:39? Mine torn off and I am trying to find a replacement part. Thanks!

[@Tretrips]

engine splash shield

[@MaxArmani]

Where can i find the entire front set? Bumper assembly and grill?

[@arturocontreras4016]

Hey bro, I recently got a 2014 Camry XLE. I would like to know if I can replace the front end with a SE bumper?

[@juanrsalinas53]

Can you get these covers already painted in the color of the OEM?

[@Jonathan.R.Pereira]

Any ideas on how to fix a loose bumper.. my bumper keeps popping out in the middle in the section @5:54

[@Jonathan.R.Pereira]

5:54

[@stevenhicks815]

That's what I am wanting to know mine is loose on top and bottom.

[@kagfamily1130]

Thank You for Posting this. If I could I would shake Your hand. Went through a deep puddle and got water in My headlights. You taught Me how to get to the issue and by that. I was able to dry out lights and car looks great again. I hope You can feel Our appreciation. Thanks again.

[@karma9live]

Thanks for Strangely capitalizing words In the middle of Your sentences.

[@em6197]

any suggestions if the part at 3:15 is broken?? I haven't been able to get that corner of the bumper to remain clipped in. The plastic screw doesn't seem to be able to hold anything anymore

[@happywrenching]

You should be able to buy replacement clips at your nearest auto or hardware store.

[@arthercasillas2755]

I have the same problem not the clip but the backing where the screw goes into.....on a side note body shop said replace the bumper. I was at a lost of words and walked out the door the minute he said replace the number . The clip is one inch wide I was thinking JB welding a new clip.

[@nathrahul11]

one of my bumber clip is broken. do you know where i can buy those?

[@Tubedog8]

Thank you so much for doing this video!!! Saved me lots of time and helped me know how many clips I removed!

[@bbenally88]

is there a trick to take off the plastic screw at 3:09?. The driver side comes out easily, just like in this video. But on the passenger side, it just keeps spinning and does not come out.

[@kmclean03]

Butterz88 having the exact same issue. Help plz!

[@shaneolean1396]

My passenger side screw came out but the fender well plastic is not budging. I can't pull the fender plastic out of that screw hole. It doesn't make any sense.

[@hossamhaddad7]

Do you can add video for 2013 toyota camry front Fender replacement

[@mjyu6272]

Is there any tricks to pull the grille out instead of using force? it seems very difficult to pull it off like in the video.

[@velavanlaack9134]

which size of socket do you need to use?

[@RONLEO24]

Around how long should this take ? First time doing this headlight replacement

[@onekthien]

could you please post a video on how to remove just the front wheel well liner? i know theres a couple bolts, i can't figure out how to take it off. I wanna replace my fogs but i don't wanna go thru the trouble of taking off the whole front bumper cover

[@happywrenching]

You do not need to take off the whole bumper to get at the fogs. You can remove the two screws in the wheel well liner that hold the side of the bumper. Then remove one of the screws on the bottom. Pull on the side of the bumper to disengage it from the fender. That should give you enough room to fit your hand in and reach fog light.

[@jmwloup5110]

Loved this vid on the front bumper cover removal of the 2012 toyota camry, but it seems that the front bumper cover of the base 2012 toyota corolla is a bit different, do you or will you have a video on this?

[@happywrenching]

Yes, the base bumper looks different but all of the steps to take it off are the same as in this video.

[@meelokun]

is it possible to convert a LE fascia (both front and back) for the 2012-2014 Camry to the SE fascia? (provided you have all the parts?)

[@kevincouey9272]

I am replacing my headlight tomorrow in my 12 Camry. It scares me to death trying to disengage bumper from fender. Are you just pulling straight outward like toward your body??

[@burageZ]

what are parts of the car that can't be replaced? I can't tell if the part that runs along the top of the car above the doors is a panel or actually part of the frame.

[@happywrenching]

+zenetra burage Everything can be replaced - even parts of the frame if you have the right tools. What you are talking about is the roof molding and it is replaceable.

[@burageZ]

+happywrenching thank you. I was just wondering because a lady side swiped me and the part of the frame is actually welded.

[@dg26708]

Does the fog light bezels require you to remove the whole bumper?

[@75Hmong]

if you can could you do it on a Camry 2015? or r they similar?

[@marybrown3678]

Thank you so much for your Video. I now can fix my moms' bumper, it came off. You are absolutely amazing.

[@F87.juliee]

what are the black plastic cover under the front bumper called? The one where there were 10 screws there

[@happywrenching]

That's the engine under cover. Its also called an under body cover or under body panel.

[@bruhnstv]

How much time did your video save me? LOTS, I'm quite sure, plus helping me avoid damaging anything. Thank you, thank you, thank you. To pay it back a little, some notes: The Phillips in the wheel well is a #1. If you're taking the bumper cover off, you do NOT necessarily have to disconnect the grille from it; you can reach the three lower button fasteners fine from the top with the grille in place. On mine at least there are six of those 10mm screws on the bottom. My reason for taking it off: I bumped into something and dented the cover in the lower right corner; I didn't want to replace the whole thing, but it had a dent along that lower "crease". I popped the dent out by cutting a couple blocks of wood with (roughly) mating "V" surfaces and used a clamp to press the wood blocks together with the cover in between, and press the dent out. That worked, but not perfectly. A heat gun on the back side warmed the plastic enough that I could smooth it out close to perfect. Take it easy and don't over-heat! If you don't have a heat gun, a hair dryer on high may work. Putting it back on: it may help if you first put those push fasteners all in before you push them closed...likely unnecessary, but it might just save you having to take one back out. The plunger on the grille fasteners seemed to want to go down, which will keep the fastener from going into its hole, and it helped to hold them with two fingers, one on either side of the plunger, just under the head. Also, note that the push fasteners for the top cover have one leg a bit longer than the others, and you can use that to your advantage to get them back in their holes. Before I noticed that, the sprung-out legs weren't wanting to go into the holes very easily. Of course you can avoid that by using new fasteners that haven't had their legs sprung out yet.

[@fubag]

Could you comment on whether I can pop out the lower front grille on the camry and install a new one? Or do I need to take the whole bumper apart? Is it just popped in by clips or something I need to do from the other side? Thanks!

[@happywrenching]

I can only comment on the 2012 - 2014 models. There are three pieces to the lower grille. The center piece is held in place by clips. You should be able to pull it and pop it out. The two left and right pieces by the fog lights are held with clips and also two screws that you need to get from behind the bumper cover. You may be able to remove the under body cover and reach in the back to get those screws. This will save you from having to remove the whole bumper. If you look at my toyota camry foglight and headlight removal video around the 4 minute mark you will see the screws.

[@Avocado797]

Where can I buy a replacement rivett as shown at 3:25?

[@BinhNguyen-qj3hr]

My Toyota 2013 radiator front cover is broken how can I change it? Thank you.

[@yemenisworkersinusa7811]

Hello can you please send me a link where I can buy the pumper paint

[@BECHURE]

Anyone have advice on where to purchase an aftermarket grille? eBay has the bumpers, but the grille seems a harder find. Thanks

[@rasmodeus1]

Is there much difference between this removal and replace and a toyota camry 2011?

[@happywrenching]

It's very similar. The biggest difference is that in 2012 - 2014 the front portion of the bumper that contains the grille is removable while the 2011 the bumper is one piece. In addition, the 2011 does not have the top plastic cover.

[@rasmodeus1]

happywrenching Thanks for the answer!

[@41divad]

Thanks for skipping all the music, drama, long intro, and “so let’s go ahead and get started” V good video

[@ogkush36]

I have a silver 2012 camry does anybody know how to actually obtain a black grill silver on the outside to match my car? Basically im just trying to replace my old cracked up one with the exact same thing, my car is silver. It's actually kinda impossible to find a exact replica of the same base model part in silver and black for a 2012 cam se smh why? I'd expect this for cars like rolls royce and bugattis etc but not a basic standard car like camry sheesh. If anybody can help please share a link and than you in advance

[@onekthien]

thank you for posting these videos. i truly appreciate it!

[@bony56717]

I got the same car,I'm trying to do plastic dip on just the front grill,can u please tell me if I took of just the front grill not bumper do I still have to disconnect the battery cable since I'm taking off just the grill or it's still necessary to disconnect the battery cable

[@happywrenching]

jaswinder kumar You should be ok with not disconnecting the battery.

[@bony56717]

Thank you very much

[@MichaelRiston]

Thanks for the video - I need to do this for a 2009 Camry and while this is for a different model year, it helps to have an idea before I jump in!

[@davidsanchez6907]

Great how to video bro 👌 saved me headaches

[@rockefelleragent1357]

Very good tutorial. Nice and clean presentation

[@xKuyaEx]

Came across this after wanting to remove my 2014-2015 Corolla bumper, and the removal process is practically the same. Only difference being the cars obviously.

[@madman7923]

thanks for the great video! i was thinking about blacking out my grille and was wondering if it would be difficult. its not :P so cool thanks for this!

[@davidsanchez6907]

By the way great advice to disconnect the battery as one of the beginning steps

[@pacificrocknorthwest5612]

@happywrenching, awesome video, could you please do one for the 2015 or 16" model.

[@tumurj5473]

Hi Dear thank you your video its very helpful can you show how to remove and install front fender right passenger side if you have chance thanks again

[@arifbornal17]

Great channel 👍👍👍

[@huynhman71]

I love your video. Thank you very much.

[@ChrisFullerton]

i need an 03 Camry tutorial

[@hiramburgos780]

Gracias

[@WolfSnapCom]

The little plastic things you were removing with a screwdriver... You were doing it wrong. You push IN the middle of the clip and you can then remove it easily. Push from the plunger end to "reset" it. No risk of damage :)

[@mjyu6272]

yes, you are right. do you have any idea how to pull the grille off? unlike in the video, I found it was very difficult to pull it off. Should be there some tricks? Thanks!

[@danielgutherman5108]

Thank you for the video! A big help!

[@nestorespinoza1602]

Thank you again for the awesome video

[@rodriears]

Thanks...it helped me fix my bottle washer

[@johnwatson6541]

Outstanding video!! Thank you!!

[@jtalonrider4769]

any Rav 4 video ????

[@Calliber84]

thanks for the video very helpfu. i need to watch it due i need to changea headlight.

[@johnbird4493]

Very helpful!...Thank you!

[@Calliber84]

and u have a beautiful car by the way.

[@alphaomega8373]

Its made of plastic! Its a hot wheel!

[@davem8360]

@@alphaomega8373 plastic can be beautiful.

[@alphaomega8373]

@@davem8360 Yeah like shine new credit cards too. :D

[@eph6jonprice]

Is it necessary to do anything different for a 2013 hybrid? Thanks for the video, I just wish you could find out who the cowardly knuckleheads that gave it a thumbs down were... Who WOULDN'T appreciate this, seriously?!? Sorry, done with the rant, just a pet peeve :) thanks for the help!

[@happywrenching]

+eph6jonprice As far as I know, everything is the same as the non hybrid.

[@joesebol1425]

Great videos (this and replacing a headlight assembly), but how do you disable the airbag on the hybrid (2014, if it makes a difference)?

[@MissRenee_X]

I’m going to attempt this lol

[@kaushikus0510]

thanks lots for video.

[@amadonavarrete8609]

good video gracias amigo

[@10ashagirl]

Thank You

[@OmarKhalidAlMahdawiOKA]

Thank you!

[@Chris-hx3om]

Dude, what's with the latex gloves? That's just creepy....

[@davem8360]

stupid question

[@johnwatson6541]

Very good informative video. Thanks!!

[@mrg4838]

Thank You