Removal/Installation of Rear Bumper

w8n4mud · 06-14-2009, 05:18 PM

Easier than expected, you'll need just a few tools and the hands of at least 2 other friends.
Here's the scoop with our "Bumper Swap."
Edrin55 / 09 Tacoma Access Cab w/ no hitch. This truck is not a PreRunner.
Before Picture

Rpparkster / 09 Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab
Before Picture

Before you start, unplug the lights from both sides of the license plate. They should turn down and pull out.

Tools needed. Plus a flat head screw driver.

3/4 Wrench to hold the nut from moving while using the 3/4 socket on the top. This is in the middle of the bumper above the hitch.

Use the flathead screw driver to pop up those little squares on the cover and then use the screw driver to pop-up those little inserts. Lift the center round section of that pop-in thing to pop it out. In addition to that, there are two more small bolts under the cover (underneath). You'll need a 10mm socket to remove those two.

11/16 socket for the remaining 4 bolts (2 on each side). There are a lot of bolts under there. Remove the two closest to the bumper. If yours are the same as these, they will be black in color while the other ones are in silver. Remember, this is from the Double Cab with a hitch.

Here is a picture of the access cab. The brackets holding the rear bumper are different. However, the pattern (the two bolts being removed on each side) is the same. Remove the two closest to the bumper. Notice these are not black like the others.

Once the bolts are removed, it will take at least two people to remove the bumper away from the truck EVENLY.
Once it's off, you'll need the support of your friends to push in the bumper back in place. It's a little tough. Use gloves and a rubber mallet if you have it handy. If not, it's ok. Just be careful to not hit the truck as you're putting it back in.
Edrin55's new look!

Rpparkster's new look!

Another successful mod. Thanks for looking.

rpparkster · 06-14-2009, 05:25 PM

That looks so familiar. Nice write up, feel like I was actually there...haha.
Only catch is getting it back on in the clips. It did take a little force and by the time we were putting the second one back on we had it dialed in. If you can't get it to fit, hold one side in and put the other side "on top" of the clip and force it down w/ some weight. Thanks for the pics and great write-up Al.

Edrin55 · 06-14-2009, 05:28 PM

Way to go Albert..... Great post. Thanks for making this mod possible.

taco_man · 08-09-2009, 11:01 PM

you still have the crome bumper???

Kyouto42 · 08-09-2009, 11:18 PM

Good post, getting it off and back in was a PITA with oakleyTRD and myself...

One thing I'll mention that might be a wise idea (even though we didn't do it), taking out the rear tails might make for a better piece of mind because when you're pulling on it that hard and trying to put it back in... more than a couple of times we came close to ramming the bumper into one of the tails.

Oh yea, color matched BSP ftw

TuRDVan · 08-09-2009, 11:18 PM

Nice, I just replaced my wife's bumper which was all mangled from an accident. Before I put the new one back on, I took a sledge and hit on the end of the mounts a bit to widen them out a bit. Made putting the new one back in a little easier and then they bend back in as you tighten the bolts. I tightened each side a little at a time so that it would pull them in evenly.

08 tacoma dirive · 08-19-2009, 07:17 PM

where did that bumper come from some that was made or what i like the looks

06BLUEDBLSPORT · 08-19-2009, 07:21 PM

Great job W8n4mud!!! you did an awesome job

hedlesbrmstkbass · 08-19-2009, 11:32 PM

ahhh everyone's doing this now!

haha trucks look sweet now

w8n4mud · 08-20-2009, 01:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by taco_man

you still have the crome bumper???

Edrin still has the Chrome bumper. We even installed an SR5 badge.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 06BLUEDBLSPORT

Great job W8n4mud!!! you did an awesome job

Thank you. Rpparkster did help. It was a learning experience for all of us.

Good point to bring up about the lights. I remember we were close too, but we knew to keep it away and push down at the same time.

jonnysrt2004 · 09-04-2009, 11:22 AM

will be using this write up tomorrow morning. finally found someone to trade me their black bumper for my chrome

Padilla1880 · 09-04-2009, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonnysrt2004

will be using this write up tomorrow morning. finally found someone to trade me their black bumper for my chrome

Thought you were gonna get that color matched one from that guy in vegas, who was gonna bring it down since his fam is in CA.

jonnysrt2004 · 09-04-2009, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Padilla1880

Thought you were gonna get that color matched one from that guy in vegas, who was gonna bring it down since his fam is in CA.

i hit him up twice in the thread, but he never replied. then later on her said he bought it and it has some scratches. by that time it was too late. miscommunication i guess. he was gonna get it painted and mont it on his truck
oh wellz

w8n4mud · 09-04-2009, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonnysrt2004

will be using this write up tomorrow morning. finally found someone to trade me their black bumper for my chrome

That makes me feel good!!! LD

Padilla1880 · 09-04-2009, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonnysrt2004

i hit him up twice in the thread, but he never replied. then later on her said he bought it and it has some scratches. by that time it was too late. miscommunication i guess. he was gonna get it painted and mont it on his truck
oh wellz

Dang that sucks! Oh well you got a nice black one now.

jdkeller · 09-04-2009, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonnysrt2004

will be using this write up tomorrow morning. finally found someone to trade me their black bumper for my chrome

Im still debating black vs silver

iamrayzian · 09-04-2009, 02:11 PM

^ Color Match FTW Jon. No debating. I had a black SR5 bumper and loved it. Then I got a color matched one and NEVER looked back.

jonnysrt2004 · 09-04-2009, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdkeller

Im still debating black vs silver

i'm gonna try black for awhile. i willpost pics. then eventually color matched

Quote:

Originally Posted by iamrayzian

^ Color Match FTW Jon. No debating. I had a black SR5 bumper and loved it. Then I got a color matched one and NEVER looked back.

i knoooooooooow
your colormatched looks clean Ray!

Padilla1880 · 10-11-2009, 12:53 PM

Nice write-up Al! Success on my new black bumper courtesy of TritonDrew!

DblD · 10-11-2009, 02:18 PM

If anyone is interested in a black bumper and can’t find someone to swap with, you can purchase the bumper “skin” from these folks www.toyotapartsbarn.com. The part No. is 5215104907 and runs about $164.00 plus shipping. Unlike what you describe in this thread, the above mentioned part is more just the outer bumper skin – no structural pieces are attached and you will have to use your existing brackets, corner supports, and plastic finish pieces. The bumper comes in a black primer ready to paint the color of your choice. I just replaced the chrome bumper that I had torn up, here’s the link to the thread.
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/55776-first-body-damage.html

dd

06-14-2009, 05:18 PM	#1
w8n4mud There's a mod for that! Name: Albert Joined: May 2008, #6831 Location: San Diego,CA Age: 33 Gender: Male Posts: 3,375 06 PreRunner Sport Double Cab 2006 Double Cab Automatic V6 Build page coming soon...	Removal/Installation of Rear Bumper Easier than expected, you'll need just a few tools and the hands of at least 2 other friends. Here's the scoop with our "Bumper Swap." Edrin55 / 09 Tacoma Access Cab w/ no hitch. This truck is not a PreRunner. Before Picture Rpparkster / 09 Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab Before Picture Before you start, unplug the lights from both sides of the license plate. They should turn down and pull out. Tools needed. Plus a flat head screw driver. 3/4 Wrench to hold the nut from moving while using the 3/4 socket on the top. This is in the middle of the bumper above the hitch. Use the flathead screw driver to pop up those little squares on the cover and then use the screw driver to pop-up those little inserts. Lift the center round section of that pop-in thing to pop it out. In addition to that, there are two more small bolts under the cover (underneath). You'll need a 10mm socket to remove those two. 11/16 socket for the remaining 4 bolts (2 on each side). There are a lot of bolts under there. Remove the two closest to the bumper. If yours are the same as these, they will be black in color while the other ones are in silver. Remember, this is from the Double Cab with a hitch. Here is a picture of the access cab. The brackets holding the rear bumper are different. However, the pattern (the two bolts being removed on each side) is the same. Remove the two closest to the bumper. Notice these are not black like the others. Once the bolts are removed, it will take at least two people to remove the bumper away from the truck EVENLY. Once it's off, you'll need the support of your friends to push in the bumper back in place. It's a little tough. Use gloves and a rubber mallet if you have it handy. If not, it's ok. Just be careful to not hit the truck as you're putting it back in. Edrin55's new look! Rpparkster's new look! Another successful mod. Thanks for looking. __________________ Signature by Evil Monkey

06-14-2009, 05:25 PM	#2
rpparkster Senior Member Name: Roger Joined: Apr 2009, #15818 Location: Long Beach, CA Gender: Male Posts: 507 2009 Tacoma TRD 4X4 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 TRD FJ Wheels, 285 GY DuraTrac's, Fox 2.5 C/O w/ Res, TC UCA's, Demello Sliders,AllPro 3" Leaf Pack, Walker Evans 2.0 Adj. RR, AllPro Front Bumper & IFS Skid, Timbren Bump Stops, Leather	That looks so familiar. Nice write up, feel like I was actually there...haha. Only catch is getting it back on in the clips. It did take a little force and by the time we were putting the second one back on we had it dialed in. If you can't get it to fit, hold one side in and put the other side "on top" of the clip and force it down w/ some weight. Thanks for the pics and great write-up Al. __________________ Sig by JonnySRT2004.

06-14-2009, 05:28 PM	#3
Edrin55 Senior Member Name: Ron Joined: Apr 2009, #15858 Location: San Diego, CA Age: 39 Gender: Male Posts: 506 2010 Magnetic Gray TRD Sport Access Cab 2010 Access Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 TRD Sport Exhaust, Line-X'd TRD skid plate, OEM Side Steps, Upgraded 3.5" Rearview Mirror/Monitor, Anytime Foglight Mod. (TY Jeff), Smoked Foglights, SilverStar Headlight & Foglight Bulbs, Tinted windows all around, Vent visors, Bed sperator, Bed mat with security mod, Wet Okoles front & back, Race/Sport Pedals, Tailgate Clamps, PopNLcok 5300 Tailgate Lock, All weather mats, Helo 17x8 Hubcentric Rims & BFG All Terrain 265/70/17, Blisteins 5100's all around with mini leaf add to the rears, AFE Pro Dry drop in filter, Go Rhino Hitch Step, TRD License Plate Frames and Tire Valve Covers. Uniden CB, Firestick CB Antenna with custom mount (Thank You Albert),	Way to go Albert..... Great post. Thanks for making this mod possible. __________________ *___________CLICK ME ! ! !____________*

08-09-2009, 11:18 PM	#5
Kyouto42 Not Chris4x4'd... yet. Name: Jake Joined: Aug 2008, #8614 Location: Maricopa City, AZ Age: 25 Gender: Male Posts: 1,284 08 PreRunner TRD OR 2008 Access Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 BHLM // Color matched grill // Metra i-pod adapter // Color matched rear bumper (thx Oakley) // Wet Okole's	Good post, getting it off and back in was a PITA with oakleyTRD and myself... One thing I'll mention that might be a wise idea (even though we didn't do it), taking out the rear tails might make for a better piece of mind because when you're pulling on it that hard and trying to put it back in... more than a couple of times we came close to ramming the bumper into one of the tails. Oh yea, color matched BSP ftw __________________ "O pitiful shadow bound in darkness, looking down upon others and causing them pain, a soul drowned in sinful karma... Want to try dying this once?" — Enma Ai. (Jikogu Shoujo) TW AZ - Butcher Jones Cleanup Crew

08-09-2009, 11:18 PM	#6
TuRDVan A.K.A slosurfer Joined: May 2009, #17813 Location: Los Osos, CA Gender: Male Posts: 88 07 DCAB TRD OFFROAD 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.GO Dents and my wife drives it!	Nice, I just replaced my wife's bumper which was all mangled from an accident. Before I put the new one back on, I took a sledge and hit on the end of the mounts a bit to widen them out a bit. Made putting the new one back in a little easier and then they bend back in as you tighten the bolts. I tightened each side a little at a time so that it would pull them in evenly. __________________ -Chris Stover Stover Tile Blog Join us for the: '09 Pismo Jamboree Sept. 25-27th '93 4runner Auto 4x4 3.0L '07 Tacoma Dcab TRD Offroad Auto 4.0L 89 Toy 4wd Van 5spd '89 F250 7.5L 4x4 Utility Bed M416 trailer

08-09-2009, 11:01 PM	#4
taco_man Junior Member Name: Austin Joined: Aug 2009, #20798 Location: Houston Gender: Male Posts: 26 09 texas edition 2009 Double Cab Automatic Borla exhaust, K&N intake, Full sound system	you still have the crome bumper???

08-19-2009, 07:17 PM	#7
08 tacoma dirive Junior Member Joined: Oct 2008, #9906 Location: Jackman Posts: 3 red 08 tcaoma access cab 2008 Access Cab Automatic	where did that bumper come from some that was made or what i like the looks

08-19-2009, 07:21 PM	#8
06BLUEDBLSPORT My truck needs a fixin Joined: Apr 2008, #6140 Location: Alpharetta Georgia Age: 17 Gender: Dude Posts: 1,887 06 Prerunner TRD Sport double cab 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L Billet Grill, Bullbar, Hella 500FF lights, Borla Catback exhaust kit, side step tubes, K&N cold air intake 77 series system, Alpine radio with ipod hook up, Weathertec floor liners, BFGoodrich All Terrain Tires, Foglight Mod, Wet Okoles, Cobra 29 WX Night Watch, PA, Extang Tuff Tonneau III Bed Cover, Blue LED dome light, TW sticker x2, 15% Front tint, roof racks, DeeZee bedmat, BHLM, Blackout taillights	Great job W8n4mud!!! you did an awesome job __________________ Sig by robrjohnson

08-19-2009, 11:32 PM	#9
hedlesbrmstkbass Senior Member Name: Kelson Joined: May 2008, #6597 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Age: 19 Gender: Male Posts: 490 08 4x2 Reg. Cab 5-spd BASE 2008 Regular Cab Manual 2.7L Chrome rear bumper and grille surround, 4500K HIDs, LED license plate, map light, and int. lights, Wet Okole Seat Covers, Pioneer Deck, JL 13TW5 sub, JL 500/1 Slash V1 amp, JL XR 6.5 Components, Front XRunner Coils and Rear 4X4 Leafs, CravenSpeen Antennae	ahhh everyone's doing this now! haha trucks look sweet now __________________ yep i have the second cheapest truck toyota makes...at least it has A/C!

09-04-2009, 02:11 PM	#17
iamrayzian MOJO is ILL Joined: Apr 2008, #5762 Location: the "SHERM" Oaks Gender: Male Posts: 447	^ Color Match FTW Jon. No debating. I had a black SR5 bumper and loved it. Then I got a color matched one and NEVER looked back. __________________ 2007 TRD DC Off-Road SB/17/285-70-17 Cooper STT MT/SAW 2.5 w/TC UCA/Rear 5100 w/TSB/Demello Bolt Sliders/TRD Skid Plate/Satoshi Grille w/'79 TOYO Emblem/T-Rex w/BHLM/8K HID/Complete NST Pulleys/TRD CAI/DT LT Headers/TRD Exhaust/URD Maf Cal & Tune/Wet Okole/Pioneer Avic-D3 DVD Navi/Complete TRD Sport Look

10-11-2009, 12:53 PM	#19
Padilla1880 "Let's Ride!" Name: Daniel Joined: May 2009, #17365 Location: Temecula, CA Gender: Male Posts: 1,145 05 TRD OffRoad V6 SR5 PreRunner 2005 Access Cab Automatic 4.0	Nice write-up Al! Success on my new black bumper courtesy of TritonDrew! __________________ Click My Sig

10-11-2009, 02:18 PM	#20
DblD Member Name: Dave Joined: Jul 2009, #20205 Location: SW Missouri Gender: Male Posts: 34 09 D-Cab 4x4 Off Road 2009 Double Cab Automatic	If anyone is interested in a black bumper and can’t find someone to swap with, you can purchase the bumper “skin” from these folks www.toyotapartsbarn.com. The part No. is 5215104907 and runs about $164.00 plus shipping. Unlike what you describe in this thread, the above mentioned part is more just the outer bumper skin – no structural pieces are attached and you will have to use your existing brackets, corner supports, and plastic finish pieces. The bumper comes in a black primer ready to paint the color of your choice. I just replaced the chrome bumper that I had torn up, here’s the link to the thread. http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/55776-first-body-damage.html dd

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