How Do You Replace The Rear Bumper On A Jeep Cherokee?
Replacing the bumper on the rear of your Jeep Cherokee can renew the look of the Jeep if the rear bumper has a lot of damage or rust showing on it. The rear bumper is made of steel; it is held in place by two mounting brackets, which are located between the bumper and rear of the Jeep. Chrome or painted bumpers can be used as replacements for the Jeep’s bumper; they are available at most Jeep dealers or at many salvage yards (in good, but used condition). Raise the rear of your Jeep Cherokee with a jack and support it by placing a set of jack stands under the rear axle. Remove the jack when the Jeep is sitting securely on the jack stands. Locate the mounting bolts for the rear bumper by looking up from below the bumper. Four bolts on each side hold the bumper and brackets affixed to the rear of the Cherokee’s body. Remove the two lower mounting bolts on each side of the bumper, using a socket and ratchet. If they are rusty, you may need to spray them with penetrating oil before attempt
