1998 4 Runner repairs -- help

I need to replace the rear bumper corner section (driver side) on my 98
4 runner before selling it. Does anyone have any hints for me on
things to look out for. I don't want to trigger the air bag. Is that
possible. How difficult is this? Does anyone have a good site for
used Toyota 4 runner parts? I also need to straighten or replace the
bumper bracket on the passenger side - it is bent slightly down. How
about that job? Any hints. I wish there were better drivers that
didn't keep hitting me!! Thanks.

"ricwawee" <ricwawee@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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>I need to replace the rear bumper corner section (driver side) on my 98
> 4 runner before selling it. Does anyone have any hints for me on
> things to look out for. I don't want to trigger the air bag. Is that
> possible. How difficult is this? Does anyone have a good site for
> used Toyota 4 runner parts? I also need to straighten or replace the
> bumper bracket on the passenger side - it is bent slightly down. How
> about that job? Any hints. I wish there were better drivers that
> didn't keep hitting me!! Thanks.
>[/color]
There is no rear air bag so you do not have to worry about deploying the air
bag when repairing the rear bumper, unless the vehicle is moving while
attempting the repair :-)

If you are looking for used parts, you might want to try a local wrecking
yard. You should also price the part from the dealership to see if it is
worth the hassle of looking for a used one.

A bent bumper bracket is not easy to straighten. If it is bent down, you
could try jacking the rear up with the jack under the bent part of the
bracket. You might need a 4 x 4 so that the jack will reach the bumper
bracket. Raise the jack very slowly so that you don't go too far or bent
the opposite side bracket. Do not get under the vehicle while you are doing
this! If you need to take a look, lower the jack before getting under the
vehicle. If that doesn't work, replace the bent bracket.

If you're in the vehicle the next time you're hit from behind, get the other
party's information so that you can have the repairs done professionally
with new parts!
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Ray O
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Thanks Ray O. Hard to get the other party's info. when they 1.) hit
you in the parking lot and run or 2.) have no insurance and are
illegals.

"ricwawee" <ricwawee@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> Thanks Ray O. Hard to get the other party's info. when they 1.) hit
> you in the parking lot and run or 2.) have no insurance and are
> illegals.
>[/color]
You're welcome! I figured that was the case but you never know, so I
thought I'd pass the advice on.

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Ray O
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