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2018 Toyota Corolla Front Bumper Replacement (HELP)

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I recently acquired a 2018 Toyota Corolla that came without a bumper. I'm trying to gather all the parts I need to make it complete again. This is my first Toyota Corolla by the way. I don't know exactly everything I need though, which is why I signed up on this forum with the hope that I can get some answers. So far, I have the top and lower grille, foglight covers, front bumper cover, bumper absorber, Toyota emblem, and license plate bracket. What else am I missing to put everything together? I took pictures of the front end of the vehicle so that you can help me.
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#2 ·
Welcome to TN! I found a toyota diagram for you. It's for a base corolla, but the link should allow you to select the trim level. Emblems can be found on this link also.


Some good places online to get used parts :

Car-part.com
LKQ
Row52
Local junkyard
 
#3 · (Edited)
Welcome to TN! I found a toyota diagram for you. It's for a base corolla, but the link should allow you to select the trim level. Emblems can be found on this link also.


Some good places online to get used parts :

Car-part.com
LKQ
Row52
Local junkyard
Thanks, those diagrams help a bit. Although, I was hoping if it isn't too much of a hassle, maybe someone can take pictures of how their bumper is mounted onto the car and I can use that as a guide to figure out what I am missing and how things go together. That would be so much better and easier for me to follow.
 
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I figured out that the front is missing the radar. I've since bought the part. Unfortunately, the harness was removed with it. So, I had to buy that and now that I have it, I need some help figuring out where the 6 wires for the radar go in the housing connector. Here are some pictures:
Before I opened up the electrical shielding:
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After opening up the electrical shielding the wires become exposed and I can crimp female connectors. They are color coded. I just don't know where in the housing they go.
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I figured out that the front is missing the radar. I've since bought the part. Unfortunately, the harness was removed with it. So, I had to buy that and now that I have it, I need some help figuring out where the 6 wires for the radar go in the housing connector. Here are some pictures:
Before I opened up the electrical shielding:
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View attachment 325758 After opening up the electrical shielding the wires become exposed and I can crimp female connectors. They are color coded. I just don't know where in the housing they go. View attachment 325760
Hi I have the same problem I'm missing the cable that you bought. Can you tell me what's the name of that harness that connects to the wave radar and where did you get it?
 
#8 ·
You have been given links that are the best way for you to understand how to do the repairs properly. In addition to all the items in the parts fiche for the bumper other than the reinforcement, you will also need the front fender liners, liner clips, and most likely the engine undercover and fasteners as well. The link for tech info is the best way for you to learn how to repair the wiring properly. It may be less expensive in the long run to pay someone to do the items you are not able to figure out. But it's your vehicle, and you are free to do what you want...
 
#9 ·
Thanks, problem is I'm trying to do this as cost efficiency as possible because this car is going to sale. I'm trying to keep the price reasonable for the person buying it. I'm already $600 in parts and don't know if these online manuals will contain the information I need and be a waste of money. Honestly, I don't understand what's so difficult about taking pictures of how things are assembled. I didn't think that would be too much to ask for. 😕
 
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Honestly, the best thing for now is to look at the diagrams to figure out what's needed. As far as I can tell, you need the radiator tray, splash guards, renforcement foam, engine under tray, grille, emblem, bumper, and fog light covers. Also need all the hardware to assemble everything.

Can't tell for certain if you have fog lights or not.
 
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Hello OP, I am in the same position as you were - need to replace bumper and all of the under trays (engine, wheel well, etc)

Could send me all the parts that you needed to replace? ...or any other tips, etc? Trying to figure out what all I need.

Thank you!