Bumper if you want it off is six bolts. Two at the
underside/inside fender (one for the left fender, and
one for the right. Very accessible, very easy removal.
Each rubber bumper has a bracket with a bolt, one one
each side. Remove those two bolts, left and right side.
Finally, place the socket; extension and ratchet
hertofore described one left; then one right removing the
bolt and take off your bumper. Six bolts.
Over all extension with socket lenght is 17 inches or slightly shorter.
Socket Size: 9/16 deep recommended.
Ratchet size I used was 3/8.
Now check the pic:
The above shot shows the extension end towards the
back tire on the driver's side. The extension end
may be hard to see. But the other end is on the nut
that needs to be turned. You can attach a wrench and
go to work. Notice the extension is over the bracket
that attaches to the fender.
Now see the forward end of the very same extension
that is shown attached in place to the nut you want
to turn....
This shot shows the same setup on the right passenger
side of the car.....
Hope this helps. This worked for me. Can't tell you
why, something nags me about taking the rubber off
first...I just can't tell you why now. If your setup
is different and rubber is easier, then by all means
go for it.
Don't want to sound indignant, I just want to be
helpful