So, currently in the process of putting my front bumper back on, and is it me, or is this thing a pain in the ***? Does anyone have any tips on how to snap this thing back into place? I read noobierice's DIY page where it was suggested to position one side at the top first, then bottom, then move to the opposite side top, and then finish off the bottom...

 

The front bumper is a PITA, took almost an hour to put it back on a 14 IS250 F Sport. It still helps to have 2-3 people doing it, I think how I was able to do it was align the bottom first and then snap the top then everything came back. You have to make sure the liner and stuff isn't catching on anything.

 

It's my first time doing this, so not sure what the heck I'm doing. Lots of trial and error and fitment is a lot better now. Might end up just taking the L and bring it to a body shop.... highly doubt I'll ever take the front bumper off again after now

 

If I ever need to take minutes apart, I'll make sure I'm putting every single mod that requires it. Bumpers use to be easy, too much stuff to take off and put back on now.

 

@specONE Has a video on how to do it. Shouldnt take more than 15 mins to do, if that.

 

Ended up getting help from my next door neighbor (Subaru STI driver). Having those extra set of hands was helpful. Really happy with how my car is lookin now. Will post a pic later.

 

Are STI drivers inherent experts at putting a bumper back on?extra street cred i guess. i hope he wasn't giving you the stink eye or evil glares as he was inches away from your Lexus logo.

All kidding aside, if it's anything like my CT200H bumper, it shouldn't be that bad. just make sure the big part fits correctly first over the foam and in between the headlights, then off to the sides and bottoms. snappity snap.

 

Legit lol'd at this.

But yeah, the extra set of hands was useful in making sure fender liners, foam piece, and brake ducts were aligned properly.

 

Glad you had some help! Its a pain at first but once you get it in it just comes all together post pics when you can!