Ford modular front bumper with parking sensors is available now

[Phil B]

Product Link: https://performanceparts.ford.com/part/M-17757-BMP

Install Instructions: https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/atta...749547/?hash=74e4a70736e69552e47e0822e788d782

Part Number: M-17757-BMP

Retail: $1,195.00

Upgrade your 2021-2026 Bronco with the Ford Performance Heavy Duty Modular Front Bumper kit with Park Aid. This is the same OEM bumper, skid plate and tow hooks offered as a factory option.

• Production level tested & validated to OEM crash standards
• Kit includes
  • Bumper shell
  • End caps
  • Bumperettes
  • Sensor bezels
  • Sensor wiring harness
  • Reinforcements and mounting plates
  • Tow hooks
  • Skid plate
  • Intercooler brackets
  • Seal
  • All required fasteners to complete installation
• Reuse of front parking sensors from stock bumper required
• Factory LED fog lights from standard base bumper are not compatible or useable in this bumper

NOTE: Not compatible with Bronco Raptor due to unique bumper end caps and RCM calibration

Sponsored

 

[Haelous]

The FDRS requirement is annoying but I wonder how strict that is, considering people swap in aftermarket bumpers regularly.

 

[Tbbucs55]

I have been waiting for Ford to sell this. There is no option to add to cart.

 

[tourproto]

My guess with the very frequent 20% discounts from Ford, this will also put downward pressure on the “take off” prices of these bumpers.

I think I got an $850 “discount” on my BL for downgrading to the capable bumper? If memory serves , with a 20% discount I can buy the mod bumper from Ford for close to the same price I got “refunded” back in 2022 and finally get the bumper I originally wanted.

It was the one thing I regret changing from my original order but was so afraid of having to wait another year to get my Bronco I caved.

 

[RagnarKon]

The FDRS requirement is annoying but I wonder how strict that is, considering people swap in aftermarket bumpers regularly.

It's primarily for reprogramming the restraint control module, system that controls the airbags, seatbelts, etc.

Obviously a steel bumper will react differently in a crash compared to the molded plastic bumper, which is why it needs to be recalibrated.

My personal opinion?? It's a really good idea to get it reprogrammed, especially if this is a family vehicle. But... people go with aftermarket bumpers all the time and never modify the module configuration.

 

[Tooker]

How well would this work with a winch

 

[Haelous]

It's primarily for reprogramming the restraint control module, system that controls the airbags, seatbelts, etc.

Obviously a steel bumper will react differently in a crash compared to the molded plastic bumper, which is why it needs to be recalibrated.

My personal opinion?? It's a really good idea to get it reprogrammed, especially if this is a family vehicle. But... people go with aftermarket bumpers all the time and never modify the module configuration.

It's more than just the material because FDRS seems to have different codes for both the steel capable and the steel modular. I get what it's for but I'm wondering exactly what the different settings in FDRS do. Like is it calibrating the front sensors to be more or less sensitive? It's not changing deployment distance of the airbag because that's based on seat position sensors.

 

[Brian_B]

How well would this work with a winch

Works fine with a winch - the Ford kit is designed to bolt right up in line with the frame and includes frame reinforcements, and there are a lot of aftermarket kits that will as well.

 

[RagnarKon]

It's more than just the material because FDRS seems to have different codes for both the steel capable and the steel modular. I get what it's for but I'm wondering exactly what the different settings in FDRS do. Like is it calibrating the front sensors to be more or less sensitive? It's not changing deployment distance of the airbag because that's based on seat position sensors.

Yeah it's not just the fact the bumper contains steel. (The molded plastic also has steel in it technically.) It's the design of the bumpers themselves. Since the steel bumper and the modular bumper are different designs, they have different RCM configurations. When you add a winch on the front, it also has a different configuration.

I don't know if the programming changes the sensor configuration—obviously brand new so haven't looked at it. My hunch is the answer is "No", as the instructions for the modular bumper without the sensors asks you to apply the exact same configuration change as what you pasted above.

 

[Haelous]

Yeah it's not just the fact the bumper contains steel. (The molded plastic also has steel in it technically.) It's the design of the bumpers themselves. Since the steel bumper and the modular bumper are different designs, they have different RCM configurations. When you add a winch on the front, it also has a different configuration.

I don't know if the programming changes the sensor configuration—obviously brand new so haven't looked at it. My hunch is the answer is "No", as the instructions for the modular bumper without the sensors asks you to apply the exact same configuration change as what you pasted above.

Agree.

Actually meant the front airbag impact sensors.

I see tons of people with winches on aftermarket bumpers and with the "availability" of FDRS, I would wager almost no one reprograms this.

 

[Phil B]

Has anyone priced having a dealership do the reprogramming? The winch has been around for a while and it has the same disclaimer.

 

[JTK37]

Do we have any forum sponsors who offer discounts on Ford Performance parts?

 

[allagash24]

Random question, is it possible to order the end caps only?

 

[Sandy56]

Random question, is it possible to order the end caps only?

https://www.carparts.com/bumper-end/replacement/set-rf01110051

Not positive if these are OEM and $417 seems a little steep but this is one option

 

[Ducati1098]

Has anyone priced having a dealership do the reprogramming? The winch has been around for a while and it has the same disclaimer.

It’s going to vary largely dealer to dealer most likely. Best option would be to just ask your dealer. What other charge may be completely different than yours.

Sponsored