Details

• Brand:

  

  

• SKU:

  JL3Z-17B968-AB

• Positions: Front Center
• Other Names:

  Cover

• Description:

  This is a genuine Ford front center bumper trim for the 18-20 F-150 equipped with the 3.3L V6 or 5.0L V8 engine. The piece is a decorative and aerodynamic trim element that finishes the center section of the front bumper face, providing the visual transition across the lower grille area and integrating with the surrounding bumper components through snap clips and alignment features. The trim is engine-specific because the front bumper detail differs between non-turbo engines and the turbocharged EcoBoost variants, which require different airflow management around the intercooler. Failure modes include cracked plastic from low-speed impact, UV-induced color fade and clear coat peel on painted variants, broken retention clips that allow the trim to detach or rattle, and physical damage from off-pavement use or curb contact. The genuine trim carries the correct surface finish, paint specification, and mounting geometry for the F-150 with the 3.3L or 5.0L engine. Substituting a piece from a different engine variant can produce visible misalignment with the bumper opening and incorrect aerodynamic behavior. Replacement is typically performed by partial disassembly of the bumper area for access, careful release of retention clips, transfer of any reusable hardware to the new piece, and methodical reinstallation with attention to alignment against the surrounding bumper components. Verify all gaps and reveal lines after installation.

• Replaces:

  JL3Z17B968AA

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