Replacement

Rear Bumper Replacement

CAUTION: Wear gloves to remove and install the rear bumper.

NOTE:
^ An assistant is helpful when removing the rear bumper and rear bumper beam.
^ Take care not to scratch the rear bumper.






1. Remove the screws and clip from each side.






2. Remove the clips.






3. Disconnect the side marker light connector on each side, then remove the rear bumper.

NOTE: If necessary, disassemble the rear bumper).






4. Remove the clip and under protector, then remove the nut on each side from under the trunk floor.






5. Open the trunk lid, then remove the rear trim panel.
Remove the nut on each side.






6. Remove the absorber, bumper beam gusset, rear bumper beam and rear bumper upper beam.
7. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.