Installing the guide for the rear bumper panel at the side

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NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.

Position the guide for the rear side bumper cover (3).
Lock (1) must engage audibly.
Clip in the clips (2) of the vehicle wiring harness.

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Tighten nuts (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Rear bumper cover guide on the side of the body
Nut and washer assembly with paint scrape groove	Tightening torque	5 Nm

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Follow-up work

Refer to IF INSTALLED: INSTALLING THE EMERGENCY HORN (ADDITIONAL WORK ON ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM) .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: INSTALLING THE LANE CHANGE WARNING SENSOR .