Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the rear bumper energy absorber to the rear fascia.
- Install the screws to the rear bumper energy absorber.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
- Position the rear bumper fascia (4) to the vehicle.
- Install the push-in retainers (5) to the rear bumper fascia.
- Install the rear bumper fascia bolts (6) to the fascia.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the push-in retainers (3) to the top edge of the fascia.
- Install the fascia bolts (1) and nuts (2) to the rear bumper fascia.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts and bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the tail lamps. Refer to Tail Lamp Assembly and/or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
- Position the rear compartment trim panels back to there original positions.
- Install the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to Compartment Sill Plate Replacement - Rear in Body Rear End.
- Remove the protective tape that was applied.
- Close the rear compartment lid.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.