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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the rear bumper energy absorber to the rear fascia.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the screws to the rear bumper energy absorber.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

  4. Fig 1: View Of Rear Bumper Energy Absorber
    GM1229988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Position the rear bumper fascia (4) to the vehicle.
  6. Install the push-in retainers (5) to the rear bumper fascia.
  7. Install the rear bumper fascia bolts (6) to the fascia.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Install the push-in retainers (3) to the top edge of the fascia.
  10. 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).

  11. Fig 2: View Of Rear Bumper Fascia
    GM1229958Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the tail lamps. Refer to Tail Lamp Assembly and/or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  13. Position the rear compartment trim panels back to there original positions.
  14. Install the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to Compartment Sill Plate Replacement - Rear in Body Rear End.
  15. Remove the protective tape that was applied.
  16. Close the rear compartment lid.