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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to FASCIA REPLACEMENT - REAR BUMPER (AZTEK)  or FASCIA REPLACEMENT - REAR BUMPER (RENDEZVOUS)  .
  2. Remove the energy absorber. Refer to ENERGY ABSORBER REPLACEMENT - REAR (AZTEK)  or ENERGY ABSORBER REPLACEMENT - REAR (RENDEZVOUS)  .
  3. Remove the impact bar bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Impact Bar
    G01515834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the impact bar.
    Fig 2: Positioning Impact Bar To Body Using Alignment Pin For Location
    G01515835Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.