Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Open the endgate.
Using J 38778 , remove the rear bumper fascia push-in retainers at the inboard side of the rear quarter panel.

Fig 1: Removing Push-In Retainers From Rear Bumper Fascia At Rear Impact Bar
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Using J 38778, remove the push-in retainers from the rear bumper fascia at the rear impact bar.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Bumper Fascia From Vehicle
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Using J 38778, remove the push-in retainers from the rear bumper fascia upper tabs.
Remove the rear bumper fascia from the vehicle.

Fig 3: Removing Grommets From Rear Pillar
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Remove the grommets from the rear pillar using a small flat-bladed tool, if required.

Fig 4: Removing Grommets From Rear Pillar
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