Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View of Rear Fascia

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the fascia with the rear upper fascia screws.
Tighten: Tighten the rear upper fascia screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

Fig 2: View of Fascia Screws Beneath Taillamps

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Install the fascia screws beneath the taillamps.
Install the exterior trim panels beneath the taillamps with the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the trim panel bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: View of Bolts In Luggage Compartment

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Install the bolts in the luggage compartment.
Tighten: Tighten the luggage compartment fascia bolts to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).

Fig 4: View of Nuts Behind Rear Bumper Energy Absorber

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Install the rear cargo area trim panels.
Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Cargo Area Rear (Notchback) or Trim Panel Replacement - Cargo Area Rear (Hatchback) in Interior Trim.
Install the nuts behind the rear bumper energy absorber.
Tighten: Tighten the rear bumper energy absorber nuts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

Fig 5: View of Screws Behind Fascia

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Install the screws behind the fascia.
Tighten: Tighten the screws behind the fascia to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).
Install the splash shields with the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the splash shield screws to 1.5 N.m(13 lb in).
Install the mud guards with the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the mud guard screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
Install the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.