MKX Shown Edge Similar

Fig 1: Rear Bumper Component Location With Torque Specifications

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All Vehicles 

1. Remove the rear bumper cover. For additional information, refer to BUMPER COVER - REAR .

   Without trailer tow 

2. Remove the 6 bumper mounting nuts (3 each side).
   • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

   With trailer tow 

3. Remove the 2 underbody heat shields.
   • Remove the 6 screws (3 each side).
   • Remove the 2 pushpin retainers (1 each side).
   • Disconnect the wiring harness from the left hand heat shield.
     Fig 2: Identifying Underbody Heat Shields

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NOTE: Mufflers removed for clarity.
4. Remove the 4 inside rear bumper bolts (2 each side).
   • To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
     Fig 3: Identifying Inside Rear Bumper Bolts

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5. Remove the 4 rear bumper nuts (2 each side).
   • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
     Fig 4: Identifying Rear Bumper Nuts

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   All vehicles 

6. Remove the rear bumper.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.