Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the tail lamps. Refer to TAIL LAMP ASSEMBLY AND/OR BACKUP, SIDEMARKER, STOP, TURN SIGNAL BULB REPLACEMENT .
Remove the rear bumper fascia nuts (1) from the inside rear compartment.
Remove the rear bumper fascia push-in retainers (2) from the upper edge of the fascia (3).
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .

Fig 1: Removing Rear Bumper Fascia Push-In Retainers From Upper Edge
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Remove the rear bumper fascia to quarter panel bolts (1) in the rear wheel housing.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Bumper Fascia To Quarter Panel Bolts
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Remove the push-in retainers (2) from the lower edge of the rear bumper fascia (3).

Fig 3: Removing Rear Bumper Fascia Push-In Retainers From Lower Edge
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Disconnect the license plate lamp socket (1) from the lamp by rotating counterclockwise.

Fig 4: Disconnect License Plate Lamp Socket

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Remove the license plate lamp screws from the lamp.
Remove the license plate lamp from the rear bumper fascia.
Remove the rear bumper fascia from the vehicle.
Remove the rear bumper fascia supports from the rear fascia. Refer to Fascia Support Replacement - Rear Bumper Outer .