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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the outer (1) then the inner (2) bumper brace to the frame and bumper.
  2. Align the inner bumper brace with the marks made prior to removal.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the inner bumper brace retaining bolts to the bumper.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the inner bumper brace retaining bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  4. Install the outer bumper brace retaining nuts and bolts (6) to the bumper.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the outer bumper brace retaining nuts and bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  5. Install the outer bumper brace nuts (8) and stud plate (7) to the frame.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the outer bumper brace nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Rear Bumper Braces & Components
    G02422916Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the rear bumper to the vehicle. Refer to Bumper Replacement - Rear .
  7. Install the rear bumper step pad to the bumper. Refer to Step Pad Replacement - Rear Bumper .
  8. Lower the vehicle.