Rear Bumper Assembly: Replacement

CAUTION:

When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

NOTE:

Remove the quarter garnish.
(Refer to Body Side Molding - "QUARTER GARNISH ")
Remove the rear combination lamp cover (A).

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Loosen the mounting screws, remove the rear combination lamp (A).

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Disconnect the rear combination lamp connector (A).

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Loosen the rear bumper upper mounting clips.

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Loosen the rear bumper lower mounting clips.

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Loosen the rear bumper assembly mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque:

20.9 - 29.9 N.m (2.1 - 3.1 kgf.m, 15.4 - 22.1 lb-ft)

[LH]

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[RH]

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Disconnect the rear bumper main connector (A).

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Loosen the mounting screws and retainer on the side of rear bumper (A), detach the side part of rear bumper.
NOTE:
- Be careful not to damage the tabs on the side part of rear bumper.
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Remove the rear bumper assembly (A).

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To install, reverse removal procedure.
Information
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
- Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).