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Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION:
  • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
  • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
  • Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
  1. Remove the trunk lid weatherstrip.

    (Refer to Trunk Lid - "TRUNK LID WEATHERSTRIP ")

  2. Remove the luggage covering boad.
  3. Loosen the mounting clips and remove the rear transverse trim (A).
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  4. Loosen the mounting screws, clips and separate the luggage side trim [RH] (A).
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  5. Loosen the rear combination lamp mounting nuts and separate the rear combination lamp connector (A).
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  6. Separate the rear bumper main connector (A).
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  7. Remove the rear combination lamp (A).
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  8. Loosen the mounting screw and clip.
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  9. Loosen the mounting clips, nuts and remove the rear bumper side under cover (A).
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  10. Loosen the rear bumper mounting bolts.
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  11. Loosen the pin-type retainers and screws on the side of rear bumper, detach the side part of rear bumper.
    NOTE:
    • When you pull out the rear bumper, the side part of the rear bumper could be damaged by the projection.
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  12. Separate the rear bumper connector (A).
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  13. Remove the rear bumper cover (A).
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  14. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Information 

    • Make sure the connector is connected in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).