Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Splash Shield Bolts (Three Each Side)

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Remove the six rear splash shield bolts (three each side).

Fig 2: Removing Rear Bumper Cover To Rear Quarter Panel Screws (One Each Side)
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Remove the two rear bumper cover to rear quarter panel screws (one each side).

Fig 3: Removing Pin-Type Retainers
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Remove the four pin-type retainers.

Fig 4: Removing Rear Bumper Cover
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Remove the rear bumper cover.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the bolts and the liftgate alignment bumpers.
3. Remove the rear bumper cover.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
1. When installing, be sure to position the rear bumper cover into the bumper slides.
2. Transfer components as necessary.