REP-TAT-P-5112-02 Installing the rear bumper cover

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Follow-up work

Install rear BUMPER COVER
Install the left and right TAIL LIGHTS
Install the BUMPER COVER TRIM

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Remove the bumper cover (1) with the help of a support person.

Connect and lock the connectors for the rear fog lights and/or ultrasonic sensors.

Release the bumper cover (1) from the detents in dashed line area.

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Tighten all bolts (arrows).
Tighten screws (1) left and right.

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NOTE: Perform the steps on the right and left side.

Position the wheel arch trim (1) correctly and clip it in at the clips (2) and (3).
Engage the wheel arch trim (1) at the detents along the dotted line.