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Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement


Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement

Tools Required
J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover
Removal Procedure

1.Remove the rear bumper fascia extension, if equipped. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement .





2.Open the liftgate.

3.Remove the rear door sill plate. Refer to Liftgate Door Sill Plate Replacement .

4.Remove the 4 rear bumper fascia nuts (1) from the rear sill.

5.Remove the 4 push-in retainers (3) from the rear bumper fascia (5), using the J 38778 .

6.Remove the 2 screws (2) from the top right and left upper fascia.

7.Remove the 2 screws (5) and retainers (4) from the right and left upper fascia.

8.Disconnect the backup lamp electrical connectors. Refer to Backup Lamp Replacement .

9.Remove the rear bumper fascia (6) from the vehicle.

10.Remove the backup lamps from the vehicle, if required. Refer to Backup Lamp Replacement .

Installation Procedure





1.Install the backup lamps to the rear fascia, if removed. Refer to Backup Lamp Replacement .

2.Position the rear fascia (6) to the vehicle.

3.Install the 2 retainers (4) and screws (5) to the right and left upper fascia.

4.Install the 2 screws (2) to the right and left upper fascia corners.

5.Install the 4 push-in retainers (3) to the rear fascia (6).

Notice:Refer to Fastener Notice .

6.Install the 4 rear bumper fascia nuts (1) to the rear sill.

TightenTighten the rear bumper fascia nuts to 5.5 N �m (49 lb in).

7.Install the rear sill plate. Refer to Liftgate Door Sill Plate Replacement .

8.Install the rear bumper fascia extension, if removed. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement .

9.Close the liftgate.