Rear Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Rear Bumper Impact Bar Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the spare tire carrier. Refer to Spare Wheel Hoist Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement).




3. Disconnect the trailer/towing receptacle electrical connector.
4. Rotate the trailer/towing receptacle assembly counterclockwise and remove from the vehicle.




5. Remove the 4 rearward bolts that retain the impact bar assembly to the frame rails.
6. While an assistant holds the impact bar (1) assembly in place, remove the remaining 2 retaining bolts.
7. Remove the impact bar (1) assembly from the vehicle with an assistant.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the impact bar (1) assembly to the vehicle with an assistant.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

2. Install the bolts that retain the rear impact bar to the frame.

Tighten the rear impact bar bolts to 364 Nm (268 ft. lbs.).




3. Install the trailer/towing receptacle assembly to the bracket and rotate clockwise until fully seated.
4. Connect the trailer/towing receptacle electrical connector.
5. Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement).
6. Install the spare tire carrier. Refer to Spare Wheel Hoist Replacement (Service and Repair).