Remove/Install Rear Bumper - AR88.20-P-2200SRA

MODEL 453.3/4 

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Shown on model 453.3 with code 220 (Rear parking assist) 

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1	Remove lower liftgate	Model 453.4	AR72.20-P-1020SRC
		Model 453.3	AR72.20-P-1020SRA
2	Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Lift vehicle with lifting platform	Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
3	Mask left and right sidewall to prevent paint damage in area of rear bumper (3)
4	Remove bolts (1)
5	Secure rear bumper (3) so it cannot fall and remove bolts (2)
6	Unscrew bolts at side of upper fender liner
7	Unclip rear bumper (3) at sides	Removal:  Carefully unclip rear bumper (3). Otherwise the rear bumper (3) can be damaged.
8	Pull rear bumper (3) toward rear and disconnect electrical connector (4)	Model 453.3/4 with code 220 (Rear parking assist) Model 453.3/4 with code V52 (Combination code for rear parking aid and reversing camera)
9	Remove rear bumper (3)	Lay rear bumper (3) down on suitable base. Otherwise the paintwork of the rear bumper (3) can be damaged.
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10	Adjust gap dimensions on rear bumper (3)	Bumper to lower liftgate	*BE60.00-P-1024-01CA
		Bumper to sidewall paneling	*BE60.00-P-1025-01CA
		Feeler gauge	Figure
11	Check backup warning device for proper function	Model 453.3/4 with code 220 (Rear parking assist) Model 453.3/4 with code V52 (Combination code for rear parking aid and reversing camera)

Fig 1: Identifying Feeler Gauge (129 589 03 21 00)

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