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1. Rear Bumper Face

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  1. Remove the clips inside the wheel housing.
    Fig 1: Locating Clips Inside Wheel Housing
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  2. Remove the bolt.
    Fig 2: Locating Rear Bumper Face Bolts
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  3. Remove the clips on the lower side of rear bumper.
    Fig 3: Locating Clips On Lower Side Of Rear Bumper
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  4. Remove the rear bumper from vehicle body.
    1. Detach from the fender side in order from (1) to (3) while pulling up on the bumper face and twisting it towards you. (Both sides)
    2. Detach in order from (4) to (6) while pulling up on the center part of the bumper face.
      CAUTION: Do not pull with a excessive force. Otherwise the bracket installation area may be damaged.
      Fig 4: Rear Bumper Detaching Order
      G05958045Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the reflector.