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Fascia - Rear - Remove and Install: Install

  1. With the help of an assistant, install the rear fascia onto the vehicle.
    CAUTION: Carefully install the rear fascia to the body so that the corner fastener clips do not damage the rear quarter panels.
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  2. Connect the rear fascia electrical harness.
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  3. Install the bolts (x5) that attach the rear diffuser to the body.

    4 N.m (2.9 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm hex
    • 2 in extension
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  4. Install the bolts (x5) that attach the rear portion of the mid aero shield panel to the rear subframe.

    5 N.m (3.7 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm hex
    • 2 in extension
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  5. Install the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the inner LH rear quarter panel.
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    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T25 socket
    • 2 in extension
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  6. Fasten the clips (x3) and install the push nut that attach the rear portion of the LH rear wheel arch liner to the body.
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  7. Install the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the outer LH rear quarter panel.

    4 N.m (2.9 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm hex
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  8. Install the LH taillight. See TAILLIGHT - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  9. Repeat step  5 through step  8 on the RH side of the vehicle.
  10. Remove the vehicle from the 2 post lift. See RAISE VEHICLE - 2 POST LIFT .