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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2000 🢒 Century (China) 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Bumpers 🢒 Rear Bumper Impact Bar Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  2. Remove the rear bumper energy absorber. Refer to Rear Energy Absorber Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 325306 Size: SH
  3. Remove the rear bumper impact bar retaining bolts from the frame.
  4. Remove the rear bumper impact bar from the frame.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 325306 Size: SH
  1. Install the rear bumper impact bar to the frame.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the rear bumper impact bar bolts to the frame.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the rear bumper impact bar retaining bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the rear bumper energy absorber. Refer to Rear Energy Absorber Replacement .
  4. Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .