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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Body Tail Lamp Filler Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 657997 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear bumper center filler (2). Refer to Rear Bumper Filler Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the rear tail lamps. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.

    3. Object Number: 658004 Size: SH
  3. Remove the nut (5) and the filler plate (4) that retains the rear bumper outer filler (3).
  4. Remove the push-in retainer (6) securing the rear bumper outer filler.
  5. Remove the rear bumper outer filler (3).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 658004 Size: SH
  1. Install the rear bumper outer filler (3).
  2. Install the push-in retainer (6).

    3. 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.

  3. Install the filler plate (4) and the nut (5) in order to retain the rear bumper outer filler (3).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 6 N·m (53 lb in).


    Object Number: 657997 Size: SH
  4. Install the rear bumper center filler (2). Refer to Rear Bumper Filler Panel Replacement .
  5. Install the tail lamps. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.