Removal Procedure
- Pull back the rear bumper fascia to access the rear bumper bracket. Refer to
Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement
.
- Remove the bolts (2) securing the bumper bracket (3) to the quarter panel (1).
- Remove the rear bumper bracket (3).
- Remove the retainers (4) and discard if the retainer is stripped.
Installation Procedure
- Install new retainers (4), if necessary, and verify the retainers are secure to the quarter panel.
- Install the bumper bracket (3) to the quarter panel (1).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the bolts (2) to secure the bumper bracket (3) to the quarter panel.
Tighten
Tighten the bumper bracket bolts to 3 N·m (27 lb in).
- Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to
Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement
.