Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement CSV SWBHSV VXR8

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.

Important: Steps 1 and 2 are applicable to vehicles fitted with object detection and/or rear fog lamp systems.




1. Disconnect the rear fascia electrical connector (1) from the body wiring harness.
2. Pull the rear fascia electrical wiring harness through the access hole (2).
3. Remove the rear quarter end cap. Refer to Tail Lamp Mount Panel Replacement .
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .



5. Remove the rear wheelhouse liner retaining scrivets (1, 2). Repeat for opposite side.



6. Remove the rear bumper fascia retaining screws (1). Repeat for opposite side.



7. Remove the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier extension bracket retaining scrivets (1).



8. Disengage the rear bumper fascia (1) from the rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (2).



9. Disengage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia outer support retaining tabs (1).




Important: Disengage the rear bumper fascia (2) by sliding rearward.

10. With the aid of an assistant, remove the rear bumper fascia by sliding rearward to disengage the rear bumper fascia (2) from the rear bumper fascia centre support (1).

Installation Procedure

Important: Engage the rear bumper fascia (2) by sliding forward.

1. With the aid of an assistant, install the rear bumper fascia by sliding forward to engage the rear bumper fascia (2) to the rear bumper fascia centre support (1).



2. Engage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia outer support retaining tabs (1).




Important: Make sure the rear bumper fascia is secured to the rear bumper fascia centre, outer and lower supports by hearing an audible click.

3. Engage the rear bumper fascia (1) to rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (2).



4. Install the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier extension bracket retaining scrivets (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




5. Install the rear bumper fascia panel retaining screws (1). Repeat for opposite side.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 lb. in).




6. Install the rear wheelhouse liner retaining scrivets (2) to the rear wheelhouse liner (1). Repeat for the opposite side.

Important: Steps 7 and 8 are applicable to vehicles fitted with object detection and/or rear fog lamp systems.




7. Feed the rear fascia electrical wiring harness through the access hole (2).
8. Connect the rear fascia electrical connector (1) to the wiring harness.
9. Lower the vehicle.

Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement SWB

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.

Important: Steps 1 and 2 are for the object detection assembly if fitted.




1. Disconnect the object detection electrical connector (1) from the wiring harness.
2. Feed the licence lamp wiring harness through the access hole (2).
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.



4. Remove the rear wheelhouse liner (1) to rear bumper fascia retaining scrivets (2). Repeat for opposite side.



5. Remove the rear bumper fascia (2) to rear quarter panel retaining screw (1). Repeat for opposite side.



6. Remove the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier retaining scrivets (1).



7. Disengage the rear bumper fascia (1) to rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (2).



8. Disengage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia outer support retaining tabs (1).



9. With the aid of an assistant, remove the rear bumper fascia by sliding rearward to disengage the rear bumper fascia (2) from the rear bumper fascia centre support (1).

Disassembly Procedure

1. Remove the rear bumper fascia reflector. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Reflector Replacement.
2. Remove the rear bumper fascia extension. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement.

Assembly Procedure

Important: Prior to drilling the bumper fascia it is essential that the object detection bracket templates are aligned to their correct corresponding location within the bumper fascia. The location of the object detection bracket templates to the bumper fascia is alpha numeric, make sure that the letters correspond between the object detection bracket templates and the bumper fascia.

Important: Each object detection bracket template has a tolerance of 0.5 mm and must be taken into consideration.

Important: The Object Detection Bracket Template, normally found in the service manual has been removed. A review of its accuracy due to the new delivery system, and different printing methods available from the web site is currently in progress. Please reference the Holden Service Information disc, Version 4.01 for a current template.

Important: This graphic is used as an example only and must not be used as a template, it displays one of the varying object detection bracket templates for reference.

Important: When aligning the object detection bracket template make sure that the locating tags align correctly and there is little or no movement, prior to drilling.

1. Install the object detection bracket templates (1) to the rear bumper fascia.
2. Mark out the sensor hole from the object detection bracket templates (1) to the rear bumper fascia.
3. Remove the object detection bracket templates (1) from the rear bumper fascia.
4. Drill the holes in the rear bumper fascia 24.5 mm (0.96 in).
5. Remove any swarf from the rear bumper fascia.
6. Clean the rear bumper fascia with a suitable wax and grease remover.
7. Remove the object detection bracket templates (1) from the rear bumper fascia.



8. Apply the GM Specification 9982247 (Fusor 152-153) adhesive or equivalent to the ribs of the object detection bracket (1).




Important: This graphic is used as an example only and must not be used as a template, it displays one of the varying object detection bracket templates for reference.

Important: The location of the object detection brackets to the bumper fascia is alpha numeric, make sure that the letters correspond between the object detection brackets and the bumper fascia.

9. Install the object detection bracket (1) to the rear bumper fascia.




Important: Allow 20 minutes for the adhesive to cure to the rear bumper fascia.

Important: Replacement front object alarm sensors (2) are not pre-painted, they will require painting before installation is carried out.

Important: Ensure that the rear object alarm sensor (2) is installed correctly.

10. Locate the top and bottom housing tabs (1) to install the rear object alarm sensor (2) to the rear object alarm sensor housing (3).
11. Press the rear object sensor bezel flush to the fascia.
12. Install the rear bumper fascia extension. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement.
13. Install the rear bumper fascia reflector. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Reflector Replacement.

Installation Procedure

1. With the aid of an assistant, install the rear bumper fascia by sliding forward to engage the rear bumper fascia (2) to the rear bumper fascia centre support (1).



2. Engage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia outer support retaining tabs (1).



3. Engage the rear bumper fascia (1) to rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (2).
4. Make sure the rear bumper fascia is secured to the rear bumper fascia centre, outer and lower supports by hearing an audible click.



5. Install the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier retaining scrivets (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




6. Install the rear bumper fascia (2) to rear quarter panel retaining screws (1). Repeat for opposite side.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).




7. Install the rear wheelhouse liner (1) to rear bumper fascia retaining scrivets (2). Repeat for opposite side.
8. Lower the vehicle.

Important: The following steps are for the object detection assembly if fitted




9. Feed the licence lamp wiring harness through the access hole (2).
10. Connect the object detection electrical connector (1) to the wiring harness.

Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement LWB

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.




1. Disconnect the licence lamp electrical connector (1) from the wiring harness.
2. Feed the licence lamp wiring harness through the access hole (2).
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.



4. Remove the rear wheelhouse liner (1) to rear bumper fascia retaining scrivets (2). Repeat for opposite side.



5. Remove the rear bumper fascia (2) to rear quarter panel retaining screw (1). Repeat for opposite side.



6. Remove the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier retaining scrivets (1).



7. Disengage the rear bumper fascia (1) to rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (2).



8. Disengage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia outer support retaining tabs (1).



9. With the aid of an assistant, remove the rear bumper fascia by sliding rearward to disengage the rear bumper fascia (2) from the rear bumper fascia centre support (1).

Disassembly Procedure

1. Remove the rear bumper fascia reflector. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Reflector Replacement.
2. Remove the rear bumper fascia extension. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement.

Assembly Procedure

Important: Prior to drilling the bumper fascia it is essential that the object detection bracket templates are aligned to their correct corresponding location within the bumper fascia. The location of the object detection bracket templates to the bumper fascia is alpha numeric, make sure that the letters correspond between the object detection bracket templates and the bumper fascia.

Important: Each object detection bracket template has a tolerance of 0.5 mm and must be taken into consideration.

Important: The Object Detection Bracket Template, normally found in the service manual has been removed. A review of its accuracy due to the new delivery system, and different printing methods available from the web site is currently in progress. Please reference the Holden Service Information disc, Version 4.01 for a current template.

Important: This graphic is used as an example only and must not be used as a template, it displays one of the varying object detection bracket templates for reference.

Important: When aligning the object detection bracket template make sure that the locating tags align correctly and there is little or no movement, prior to drilling.

1. Install the object detection bracket templates (1) to the rear bumper fascia.
2. Mark out the sensor hole from the object detection bracket templates (1) to the rear bumper fascia.
3. Remove the object detection bracket templates (1) from the rear bumper fascia.
4. Drill the holes in the rear bumper fascia 24.5 mm (0.96 in).
5. Remove any swarf from the rear bumper fascia.
6. Clean the rear bumper fascia with a suitable wax and grease remover.
7. Remove the object detection bracket templates (1) from the rear bumper fascia.



8. Apply the GM Specification 9982247 (Fusor 152-153) adhesive or equivalent to the ribs of the object detection bracket (1).




Important: This graphic is used as an example only and must not be used as a template, it displays one of the varying object detection bracket templates for reference.

Important: The location of the object detection brackets to the bumper fascia is alpha numeric, make sure that the letters correspond between the object detection brackets and the bumper fascia.

9. Install the object detection bracket (1) to the rear bumper fascia.




Important: Allow 20 minutes for the adhesive to cure to the rear bumper fascia.

Important: Replacement front object alarm sensors (2) are not pre-painted, they will require painting before installation is carried out.

Important: Ensure that the rear object alarm sensor (2) is installed correctly.

10. Locate the top and bottom housing tabs (1) to install the rear object alarm sensor (2) to the rear object alarm sensor housing (3).
11. Press the rear object sensor bezel flush to the fascia.
12. Install the rear bumper fascia extension. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement.
13. Install the rear bumper fascia reflector. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Reflector Replacement.

Installation Procedure

1. With the aid of an assistant, install the rear bumper fascia by sliding forward to engage the rear bumper fascia (2) to the rear bumper fascia centre support (1).



2. Engage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia outer support retaining tabs (1).



3. Engage the rear bumper fascia (1) to rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (2).
4. Make sure the rear bumper fascia is secured to the rear bumper fascia centre, outer and lower supports by hearing an audible click.



5. Install the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier retaining scrivets (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




6. Install the rear bumper fascia (2) to rear quarter panel retaining screws (1). Repeat for opposite side.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).




7. Install the rear wheelhouse liner (1) to rear bumper fascia retaining scrivets (2). Repeat for opposite side.
8. Lower the vehicle.



9. Feed the licence lamp wiring harness through the access hole (2).
10. Connect the licence lamp electrical connector (1) to the wiring harness.

Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement Sportwagon

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
2. Remove the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation



3. Where fitted, remove the rear mud flap (3) to the rear bumper fascia retaining screws (2). Repeat for the opposite side.
4. Where fitted, remove the rear mud flap (3) from the rear bumper fascia (1). Repeat for the opposite side.



5. Remove the rear bumper fascia to rear wheelhouse liner retaining scrivets (2). Repeat for the opposite side.
6. Remove the rear bumper fascia to rear quarter panel retaining screw (1). Repeat for the opposite side.



7. Remove the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier retaining scrivets (1).



8. Disengage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (1). Repeat for the opposite side.



9. Disengage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia outer support retaining tabs (1). Repeat for the opposite side.




Important: With the aid of an assistant, remove the rear bumper fascia by sliding rearward to disengage the rear bumper fascia (1) from the rear bumper fascia centre support (2).

10. Remove the rear bumper fascia (1) from the rear bumper fascia centre support (2).
11. Disconnect the rear parking sensors electrical connector.
12. Remove the rear bumper fascia (1) from the vehicle.

Disassembly

1. Remove the rear bumper fascia reflector. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Reflector Replacement.
2. Remove the rear bumper fascia extension. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement.

Assembly

1. Clean the rear bumper fascia with a suitable wax and grease remover.



2. Apply the GM Specification 9982247 adhesive or equivalent to the ribs of the object detection bracket (1).




Important: This graphic is used as an example only and must not be used as a template, it displays one of the varying object detection bracket templates for reference.

Important: The location of the object detection brackets to the bumper fascia is alpha numeric, make sure that the letters correspond between the object detection brackets and the bumper fascia.

3. Install the object detection bracket (1) to the rear bumper fascia.




Important: Allow 20 minutes for the adhesive to cure to the rear bumper fascia.

Important: Replacement rear object alarm sensors (2) are not pre-painted, they will require painting before installation is carried out.

Important: Ensure that the rear object alarm sensor (2) is installed correctly.

4. Locate the top and bottom housing tabs (1) to install the rear object alarm sensor (2) to the rear object alarm sensor housing (3).
5. Press the rear object sensor bezel flush to the rear bumper fascia.
6. Install the rear bumper fascia extension. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement.
7. Install the rear bumper fascia reflector. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Reflector Replacement.

Installation Procedure

Important: With the aid of an assistant, install the rear bumper fascia (1) by sliding forward to correctly attach the rear bumper fascia (1) to the rear bumper fascia centre support (2).

Important: Listen for an audible click when attaching the rear bumper fascia to the rear bumper fascia centre support to confirm correct fitment.

1. Connect the rear parking sensors electrical connector.
2. Install the rear bumper fascia (1) to the rear bumper fascia centre support (2).




Important: Listen for an audible click when attaching the rear bumper fascia to the rear bumper fascia centre support to confirm correct fitment.

3. Engage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia support retaining tabs (1). Repeat for the opposite side.




Important: Listen for an audible click when attaching the rear bumper fascia to the rear bumper fascia centre support to confirm correct fitment.

4. Engage the rear bumper fascia to rear bumper fascia guide rail retaining tabs (1). Repeat for the opposite side.



5. Install the rear bumper fascia to spare wheel carrier retaining scrivets (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




6. Install the rear bumper fascia to rear quarter panel retaining screws (1). Repeat for the opposite side.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

7. Install the rear bumper fascia to rear wheelhouse liner retaining scrivets (2). Repeat for the opposite side.



8. Where fitted, position the rear mud flap (3) to the rear bumper fascia (1). Repeat for the opposite side.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

9. Where fitted, install the rear mud flap to the rear bumper fascia retaining screws (2). Repeat for the opposite side.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 4  N·m (35 lb in).

10. Install the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
11. Lower the vehicle.