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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Prizm 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Bumpers 🢒 Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 242312 Size: LH
  1. Open the rear compartment lid.
  2. Remove the following components from the rear compartment:
    3. • The left rear end trim finish panel, refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side in Body Rear End
    • The right rear end trim finish panel, refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side in Body Rear End
    • The rear compartment sill trim plate, refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement in Body Rear End
  3. Remove the license plate lamps from the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear License Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  4. Remove the following components from the rear bumper fascia:
    5. • The 4 nuts (7) which secure the center
    • The 2 plastic retainers (9) from the bottom
    • The 3 nuts (11) from each side
  5. Pull the rear bumper fascia rearward.
  6. Remove rear bumper fascia (6) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 242312 Size: LH

    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.

  1. Install the rear bumper fascia (6) to the vehicle. Secure the fascia with the following fasteners:
    2. • The 3 nuts (11) at each side
    • The 2 plastic retainers (9) at the bottom
    • The 4 nuts (7) at the center

    Tighten
    Tighten the rear bumper fascia nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  2. Install the license plate lamps from the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear License Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  3. Install the following components to the rear compartment:
    4. • The left rear end trim finish panel, refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side in Body Rear End
    • The right rear end trim finish panel, refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side in Body Rear End
    • The rear compartment sill trim plate, refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement in Body Rear End
  4. Close the rear compartment lid.