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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 2001 🢒 Silhouette Ext. 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Bumpers 🢒 Rear Bumper Impact Bar Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 314066 Size: SH
  2. Remove the impact bar bolts from the frame rail.
  3. Remove the rear impact bar from the frame rail.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 314066 Size: SH
  1. Align the rear impact bar to the frame rail.

    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 impact bar bolts to the frame rail.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the rear impact bar bolts to 50 N·m (36 lb ft).

  3. Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .