Rear Bumper: Adjustments

Rear Bumper Adjustment

1. Remove the taillamp assemblies. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
2. Remove the rear compartment rear trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement (Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement) in Body Rear End.




3. Loosen the nuts that retain the upper fascia.
4. Loosen the bolts (2) that retain the impact bar to the energy absorbers (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

5. Adjust the upper fascia (3) to the rear quarters.

Tighten the nuts in sequence to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

6. Align the lower fascia/impact bar (1) as needed.

Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

7. Install the rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement (Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement) in Body Rear End.
8. Install the taillamp assemblies. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.