Rear Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Impact Bar Replacement - Rear Bumper

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear bumper fascia.




2. Disconnect the wiring harness from the rear bumper impact bar.




3. Remove the nuts from the rear bumper impact bar.
4. Remove the bolts from the rear bumper impact bar.
5. Remove the rear bumper impact bar from the vehicle.
6. Remove the stud plates from the rear bumper impact bar, if required.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the stud plates to the rear bumper impact bar, if required.
2. Position the rear bumper impact bar to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the nuts to the rear bumper impact bar.

Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

4. Install the bolts to the rear bumper impact bar.

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).




5. Connect the wiring harness to the rear bumper impact bar.
6. Install the rear bumper fascia.