Rear Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

Impact Bar Replacement - Rear Bumper

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper) .
2. Remove the rear energy absorber. Refer to Energy Absorber Replacement - Rear (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the 4 bolts (1) attaching the rear bumper impact bar (2) to the rear bumper impact bar brackets (3).
4. Remove the rear bumper impact bar (2) from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Align the rear bumper impact bar (2) to the rear bumper impact bar brackets (3).

Notice: Refer toFastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the 4 bolts (1) attaching the rear bumper impact bar (2) to the rear bumper impact bar brackets (3).

Tighten the rear bumper impact bar bolts to 44 N.m (32 lb ft).

3. Install the rear energy absorber. refer to Energy Absorber Replacement - Rear (Service and Repair) .
4. Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper) .