Rear Bumper: Service and Repair

Rear Bumper Removal/Installation

NOTE:

- Have an assistant help you when removing and installing the rear bumper.

- Take care not to scratch the rear bumper or the body.

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the rear bumper as shown. For '04-09 models, to release the speed nuts, refer to front grille replacement. Service and Repair

2. Install the bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the rear bumper engages the hooks on the bumper spacers and under the taillights securely.

- Make sure the license plate light connector is plugged in properly.

- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

- Replace the speed nuts with new ones ('04-09 models).

- For '04-09 models: If the rear bumper protector is reinstalled, clean it and the bumper with a shop towel dampened in isopropyl alcohol. Apply primer to the protector surface, and then apply new double-sided tape.

- Push the clips into place securely.