Rear Bumper Cover. Removal and Installation

Special Service Tools / General Equipment

Interior trim removal tool

Removal

1. 1
   Remove the rear wheels and tires.
   REFER TO: Wheels and Tires (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
2. 2
   Both sides.
   Remove the inner fender liner with the rear bumper cover pin retainers and bolts.
   Torque: 13 lb-in (1.5 N·m)

   

3. 3
   Both sides.
   Remove the nut and spring clip, then set the wheel arch liner aside.
   Torque: 13 lb-in (1.5 N·m)

   

4. 4
   Remove the lower rear bumper cover screws to the body.
   Torque: 13 lb-in (1.5 N·m)

   

5. 5
   Remove the rear lamp assemblies.
   Refer to: Rear Lamp Assembly - 4-Door (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
6. 6
   Both sides.
   Remove the pin-type retainer.

   

7. 7
   Both sides.
   Release the rear bumper cover from the rear bumper cover brackets and set the rear bumper cover aside.

   

8. 8
   Disconnect the rear bumper cover wiring harness electrical connector.

   

9. 9
   Set the seal aside.

   

10. 10
    Using a non-marring tool, release the retaining tabs and pull outward to disengage them.
    Use common equipment: interior trim removal tool.

    

11. 11
    With the help of an assistant.
    Remove the rear bumper cover.

    

12. 12
    Both sides.
    Inspect the bumper reinforcement for damage to the bumper cover lugs.

    

13. 13
    Both sides, if required.
    Remove the screws, release the tab and remove the side rear bumper trim brackets.
    Torque: 13 lb-in (1.5 N·m)

    

14. 14
    Inspect the bumper reinforcement for damage to the bumper cover gripping surfaces.

    

15. 15
    If necessary.
    Remove the screws, trim pin and damaged rear bracket.
    Torque: 13 lb-in (1.5 N·m)

    

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.