Removal

EXTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: REAR BUMPER: REMOVAL

1. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SEAL LH

(a) Remove the 4 clips and the rear bumper side seal.





2. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SEAL RH

HINT
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

3. REMOVE REAR BUMPER COVER

(a) Apply protective tape as shown in the illustration.





Text in Illustration





(b) Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 2 rear bumper cushions.





(c) Remove the 2 clips.





(d) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the claw.





Text in Illustration





(e) Disengage the 10 claws and remove the rear bumper cover.





(f) Disconnect the license plate light connector.