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Rear Bumper Reinforcement: Service and Repair

REAR BUMPER REINFORCEMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Remove the following parts:
1. Trunk end trim
2. Trunk side trim (4 door)
3. Trunk side trim (RH) (5 door)
4. Service hole cover (LH) (5 door)
5. Rear combination lights
6. Rear bumper






2. Remove the fasteners, then remove the energy absorbing foam.
3. Remove the nuts, then remove the rear bumper reinforcement.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.