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Removal





EXTERIOR: REAR BUMPER: REMOVAL

1. REMOVE REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY (w/o Rear Lower Spoiler)

(a) Put protective tape around the rear bumper assembly.





(b) Using a screwdriver, open the 2 rear bumper plates.





HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

(c) Remove the 6 screws and 2 clips.





(d) Disengage the 12 claws and disconnect the rear bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.





HINT
Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.

(e) Remove the rear bumper assembly.

2. REMOVE REAR FLOOR BOARD (w/ Rear Lower Spoiler)

(a) Remove the 4 screws, 2 clips, 3 nuts and rear floor board.





3. REMOVE REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY (w/ Rear Lower Spoiler)

(a) Put protective tape around the rear bumper assembly.





(b) Using a screwdriver, open the 2 rear bumper plates.





HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

(c) Remove the 6 screws.





(d) Disengage the 12 claws and disconnect the rear bumper assembly as shown in the illustration.





HINT
Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.

(e) Remove the rear bumper assembly.