REAR BUMPER REMOVAL

Info Added 2017-10-06

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips

If the bumper is damaged, there is a possibility that the installation area of the blind spot monitor sensor may be deformed and the blind spot monitor system may not operate correctly, so visually inspect the blind spot monitor sensor installation area (frame, stud bolt) to make sure it is not dented or bent.

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If the visual inspection finds a problem, check the installation condition of the blind spot monitor sensor, and adjust the installation position of the blind spot monitor sensor as necessary.

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SEAL LH


    1. A005O2R

      Remove the 6 clips and rear bumper side seal LH.

  2. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SEAL RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  3. SEPARATE QUARTER OUTSIDE MOULDING LH


    1. A005NKP

      Remove the 2 screws.

    2. A005N83C01
      B0048V2 Protective Tape
      B0048I2 Push
      B0048JB Place Hand Here
      B0048R7 Remove in this Direction

      Apply protective tape around the quarter outside moulding LH.

    3. Disengage the claws by pushing the area indicated by the arrow in the illustration with a finger.

      Note

      To avoid damaging the claws, do not forcibly pull the quarter outside moulding LH.

    4. Disengage the clip to disconnect the quarter outside moulding LH from the rear bumper assembly.

  4. SEPARATE QUARTER OUTSIDE MOULDING RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  5. REMOVE REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY


    1. A005MU6

      Remove the 4 clips.

    2. A005NNJC01
      *a Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the claws to open the rear bumper upper cover LH.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    3. A005NT1

      Remove the bolt.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    4. A005N6OC01
      B0048V2 Protective Tape
      B0048R7 Remove in this Direction

      Apply protective tape around the rear bumper assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    5. Disengage the claws as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    6. A005NUWC02
      B0048R7 Remove in this Direction

      Disengage the claws as shown in the illustration.

    7. Disconnect the connector to remove the rear bumper assembly.