REAR BUMPER REMOVAL

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 QUARTER OUTSIDE MOULDING SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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  2. REMOVE QUARTER OUTSIDE MOULDING SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  3. REMOVE NO. 5 MOULDING TAPE

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  4. REMOVE REAR FLOOR SIDE MEMBER COVER


    1. A0001ZC

      Remove the 8 clips and rear floor side member cover.

  5. REMOVE REAR BUMPER NO. 1 PLATE


    1. A00017G

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the rear bumper No. 1 plate.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure for all rear bumper No. 1 plates.

  6. REMOVE REAR BUMPER COVER


    1. A00015T

      Remove the clip.

      Tech Tips

      Use the same procedure to remove the clip on the other side.

    2. A0000ZRC01
      *1 Protective Tape

      Put protective tape around the rear bumper cover.

    3. Remove the 4 screws.

    4. Remove the 2 screws.

    5. Detach the 16 claws and remove the rear bumper cover.

      A0000BH

    6. w/ LEXUS Parking Assist-sensor System:


      1. Disconnect the No. 2 luggage room wire.

  7. REMOVE REAR BUMPER NO. 1 REINFORCEMENT


    1. A0001R5

      Remove the 8 bolts and rear bumper No. 1 reinforcement.

  8. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SEAL LH


    1. A0000RO

      Remove the 2 grommets and rear bumper side seal LH.

  9. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SEAL RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.

  10. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SUPPORT LH


    1. A0000VON01

      Remove the screw.

    2. Using a screwdriver, turn the pin hold clip 90° and remove the pin hold clip.

    3. Detach the 3 claws and remove the rear bumper side support LH.

  11. REMOVE REAR BUMPER SIDE SUPPORT RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure described for the LH side.