For 1990-2009 cars

## Rear Energy Absorber Replacement Chevrolet

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement
2. Remove the energy absorber bolts.
3. Remove the energy absorber from the impact bar (2).

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the rear bumper energy absorber.

Position the hole at the center of the rear bumper energy absorber over the locating boss (1) at the center of the rear bumper impact bar (2).

2. Install the energy absorber bolts.

Install the bolts at the center of the energy absorber and work outboard.

Tighten
Tighten the energy absorber bolts to 5.5 N·m (49 lb in).

3. Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement

## Rear Energy Absorber Replacement Pontiac

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement
2. Remove the energy absorber rivets using a drill bit.
3. Remove the energy absorber bolts.
4. Remove the energy absorber from the impact bar (2).

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the rear bumper energy absorber.

Position the hole at the center of the rear bumper energy absorber over the locating boss (1) at the center of the rear bumper impact bar (2).

2. Install the energy absorber bolts.

Install the bolts at the center of the energy absorber and work outboard.

Tighten
Tighten the energy absorber bolts to 5.5 N·m (49 lb in).

3. Snap the absorber attachment into the slots in the fascia support bracket.
4. Install the energy absorber rivets.