For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
2. Remove the rear energy absorber. Refer to Rear Energy Absorber Replacement .
3. Remove the nuts from the rear bumper impact bar studs.
4. Remove the rear bumper impact bar from the vehicle.
5. Remove the mastic washers from the rear bumper impact bar studs.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the mastic washers on the rear bumper impact bar upper studs.
2. Install the rear bumper impact bar to the vehicle.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

3. Install the nuts to the rear bumper impact bar studs.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

4. Install the rear energy absorber. Refer to Rear Energy Absorber Replacement .
5. Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .