GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 364008  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear bumper energy absorber. Refer to Rear Energy Absorber Replacement .
  2. Remove the tailpipe insulators from the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket

  3. Object Number: 181814  Size: SH
  4. Remove the rear bumper impact bar bolts.
  5. Remove the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket.

  6. Object Number: 364020  Size: SH
  7. Remove the rear bumper impact bar.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 364020  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear bumper impact bar to the body.

  2. Object Number: 181814  Size: SH
  3. Install the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket.
  4. Install the rear bumper impact bar bolts.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the rear bumper impact bar bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 364008  Size: SH
  6. Install the tailpipe insulators to the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket.
  7. Install the rear bumper energy absorber. Refer to Rear Energy Absorber Replacement .