For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
- Disconnect the electrical connector to the rear object sensor.
- Lift the locking tabs on the housing (4) and remove the rear object sensor (1).
- Squeeze the spring (1) and remove it from the housing (2).
- Release the tabs on the housing and remove.
- Remove the bezel by pushing it through the fascia.
Installation Procedure
- Paint the new rear object sensor. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems in Paints and Coatings.
- Check the paint thickness to ensure it does not exceed 6 mils using a paint thickness gauge suitable for non-ferrous metals. Refer to Paint Gages in Paints and Coatings.
- Install the rear object sensor bezel by pressing the ring in until it is flush with fascia.
- Align the keyhole (2) with the key (1) and press the sensor bezel into the fascia.
- Install the housing to the bezel through the back side of the fascia. The housing snaps into the cutouts on the bezel.
- Install the spring (1) to the housing (2).
- Install the decoupling ring (2) to the sensor (1).
- Insert the sensor into the housing (4) with the connector pointing toward the passenger side of the fascia. The sensor tabs snap into the cutouts on the housing (4).
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
Important: Do not refinish a previously painted sensor.
Important: The spring keys must be on the top and bottom of the housing.
