Attention! If there is a system «PDC» connectors must be disconnected (ShSy) system and remove the cable. When removing the bumper, move it back a little and remove the cable protection sleeve.
The car does not have a system «PDC». Removing the rear bumper of a car without a system «PDC» must be done in the following order. Stick textile tape (1, fig. 18.14) for exhaust pipes (2), due to the risk of damage. Pull off the exhaust pipe (2) down (arrow) and unscrew the bolt securing the left shock damper to the bumper using a standard wrench «Torx» T55 with ratchet, on one side. Carry out a similar operation on the opposite side of the car.
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Install the stand under the rear bumper of the car. Remove screws (1, fig. 18.15) protective covers on the left and right sides. Hook up and pull out the protective cover (2) from the left and right wheel arches. Open the lower tailgate and disconnect the visors of the left and right protective covers. Close lower tailgate, remove stand and remove bumper (3), by pushing it back.
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If there is a system «PDC», after opening the lower tailgate, pull the bumper on the right side so that the alarm system becomes available «PDC». Disconnect the AL, unclip the wire holders and close the lower tailgate. Disconnect the remaining loops, open the wire holders, disconnect the wire from the bumper and lay the wire harness on a clean bed. When installing the bumper bolts (M12) tighten its fasteners to shock absorbers to 55 Nm (5.5 kgf·m), bolts (M8) Tighten shock absorber connections to body to 24 Nm (2.4 kgf·m).