Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
Disconnect the sensor harness.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Object Sensor Housing
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Remove the sensor from the sensor housing.
The sensor housing must be painted if replaced. If reinstalled, painting will not be necessary.
Sand/grind sonic weld plastic residue from the fascia.

Fig 2: Sanding/Grinding Sonic Weld Plastic Residue From Fascia
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NOTE: Do Not grind off alignment tabs.
Apply structural adhesive epoxy, Lord Fusor™ 127EZ or equivalent, to fascia at mating surface.

Fig 3: Applying Structural Adhesive Epoxy To Fascia
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Using the alignment tabs, install the sensor housing to the fascia.

Fig 4: Identifying Sensor Housing & Tabs
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Allow adhesive to cure according to manufacturer's directions.
Install the sensor to the sensor housing.

Fig 5: Identifying Rear Object Sensor Housing
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Connect the electrical harness.
Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .