Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Do not refinish previously painted sensors. Excess paint build up will cause the sensor to be inoperative.

Paint the rear object sensor. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems .
Ensure the paint does not exceed 6 mils. Use a paint thickness gauge suitable for non-ferrous metals. Refer to Paint Gages .

Fig 1: View Of Rear Object Sensor

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Insert the sensor into the housing.
Connect the electrical connector to the rear object sensor.
Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (All Utility, Cadillac ESV) or Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Avalanche, Cadillac EXT) .