Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. 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 .

Fig 1: View Of Rear Object Sensor

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Disconnect the sensor harness.
Remove the sensor from the sensor housing.
The sensor housing must be painted if replaced. If reinstalled, painting will not be necessary.

Fig 2: View of Fascia

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IMPORTANT: Do Not grind off alignment tabs.

Sand/grind sonic weld plastic residue from the fascia.

Fig 3: Identifying Fascia

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Apply structural adhesive epoxy, Lord Fusor™ 127EZ or equivalent, to fascia at mating surface.

Fig 4: Identifying Sensor Housing & Tabs

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Using the alignment tabs, install the sensor housing to the fascia.
Allow adhesive to cure according to manufacturer's directions.

Fig 5: View Of Rear Object Sensor

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Install the sensor to the sensor housing.
Connect the electrical harness.
Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .