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Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement

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  1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Rear Object Sensor Housing
    GM1699865Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Disconnect the sensor harness.
  4. Remove the sensor from the sensor housing.

    The sensor housing must be painted if replaced. If reinstalled, painting will not be necessary.

  5. Fig 2: Sanding/Grinding Sonic Weld Plastic Residue From Fascia
    GM1699859Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    IMPORTANT:

    Do Not grind off alignment tabs.

  6. Sand/grind sonic weld plastic residue from the fascia.
  7. Fig 3: Applying Structural Adhesive Epoxy To Fascia
    GM1699866Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Apply structural adhesive epoxy, Lord Fusor™ 127EZ or equivalent, to fascia at mating surface.
  9. Fig 4: Identifying Sensor Housing & Tabs
    GM1699868Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Using the alignment tabs, install the sensor housing to the fascia.
  11. Allow adhesive to cure according to manufacturer's directions.
  12. Fig 5: Identifying Rear Object Sensor Housing
    GM1699865Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Install the sensor to the sensor housing.
  14. Connect the electrical harness.
  15. Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .