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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    2. Fig 1: Locating Rear Bumper Fascia Push-In Retainers To Rear Impact Bar (Aztek)
    GM621472Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Aztek) or Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Rendezvous) in Bumpers.
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Rear Bumper Energy Absorber (Aztek)
    GM621379Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the rear energy absorber. Refer to Energy Absorber Replacement - Rear (Aztek) or Energy Absorber Replacement - Rear (Rendezvous) in Bumpers.
    4. Fig 3: Identifying Impact Bar
    GM621389Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the rear impact bar. Refer to Impact Bar Replacement - Rear Bumper in Bumpers.
    5. Fig 4: Identifying Trailer Hitch Assembly
    GM879769Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the trailer hitch assembly.
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