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Removing and Installing Rear Bumper



Removing and installing rear bumper






Removing rear bumper









Installing rear bumper









Additional assembly instructions for installation of the bumper

Adjustment dimensions of the bumper






1. Adjust the rear lid according to the joining plan.
2. Adjust the rear bumper -8, 8A- on both sides to dimension -X = 152 mm-. The measurements can be changed by undoing or moving the impact pipes or impact absorbers (USA version).
3. Adjust the centre retaining strip -5- according to dimension -Y = 150 mm-.

Correct assembly of the heat shields






1. After assembly of the rear spoiler, check that there is a gap dimension -W > 40 mm- between the shield of the exhaust system -24- and the lower retaining strip -25-. The heat shield must not project.

Tightening torques






Model year as of 1997