1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear splash shield.
b. Rear combination light.
c. Rear bumper.
3. Remove the hanger rubber in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure.

4. Remove nuts.
CAUTION:
Removing the rear bumper reinforcement without supporting it could cause the rear bumper reinforcement to fall and cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person to prevent the rear bumper reinforcement from falling.

5. Remove the rear bumper reinforcement in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear Bumper Disassembly/Assembly
Rear Bumper Removal/InstallationAirflow Mode Control [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The airflow mode control changes the airflow mode according to the vehicle
environment.
Function
The airflow mode control drives the airflow mode actuator according to the
mode switch, defroster switch, and the vehicle environment and switches the
position of the ...
Control Valve Body Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
On-Vehicle Removal
WARNING:
A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait
until they are cool.
Using compressed air can cause dirt and other particles to fly out, causing
injury to the eyes. Wear protective eyeglasses whenever using compressed ai ...
Air Bag System Warning Alarm [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The air bag system warning alarm notifies the driver that a malfunction occurred
in the air bag system instead of the air bag system warning light.
Function
If a malfunction occurs in the air bag system while the air bag system warning
light cannot illuminate, the a ...