How to Replace a Rear Bumper Reflector?

[mrvax]

The rear right reflector just behind the rear tire broke somehow. I ordered the new one. I felt behind the tire for some fastners that hold it in but couldn't access the area that way. Yesterday I took out some crap from my trunk expecting to see some way to access the rear of that reflector and couldn't find it!

Anyone have a clue b/c I certainly don't!

Thanks.

 

[rjstaaf]

I am pretty sure the rear bumper cover is going to have to come off to replace the reflector.

You "may" be able to access the reflector by loosening the bolts in the trunk on that one side as well as the screws in the wheelwell and try and pull it away from the body enough to get your hand in there. Personally I wouldn't do it this way. I would just take the time and remove the bumper cover.

Make sure when you put it back together you put sealant on the bolts in the trunk so water doesn't get in there.

 

[mrvax]

Thanks, Bob. I've never taken off a bumper cover before. Not sure if I have the tools or the flexibility to do this. Sounds about right....may have to have the local body shop do it.

 

[Roush97]

Thanks, Bob. I've never taken off a bumper cover before. Not sure if I have the tools or the flexibility to do this. Sounds about right....may have to have the local body shop do it.

you dont have to remove the bumper cover to change the reflector. it's tight and an absolute bitch to do, but its doable. the reflector has two ( for lack of a better word) tits that fit into two holes in the bumper...there are little pieces sticking out of those that stop the reflector from coming out of the bumper. you have to break them off to get it out. atleast thats how mine were when i had to replace one. it may actually be easier you may be further ahead just to pull the bumper cover off. sorry i couldnt be of more help.

 

[mrvax]

you dont have to remove the bumper cover to change the reflector. it's tight and an absolute bitch to do, but its doable. the reflector has two ( for lack of a better word) tits that fit into two holes in the bumper...there are little pieces sticking out of those that stop the reflector from coming out of the bumper. you have to break them off to get it out. atleast thats how mine were when i had to replace one.

Thanks. I'll have to look at the piece when it comes in next week.