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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disconnect the license plate lamp harness.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting License Plate Lamp Harness
    G01577722Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the impact bar nut (1).
  3. Remove the plate nuts (2).
  4. Remove the lower frame rail to bracket bolt (3).
  5. Remove the side frame rail to bracket bolt (4).
    Fig 2: Impact Bar Nut, Plate Nuts & Bracket Bolts
    G01577723Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the rear trailer hitch to bumper bolts (1), if equipped.
  7. Remove the rear bumper from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Rear Trailer Hitch To Bumper Bolts
    G01577724Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.