Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement

2010 Buick Lucerne CXL, 3.9 MSECTION Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement
  1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Rear Object Sensor & Housing
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  3. Disconnect the sensor harness.
  4. Remove the sensor from the sensor housing.
  5. IMPORTANT: Do not refinish previously painted sensors. Excessive paint build up will cause the sensor to be inoperative.
  6. Paint the new sensor. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
  7. Inspect the paint thickness to ensure it does not exceed 6 mm using a paint thickness gauge suitable for non-ferrous metals. Refer to Paint Gauges
  8. Fig 2: View Of Fascia
    GM1699859Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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