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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2011MALIBU LTZ, 2.4 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 697 (OBJECT DETECTION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR OBJECT SENSOR HOUSING REPLACEMENT
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ, 2.4 1

Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement

2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ, 2.4 1SECTION Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement
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  1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Rear Object Sensor
    GM1699865Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Disconnect the sensor harness.
  3. Remove the sensor from the sensor housing.
    4. IMPORTANT: Do not refinish previously painted sensors. Excessive paint build up will cause the sensor to be inoperative.
  4. Paint the new sensor. Refer to Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems
  5. 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 Gages
    6. Fig 2: Illustrating Sanding/Grinding Sonic Weld Plastic Residue From Fascia
    GM1699859Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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