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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012CAPTIVA SPORT AWD L4-2.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTCOLLISION AVOIDANCE AND PARKING ASSIST SYSTEMSPARKING ASSIST DISTANCE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR OBJECT SENSOR HOUSING REPLACEMENT
2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport AWD L4-2.4L
Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement
2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport AWD L4-2.4LSECTION Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement
Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement
1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement.
2. Disconnect the sensor harness.
3. Remove the sensor from the sensor housing.
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 Gauges.
Important:
Do Not grind off alignment tabs.
6. Sand/grind sonic weld plastic residue from the fascia.
7. Apply structural adhesive epoxy, Lord Fusor(TM) 127EZ or equivalent, to fascia at mating surface.
8. Using the alignment tabs, install the sensor housing to the fascia.
9. Allow adhesive to cure according to manufacturer's directions.
10. Install the sensor to the sensor housing.
11. Connect the electrical harness.
12. Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.