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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 520 (BUMPER SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRACKET REPLACEMENT - REAR BUMPER (UTILITY)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Removal Procedure
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the rear bumper impact bar. Refer to IMPACT BAR REPLACEMENT - REAR BUMPER (PICKUP) or IMPACT BAR REPLACEMENT - REAR BUMPER (UTILITY) .
- Remove 4 nuts and 2 stud plate assemblies securing the rear bumper bracket to each frame rail.
- Remove the rear bumper bracket from the frame rail.
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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.