Astra model rear bumper — replacement (Opel Zafira A)

The rear bumper consists of a decorative overlay and a reinforcement. As a rule, only the outer decorative overlay breaks from a light impact, which can be replaced separately. However, the bumper should be removed from the car as an assembly and then the overlay should be disconnected on the removed bumper.

Sequence of execution

1. Prepare the car for work (see "Preparing the car for maintenance and repair").

2. If installed, remove the rear mudguards (see "Mudguards - removal and installation").

3. Remove the rear lights (see "Astra model rear light - removal and installation").

4. Using a TORX T20 key, unscrew the three bolts of the lower bumper trim mount.



5. Using the same key, unscrew the bolt securing the front rear bumper trim on the left side and similarly on the right side.



6. Using the same key, unscrew the bolts securing the bumper trim under the rear lights on the left side and similarly on the right side.





7. Unscrew the three bolts of the upper bumper trim mount.



8. Carefully, trying not to damage the paint, remove the rear bumper trim assembly with the amplifier.

9. Remove the amplifier from the overlay.



10. If necessary, use a 10 mm drill to drill out the rivets and remove the shock buffer.



11. We remove the side brackets in a similar manner, having drilled out two side...





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...and two rear rivets.



12. Install the parts in reverse order.