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Object Detection System: Removal & Installation Chevrolet Tahoe III

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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove rear bumper fascia. Refer to «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (All Utility, Cadillac ESV)»(ref-364471-S18813551172010063000000) or «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Avalanche, Cadillac EXT)»(ref-364471-S23924271052010063000000) .
  2. Disconnect electrical from the rear object sensor.
  3. Lift the locking tabs on the housing and remove the rear object sensor.

Installation Procedure

  1. Paint the rear object sensor. Refer to «Basecoat/Clearcoat Paint Systems»(ref-364498-S03150674332010063000000) .
  2. Ensure the paint does not exceed 6 mils. Use a paint thickness gauge suitable for non-ferrous metals. Refer to «Paint Gauges»(ref-364498-S20583588402010063000000) .
  3. Insert the sensor into the housing.
  4. Connect the electrical connector to the rear object sensor.
  5. Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (All Utility, Cadillac ESV)»(ref-364471-S18813551172010063000000) or «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Avalanche, Cadillac EXT)»(ref-364471-S23924271052010063000000) .

Rear Object Sensor Housing Replacement

  1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (All Utility, Cadillac ESV)»(ref-364471-S18813551172010063000000) or «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Avalanche, Cadillac EXT)»(ref-364471-S23924271052010063000000) .
  2. Disconnect the sensor harness.
  3. Remove the sensor from the sensor housing. The sensor housing must be painted if replaced. If reinstalled, painting will not be necessary.
  4. Sand/grind sonic weld plastic residue from the fascia.
  5. Apply structural adhesive epoxy, Lord Fusor™ 127EZ or equivalent, to fascia at mating surface.
  6. Using the alignment tabs, install the sensor housing to the fascia.
  7. Allow adhesive to cure according to manufacturer's directions.
  8. Install the sensor to the sensor housing.
  9. Connect the electrical harness.
  10. Install the rear fascia. Refer to «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (All Utility, Cadillac ESV)»(ref-364471-S18813551172010063000000) or «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Avalanche, Cadillac EXT)»(ref-364471-S23924271052010063000000) .

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: Side Object Sensor Bracket Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise the Vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Remove the bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (All Utility, Cadillac ESV) or Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Avalanche, Cadillac EXT) .
1Side Object Sensor Bracket Nuts (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten:: 6 N.m(53 lb in)
2Side Object Sensor Bracket Procedure: Disconnect the electrical connectors.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Rearview Camera Replacement (Endgate)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the endgate latch handle bezel. Refer to Pickup Box Endgate Latch Handle Bezel Replacement (Pickup) .
1Endgate Access Panel Screw (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Endgate Access Panel
3Rearview Camera Screw (Qty: 3)
4Rearview Camera Procedure Route the electrical harness through the guide. Disconnect the electrical connector.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Rearview Camera Replacement (Liftgate)

The rearview camera is not serviced separately from the rear liftgate applique. Refer to Liftgate Center Applique Replacement (Escalade) or Liftgate Center Applique Replacement (Tahoe, Yukon) or Liftgate Center Applique Replacement (GMC Yukon Hybrid 2 Mode) .