Malibu V6-3.9L (2007)
Rear Bumper Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear Energy Absorber Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .
2. For the sedan, remove the screw retainers from the energy absorber.
3. For the extended sedan, release the energy absorbers from the rear bumper fascia by pushing outward on the retaining tabs.