subaru back bumper cover

[skybren]

Hello I want to take my plastic back bumper cover off my 2001 outback sedan and replace it. Can you just take the cover off or do you have to take the metal brace inside it off. There are 2 bolts on each side above the mudflaps and I tried taking them off but they just spin.

Can someone tell me how to do this job,thanks a bunch

[gbhrps]

skybren,

 

The job is quite easy, but if you're going to tackle this job, you might as well have the entire service manual, because you'll be tackling others just like it.

 

Use this link to a free copy of the entire factory service manual. Search the list for your model and year and download the manual. Then search through the Body/Exterior  to the rear bumper cover.  

Directory /Auto/Japan/Subaru/

 

As for the mud flap bolts spinning, just grab the bolt head with a set of pliers, and either hacksaw the bolt head off, or grind it off. If you use a grinder, be sure to stop several times and put water on the bolt to cool it before continuing to grind, or you'll melt the bolt right through the mud flap. Good Luck!