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Old Sep 7, 2021 | 01:01 PM
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Reflector replacement

I own an 09 Vantage Roadster. The rear lower left reflector has cracked from backing up into a stone wall ( my son’s fault!)..
What is the best way to replace it? It appears the entire rear bumper has to be removed!
Is it a big job?
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Old Sep 7, 2021 | 03:00 PM
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It's a bit of pain, if you are talking about the reflector without the bulbs in it. You can do it without taking the bumper off but it is much easier if you did. You will have to remove the tail lamps.
 
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Time to get your Son involved in the repair. No, to using tools - just a pair of hand to hold, lift, pick up, find tools, label parts as they are removed, nuts & bolts etc, take pictures and clean up. A Father/Son car project. Be happy it's just a reflector. What ever you do, taking the bumper off or not. Be patience and take your time. What ever your taking apart- remember its has been fastened together for 12 years.
 
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It can be done without removing the bumper but it's a very tight squeeze. You can only get one hand in there at a time so you really need some good tools.
 
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I covered both with black reflective tape (glows white)... it blends with my meteorite silver color...

 
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