Mazda 6 Forums UK
Technical Section => Bodywork => Topic started by: Gayno on October 27, 2012, 05:58:04 pm
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Was trying to fit my reverse sensors the other day, and when I removed the bumper, I found there's a great metal reinforcement bar that sits right behind the bumper.
This now mean I can't fit the sensors as there isn't enough depth for them.
Can you get a reinforcement bar that has the holes precut (from OEM reverse sensors)?
Or do I need to find some metal hole saws and cut my own?!
Adam
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This bar is removed if you fit a towbar. While my bumper was off, I fitted the type of sensor that has an aluminium strip glued to the bumper which acts as an aerial. I don't know if this type would be better with the metal bar on, though.
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So then, is the bar actually required?
Is it more there to stop major damage to the bumper in the event of a minor shunt more than anything else?!
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its a crash bar, i personally wouldnt like to drive around with it removed
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Probably protects the fuel tank too!