I just recently bought an '02 Grand Prix SE. The trunk striker is bent in such a way that it doesn't engage the lock. I'm going to replace it this weekend, but in inspecting the part, it appears that there are 2 screws securing it from behind the bumper. Does the rear bumper need to be removed to get to these screws? Any information would be appreciated. If this has been discussed and I missed it in the search, I do apologize. (And, sorry for the crap pictures.)

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From the GM Service Manual link at the top of the site:


Rear Compartment Lid Latch Striker Replacement (Document ID: 575307)
Removal Procedure




1. Pull back the rear compartment trim panel as required. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement . (Document ID: 708128)
2. Use a grease pencil to mark the location of the rear compartment lid lock striker to the rear compartment for its location at installation.
3. Remove the bolt from inside the rear compartment.
4. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers. (Document ID: 584633)
5. Remove the rear compartment lid lock striker bolts from under the rear bumper fascia.
6. Remove the rear compartment lid lock striker.

Installation Procedure

1. Position the rear compartment lid lock striker to the rear compartment body panel.
2. Install the bolts in the rear compartment lid lock striker under the rear bumper fascia.
3. Tighten the bolts part way allowing for the adjustment of the rear compartment lid lock striker.
4. Close the rear compartment lid in order to set the adjustment of the compartment lid.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
5. Tighten the rear compartment lid lock striker bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the rear compartment lid lock striker bolts to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
6. Install the bolt to the rear compartment lid lock striker in the rear compartment.

Important: Due to sealer squeeze out on the rear compartment lid lock striker bolts, inspect the fastener tightening specifications at least 2 times.

Tighten
Tighten the rear compartment lid lock striker bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
7. Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
8. Install the rear compartment trim panels. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement .
9. Close the rear compartment.

Hope that helps, and welcome to GPONA!

I did not even see the link to the manual, thank you sir!