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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: This vehicle has energy-absorbing foam blocks for side impact protection. To help avoid personal injury in a collision, foam blocks that are damaged, or removed during repairs must be replaced. Failure to replace foam blocks that are removed can violate federal law.

  1. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  2. Remove the window regulator. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Regulator Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 308426  Size: MH
  4. Remove energy absorber clip.
  5. Grasp the energy absorber with both hands and remove from the front door.

Installation Procedure

  1. Remove the protective tape from the adhesive strip on the back side of the absorber pad.

  2. Object Number: 308426  Size: MH
  3. Install the energy absorber pad to the front door, Pressing firmly until the energy absorber pad is fully seated.
  4. Install the energy absorber clip.
  5. Install the window regulator. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Regulator Replacement .
  6. Install the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .