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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open the door.
    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.
  2. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Chevrolet)  or Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Pontiac) .
  3. Remove the bolts (2) from the energy absorber pad.
  4. Remove the energy absorber from the door.
    Fig 1: Removing Energy Absorber Pad Bolts (Rear Door)
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