Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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.
- Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Chevrolet) or Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Pontiac) .
- Remove the bolts (2) from the energy absorber pad.
- Remove the energy absorber from the door.