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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover

  1. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 293949  Size: LH
  3. Remove the push-in retainers from the rear energy absorber using the J 38778 .
  4. Remove the rear energy absorber from the rear impact bar (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 293949  Size: LH
  1. Install the rear energy absorber to the rear impact bar (1).
  2. Install the push-in retainers through the rear energy absorber into the rear impact bar.
  3. Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement .