Important: Take note of the following statements:
• Do not try to repair a damaged energy absorber. • Replace the energy absorber if damaged. • Do not apply heat to the energy absorber. • Do not weld the energy absorber.
Important: Inspect the following components for signs
of visible distortion:
• Inspect the bumper impact bar (2). • Inspect the front end module (1). • Inspect the energy absorber (3). • Replace the energy absorber if damage is evident. Replace the energy absorber
if a collision is so severe that the bumper impact bar does not return to its original
position.