Outer Front Energy Absorber Pad Replacement Coupe

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. Open the front door.
2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
3. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
4. Remove the inner front energy absorber pad (Coupe). Refer to Front Side Door Inner Panel Lower Energy Absorber Replacement .
5. Remove the front door window regulator. Refer to Front Side Door Window Regulator Replacement .
6. Remove the screws from the front door outer energy absorber pad.
7. Grasp the front door energy absorber with both hands and pull it away from the front door.

If necessary, warm the outer door panel to soften the adhesive.

8. Use a rag and alcohol to clean the adhesive off the door panel.

1. Remove the double backed tape protective backing from the front door outer energy absorber pad.
2. Install the front door outer energy absorber pad to the front door.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the screws to the outer energy absorber pad.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

4. Install the window regulator. Refer to Front Side Door Window Regulator Replacement .
5. Install the front door inner energy absorber pad. Refer to Front Side Door Inner Panel Lower Energy Absorber Replacement .
6. Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
7. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
8. Close the front door.