For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

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. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the water deflector.
3. Note the wiring harness routing (2) on top of the energy absorbing foam block (1) for re-installation.
4. Cut (5) the two push pins (4) holding the foam block to the inner door panel.
5. Disconnect the two locking tabs holding the foam block assembly to the door.
6. Move the bottom of the foam absorber block assembly inward and lift upward in order to remove the foam absorber block.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the foam block (1) into the slot in the module.
2. Push the foam block forward in order to secure the two locking tabs into the inner door panel.
3. Ensure the tab is in the lower slot.

Important: New push pins should always be used when installing the foam block assembly.

4. Install two new push pins (4) in order to secure the foam block (1) to the door.
5. Ensure the new push pins are fully seated.

Important: Ensure that the wiring harness is properly routed and secured to the wiring harness clip located on top of the energy-absorbing foam block.

6. Secure the wiring harness on top of the foam block (2).
7. Install the water deflector.
8. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .