Bumper and Fascia Description. Opel Sintra 1999

For 1990-2009 cars

General Motors passenger vehicle bumpers are designed in order to withstand a collision into a fixed barrier at 2.5 mph (4 km/h). After absorbing the energy of the collision, the energy absorbers rebound to 80-90 percent of their original position. The energy absorbing capability of the front bumper and the rear bumper systems is achieved through a foam type energy absorbing structure in each bumper.

The following components are made of thermo plastic olefin or urethane:

• | The front bumper fascia

• | The rear bumper fascia

The thermo plastic olefin and urethane perform the following functions:

• | Withstand minor impact

• | Return to the original shape.

Refer to General Plastic Repair in Plastic Panel Information and Refinishing, for repair or refinishing information on the fascia.