Bumper: Testing and Inspection
Energy Absorber Damage
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.