Front Fender: Service and Repair

Replacement

NOTE: Take particular care of clearance and level difference with the hood, door panels and front bumper.

1. Remove the related parts.
- Front bumper
- Front side turn signal light
- Side sill panel
2. Mask parts with tape. Stick masking tape on neighboring lower windshield and door to protect painted surfaces from damage.
3. Remove the inner fender.




4. Remove the front fender mounting bolts.

NOTE:
- Use the DACRO coated or DACRO & TORQUER coated genuine Honda bolts and screws.
- Do not used any bolts which DACRO-coating has come off, as it results in corrosion.

5. Apply paint on the back of the new front fender. See Paint Repair section

WARNING:
- Ventilate when spraying paint. Most paint contains substances that are harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Read the paint label before opening paint container.
- Avoid contact with skin. Wear an approved respirator, gloves, eye protection and appropriate clothing when painting.
- Paint is flammable. Store in a safe place, and keep it away from sparks, flames or cigarettes.

NOTE: Apply paint to lower section of front pillar also.




6. Set the new front fender.
Fasten to the front wheelhouse at two spots with bolts. Close the hood and check the front and rear clearances, door clearance and level differences.

7. Tighten fully.
- After checking the mounting position, tighten all bolts fully.
- Apply the mastic sealer to the mounting bolt positions.






NOTE: Judge proper amount of new sealer according to thickness of old sealer on removed part.

8. Apply the undercoat.
Apply an undercoat to the inside of the front fender and upper face of the front wheelhouse.

9. Apply the paint
See Paint Repair section.

WARNING:
- Ventilate when spraying paint. Most paint contains substances that are harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Read the paint label before opening paint container.
- Avoid contact with skin. Wear an approved respirator, gloves, eye protection and appropriate clothing when painting.
- Paint is flammable. Store in a safe place, and keep it away from sparks, flames or cigarettes.

10. Install the related parts.
Install in the reverse order in which they were removed.

11. Check and adjust.
- Check wiring connections.
- Adjust the headlight aim.