Front Fender: Service and Repair

Front Fender Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Front Bumper Fascia Replacement) in Bumpers.
2. Remove the rocker molding. Refer to Rocker Panel Molding Replacement () in Exterior Trim.
3. Tape the fender and tape the door edges to protect the paint from chipping.
4. Remove the front fender liner. Refer to Fender Liner Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Support the hood.
6. Remove the hood strut from the fender. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement (Service and Repair).
7. Remove upper fender bolts.




8. Remove the side fender bolts.
9. Remove the fender.
10. Transfer the hood bumper.

Installation Procedure




1. Undercoat the underside of the fender prior to installation. Refer to Anti-Corrosion Treatment and Repair () in Paint/Coatings.
2. Install the fender. Refer to Front Fender Body Side Molding Replacement () in Exterior Trim if the fender was replaced.
3. Adjust the fender-to-hood clearance (1) to 5 mm ± -1 mm.
4. Adjust the fender-to-front door clearance (2) to 5 mm ± 1 mm.




5. Install the fender side bolts.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

6. Install the upper fender bolts.

Tighten the fender bolts to 4 Nm (35 lb in).

7. Install the hood strut to the fender. Refer to Hood Open Assist Rod Replacement (Service and Repair).
8. Remove the hood support.
9. Install the front fender liner. Refer to Fender Liner Replacement (Service and Repair).
10. Install the rocker molding. Refer to Rocker Panel Molding Replacement () in Exterior Trim.
11. Install the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Front Bumper Fascia Replacement) in Bumpers.