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Front Fender: Service and Repair

FRONT FENDER

REMOVAL




1. Remove the wheel opening splash shield.
2. Remove the grille.
3. Raise and support vehicle.
4. Release the inner support clips from within the fascia between the lights.




5. Release the support tabs beneath the headlamps and position the fascia assembly aside to access the fender support bracket bolts.




6. Remove the front wheel opening flare moldings.
7. Remove the fender support bracket bolts.




8. Remove the bolts and remove the fender.




9. Remove the antenna body, if equipped (1).

INSTALLATION




1. Install the antenna body (1), if equipped.




2. Install the fender assembly (4) and install the bolts.




3. Install the fender support bracket (3) and install the bolts.
4. Align the fender with adjacent body parts and tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (9 ft.lbs.). Refer to Body and Frame / Specifications / Dimensions.




5. Install the fascia assembly.
6. Install the wheelhouse splash shield.