Front Fender Replacement

2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.4L VIN ESECTION Front Fender Replacement


Front Fender Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.
2. Remove the hood.
3. Remove the hood hinge.
4. Remove the front fender liner.
5. Remove the front fender sound insulator.
6. Remove the washer solvent container from the right fender.
7. Remove the rocker panel molding.
8. Remove the body side molding, if required.




9. Remove the bolts from the fender at the door hinge pillar.




10. Remove the bolts from the fender at the rocker panel.




11. Remove the bolts from the fender at the front compartment side rail.




12. Remove the bolts from the fender at the lower engine compartment side rail.
13. Remove the fender from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the fender to the vehicle

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the bolts to the fender at the front compartment side rail.

Tighten the front Fender to Engine Compartment Side Rail Bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




3. Install the bolts to the fender at the rocker panel.

Tighten the fender to rocker panel bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




4. Install the bolts to the fender at the door hinge pillar.

Tighten the fender to door hinge pillar bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).




5. Install the bolts to the fender at the lower engine compartment side rail.

Tighten the Fender to Lower Engine Compartment Side Rail Bolts to 5 N.m (45 lb in).

6. Install the washer solvent container to the right fender.
7. Install the front fender sound insulator.
8. Install the front fender liner.
9. Install the hood hinge.
10. Install the hood.
11. Install the rocker panel molding.
12. Remove the protective tape.
13. Install the body side molding, if required.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.