Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Install the fender to the vehicle.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the bolts to the fender at the front compartment side rail.
Tighten
Tighten the fender to front compartment side rail bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
- Install the bolts to the fender at the rocker panel.
Tighten
Tighten the fender to rocker panel bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
- Install the bolts to the fender at the door hinge pillar.
Tighten
Tighten the fender to door hinge pillar bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the bolts to the fender at the lower engine compartment side rail.
Tighten
Tighten the fender to engine compartment side rail bolts to 8 N.m (70 lb in).
- Install the washer solvent container to the right fender. Refer to WASHER SOLVENT CONTAINER REPLACEMENT .
- Install the front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement .
- Install the hood hinge. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .
- Install the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
- Install the rocker finish panel. Refer to MOLDING REPLACEMENT -- ROCKER PANEL .
- Remove the protective tape.
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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.