Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the fender to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the fender to front compartment side rail bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
Install the fender to rocker panel bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

Fig 1: View Of Front Compartment Side Rail

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Install the rocker molding. Refer to Molding Replacement - Rocker Panel in Exterior Trim.

Fig 2: View Of Rocker Panel

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Install the front fender bolt (2) inside the front wheel well.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the front fender bolt (1) from inside the front door hinge pillar.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of Front Wheel Well & Front Door Hinge Pillar

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Install the fender to front compartment side rail bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (70 lb in).

Fig 4: View Of Lower Engine Compartment Side Rail

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Install the washer solvent container if replacing the right front fender. Refer to Washer Solvent Container Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
Install the front bumper fascia upper support. Refer to Fascia Support Replacement - Front Bumper Upper in Bumpers.
Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Front Bumper in Bumpers.
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 .
Remove the protective tape.