For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Notice: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.

1. Raise the hood.
2. Tape the edges of the fender in order to protect the fender from scratching.
3. Remove the hood hinge. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .
4. Remove the front wheelhouse panel splash shield. Refer to Wheelhouse Splash Shield Replacement .
5. Remove the front wheelhouse panel liner. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Wheelhouse Rear .
6. Remove the bumper fascia from the front fender. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .
7. Remove the front fender rear brace bolt.
8. Remove the front fender rear bracket bolt from the fender.
9. Remove the front fender front brace bolt from the body.
10. Remove the front fender lower retaining bolts.
11. Remove the front fender upper retaining bolts.
12. Remove the front fender.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the front fender.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the front fender upper retaining bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

3. Install the front fender lower retaining bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

4. Install the front fender front brace bolt to the body.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

5. Install the front fender rear center bracket to the front fender bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

6. Install the front fender rear brace bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

7. Install the bumper fascia to the front fender. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .
8. Install the front wheelhouse panel liner. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Wheelhouse Rear .
9. Install the front wheelhouse panel splash shield. Refer to Wheelhouse Splash Shield Replacement .
10. Install the hood hinge. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .
11. Remove the tape from the edges of the fender.
12. Close the hood.