Front Wheel Opening Molding Replacement

Fig 1: Front Wheel Opening Molding

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure When servicing the left side, reposition wheelhouse liner-left side. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (Cadillac)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (GMC)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (Chevrolet) . When servicing the right side, reposition wheelhouse liner-right side. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Cadillac)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Chevrolet)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) .
1	Front Wheel Opening Molding Bolt (Qty: 5) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
2	Front Wheel Opening Molding CAUTION: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Caution . Procedure The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to develop sufficient bond strength. Use a heat gun or equivalent to remove the front wheel opening molding. Use a plastic flat bladed tool to assist in removal. Clean any remaining residue with a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and clean drinkable water. Wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel. When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion. Using the palm of the hand press evenly to ensure full adhesion is made.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

Front Wheel Opening Molding Bolt (Qty: 5)

CAUTION:

Tighten
2.5 N.m (22 lb in)

Front Wheel Opening Molding

CAUTION:

Procedure

The part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should remain 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow adhesive to develop sufficient bond strength.
Use a heat gun or equivalent to remove the front wheel opening molding. Use a plastic flat bladed tool to assist in removal.
Clean any remaining residue with a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and clean drinkable water. Wipe surface dry with a clean lint-free towel.
When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch tape with hands and do not allow tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.
Using the palm of the hand press evenly to ensure full adhesion is made.