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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Explorer shown, Mountaineer similar.
  1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
  2. Remove the 14 splash shield pin-type retainers.
  3. Remove the 6 splash shield scrivets.
  4. If equipped, remove the side lamp assembly. For additional information, refer to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .
  5. If removing the right fender, remove the antenna mast and bolt, and position the antenna cable.
    Fig 1: Removing Antenna Mast And Bolt
    G03945875Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the 2 grille opening panel bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
  7. Remove the 4 top fender bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  8. Remove the 2 upper A-pillar inner fender bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  9. Remove the 2 lower A-pillar inner fender bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  10. Remove the fender.
  11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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