Removal And Installation: Fender: Installation
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- Position the fender and A-pillar baffle to the vehicle.
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NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
Loosely install the 2 top fender-to-apron bolts.
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NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
Loosely install the 2 front fender-to-apron bolts.
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NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
Loosely install the fender-to-cowl bolt.
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NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
Loosely install the 2 fender-to-rocker panel bolts.
- Adjust the fender to specification. REFER to BODY REPAIRS , Component Description.
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NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
Apply flexible foam repair material to the fender, fender baffle and A-pillar seam.
- Tighten all fender fasteners.
- Tighten all to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
- Install the fender splash shield. Refer to FENDER SPLASH SHIELD .
- Install the windshield applique. REFER to APPLIQUE - WINDSHIELD .
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NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar.
Install the cowl panel grille filler panel.
- Install the cowl panel grille. Refer to COWL PANEL GRILLE .