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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Remove the screws that retain the wheel flare to the vehicle.
  3. Use a heat gun J 25070  in a circular motion for 30 seconds 152 mm (6 in) from the surface in order to heat the flare to 21-31°C (70-90°F).
  4. Use a plastic, flat-bladed tool to remove the flare from the surface.
  5. Remove the flare from the vehicle.
  6. Remove all adhesive from fender using 3M™ ScotchBrite molding adhesive remover disk 3M™ P/N 07501 or equivalent.
  7. Clean the fender using Varnish Makers and Painters (VMP) naphtha and allow to air dry.
    Fig 1: Removing Wheel Flare To Vehicle Retaining Screws
    G01477342Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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