Rear Wheel Opening Flare Replacement

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Fig 1: Rear Wheel Opening Flare Assembly & Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
1	Rear Wheel Opening Flare Assembly Retainers (Qty: 4)
2	Rear Wheel Opening Flare Assembly Screws (Qty: 4) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3	Rear Wheel Opening Flare Assembly Tip: 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. Clean area where flare will be mounted. Use a suitable solvent, such as flash naphtha or a mix of 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and 50 percent water by volume. Warm body panel with a J 25070 Heat Gun to a minimum 21°C (70°F) prior to flare installation. Do not touch adhesive surface when tape is removed. Peel the tape liner once the flare has been installed and wet out.