Installation Procedure
- If replacing the outer quarter panel, transfer the fascia support discs and the retaining clips.
- Position the quarter panel to the body. Position the rear, the top, then the front.
- Secure the attaching clip located under the side window encapsulated molding.
- If iinstalling the left quarter panel, install the fuel fill door release latch and twist 1/4 turn counterclockwise and install the latch retainer nut. Route the latch as shown in the illustration.
- Install the quarter panel bolts loosely.
- If installing the left quarter, open the rear door and install the retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the rear quarter panel attachment bolts (Coupe) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Align the quarter panel with the compartment lid and tighten the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the rear quarter panel attachment bolts (Coupe) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Align the quarter panel with the rear door and tighten the bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the rear quarter panel attachment bolts (Coupe) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Close the lid and the door.
- If installing the left quarter panel, open the rear door and install the upper, center, and lower appliques to the quarter panel with pushpins.
- If installing the left quarter, install the fuel door.
- Remove the fuel cap.
- Install the rubber surrounding the fuel inlet pipe.
- Install the fuel cap.
- Install the pushpin to the safety strap on the fuel cap.
- Install the rocker panel cover. Refer to Rocker Panel Molding Replacement (Sedan/Wagon) or Rocker Panel Molding Replacement (Coupe) in Exterior Trim.
- Install the inner wheelhouse panel. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Liner Panel Replacement .
- Install the tail lamp. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement (Coupe) or Tail Lamp Replacement (Wagon) or Tail Lamp Replacement (Sedan) in Lighting Systems.
- Install the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Coupe) or Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Sedan) or Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Wagon) in Bumpers.
- Inspect for gaps to the decklid, the rear fascia, and the rear of the door.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.