Front Fender: Removal

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Fig 1: Removing Front Fender

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Remove:

the fender liner according to Plastic fender liner
the screw for the turn signal lamp unit
the turn signal lamp unit
the side turn signal flashers on the fender
the three screws at the top
the two screws at the bottom
the foam seal
the screw behind the hinge for the front side door.

Fig 2: Bumper And Screw

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Remove the screw for the bumper and front fender.

Bend the rear of the bumper down. Remove the screw (1).

Carefully remove the front fender.