Rear Fender Cover Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Acura MDX, 2008 Acura MDX, and 2007 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the body and related parts.

Remove the rear fender cover (A).
1. Remove the screw (B) that secure the fender cover and the rear strake (C) from the front of the rear wheel arch.
2. Remove the screws (D, E) and clip (F) that secure the rear bumper (G) and fender cover from the rear of the rear wheel arch.
3. Remove the bolts (H) and clip(s) (I) from the rear wheel arch.
4. Pull out the rear fender cover.
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  Fig 1: Rear Fender Cover Bolt And Screws With Torque Specification (Left)
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  
  Right
  
  Fig 2: Rear Fender Cover Bolt And Screws With Torque Specification (Right)
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the fender cover in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips into place securely.