Front Splash Shield Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Acura TL, 2010 Acura TL, and 2009 Acura TL. 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
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.

Remove the front wheel (see KNUCKLE/HUB/WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT )
Remove the front splash shield (A)
1. -1 Remove the clips (B, C) that secure the front splash shield to the body
2. -2 Remove the clips (D) that secure the front inner fender (E) and the front splash shield to the body
3. -3 From under the front bumper (F), remove the bolts (G) that secure the front bumper, and the front splash shield to the body
NOTE: To release the clips, pry up on the center pin up at the notch (H)

Fig 1: Clips, Front Inner Fender, Front Bumper And Bolts With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the splash shield 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