Rear Splash Shield Removal/Installation: Notes

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Affix the protective tape to the position shown in the figure to prevent scratches and damage.

Fig 1: Affixing Protective Tape To Position
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Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the position shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Inserting Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver
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Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrows shown in the figure and remove the rear over fender fastener. (See REAR SPLASH SHIELD INSTALLATION NOTE .)
Remove the fastener.

Fig 3: Removing Rear Over Fender Fastener
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Move the remover tool in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and detach the clips of the rear over fender from the rear bumper.

Fig 4: Detaching Rear Over Fender Clips
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Move the remover tool in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and detach the clip of the rear over fender from the rear fender panel.

Fig 5: Moving Remover Tool
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Remove the screws and fasteners.

Fig 6: Removing Rear Splash Shield Screws And Fasteners
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Remove the cap nut.
Pull the rear splash shield in the direction of the arrows shown in the figure and detach the rear splash shield tabs.

Fig 7: Pulling Rear Splash Shield
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Remove the rear splash shield.
Install in the reverse order of removal.