Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply tape to panel and adjacent surfaces.
- Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
- Remove the hood hinge. Refer to Hood Hinge Replacement .
- Remove the front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement .
- Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Front Bumper in Bumpers.
- Remove the front bumper fascia upper support. Refer to Fascia Support Replacement - Front Bumper Upper in Bumpers.
- Remove the washer solvent container if replacing the right front fender. Refer to Washer Solvent Container Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
- Remove the front fender bolt (2) from inside the front wheel well.
- Remove the front fender bolt (1) from inside the front door hinge pillar.
- Remove the rocker molding. Refer to Molding Replacement - Rocker Panel in Exterior Trim.
- Remove the bolts from the fender at the rocker panel.
- Remove the bolt from the fender at the front compartment side rail.
- Remove the bolt from the fender at the lower engine compartment side rail.
- Remove the front fender from the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Tape Corners of Panel Notice in Cautions and Notices.