Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn Ion Red Line, 2005 Saturn Ion 3, 2005 Saturn Ion 2, and 2005 Saturn Ion 1. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If the fender requires replacement, install the following components:
- The fender emblem. Refer to Emblem/Nameplate Replacement - Front Fender in Exterior Trim.
- The fender brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal .
Position the fender on the motor compartment side rail.
Align the fender to the door and the hood.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the bolt which secures the fender to the front body hinge pillar.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
Install the following bolts:
- The bolts which secure the fender flange to the upper compartment side rail
- The bolts which secure the fender to the headlamp bracket
- The bolts which secure the rear lower fender to the support
  Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
Position the fascia from the fender. Snap the fascia into place.

Fig 2: View Of Front Fascia Connection (Sedan)

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Install the headlamp assembly. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
Install the front roof applique. Refer to Molding Replacement - Roof Weld Joint Reveal - Front (Coupe) or Molding Replacement - Roof Weld Joint Reveal - Front (Sedan) in Exterior Trim.
Install the rocker panel. Refer to Molding Replacement - Rocker Panel in Exterior Trim.
Install the front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement .