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Wheelhouse Panel Replacement Buick/Regency

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the wheel opening molding.

  2. Object Number: 308241  Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolts (2).
  4. Remove the wheelhouse assembly (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 308241  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheelhouse assembly (1).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolts (2).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  5. Install the wheel opening molding.

Wheelhouse Panel Replacement Ninety-Eight

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the wheel opening molding.

  2. Object Number: 308249  Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolts (3).
  4. Remove the wheelhouse assembly (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 308249  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheelhouse assembly (1).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolts (3).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  5. Install the wheel opening molding.

Wheelhouse Panel Replacement 88/LSS

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the wheel opening molding.

  2. Object Number: 308253  Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolts (3).
  4. Remove the wheelhouse assembly (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 308253  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheelhouse assembly (1).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolts (3).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  5. Install the wheel opening molding.

Wheelhouse Panel Replacement Pontiac

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the wheel opening molding.

  2. Object Number: 308262  Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolts (3).
  4. Remove the wheelhouse assembly (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 308262  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheelhouse assembly (1).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolts (3).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  5. Install the wheel opening molding.