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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 LeSabre 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Front Fender Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Notice: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.


    Object Number: 666447 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rocker molding. Refer to Rocker Panel Molding Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  2. Remove the air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement .
  3. Remove the fascia to fender fasteners. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  4. Remove the fender fasteners (2).
  5. Remove the fender (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 130503 Size: SH
  1. Install the fender (1) to the vehicle.

    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.

  2. Install the fender fasteners (2).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  3. Install the fascia to fender fasteners. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  4. Install the air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement .
  5. Install the rocker molding. Refer to Rocker Panel Molding Replacement in Exterior Trim.