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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  2. Remove the front wheelhouse extension. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 657995  Size: SH
  4. Remove the fasteners (2, 3) retaining the front wheelhouse panel (1) to the upper fender.
  5. Remove the fasteners (4) from the lower rocker panel.
  6. Remove the two upper fasteners to the front extension.
  7. Remove the front wheelhouse panel (1) from the inner fender.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 657995  Size: SH
  1. Install the front wheelhouse panel (1) to the inner fender.
  2. Install the upper fender fastener (5) in order to locate and hold the front wheelhouse panel (1) to the inner fender.
  3. Install the fasteners (3) in order to secure the extension to wheelhouse.
  4. Install the two upper fasteners to the front extension.
  5. 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.

  6. Install the fasteners (4) in order to secure the front wheelhouse panel (1) to the rocker panel molding.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  8. Install the front wheelhouse extension. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement .
  9. Install the front wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.