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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Blazer - 4WD - RHD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Front Wheel Opening Flare Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 622172 Size: SH
  1. Remove the fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement - Left Side , or to Front Fender Replacement - Right Side in Body Front End.
  2. Remove 6 flare to fender retaining screws around the wheel opening.
  3. Remove 6 fender to flare retaining nuts from the left-hand flair or 5 nuts from the right-hand flair, from inside of the fender.
  4. Remove the flare.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 622172 Size: SH
  1. Install the flare to the fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement - Left Side , or to Front Fender Replacement - Right Side in Body Front End.
  2. Loosely install the flare to the fender with 6 retaining nuts for the left-hand fender or 5 nuts for the right-hand fender.

    3. 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. Loosely install the flare to the fender with 6 retaining nuts for the left-hand fender or 5 nuts for the right-hand fender.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  4. Install 6 flare to fender retaining screws in the wheel opening.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  5. Install the fender to the vehicle. Refer to Front Fender Replacement - Left Side , or to Front Fender Replacement - Right Side in Body Front End.