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Rear Wheel Opening Front Flare Replacement ZR2 Models

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 734641  Size: SH
  1. Gently pry the rear wheel opening door flare (1) in a upward direction in order to disengage the flare from the 4 plastic retainers.
  2. Remove the flare (1) from the rear door (2).

  3. Object Number: 734643  Size: SH
  4. Remove the 4 plastic retainers (1) from the rear door (2).

  5. Object Number: 734644  Size: SH
  6. Remove any adhesive tape (2) that remains on the rear door or on the flare (1) if the flare is to be reused.
  7. Clean the rear side door where the flare (1) is to be mounted. Use a suitable solvent, such as a mixture of 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and 50 percent water, or equivalent.
  8. Dry the area thoroughly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 734647  Size: SH
  1. Install the 4 plastic retainers (1) to the rear wheel opening door flare (2). Replace any retainers that were damaged in the removal process.

  2. Object Number: 734644  Size: SH

    Important: Apply the adhesive tape to the flare in an environment free of dust or dirt so that it does not come in contact with the sticky backing and prevent proper adhesion.

  3. Install adhesive tape (2) to the flare (1).
  4. If the vehicle body is below 21°C (70°F) due to the shop temperature or the outside temperature, use a auxiliary heat source in order to warm the rear side door before proceeding to the next step.
  5. Remove the adhesive tape (2) release sheet.

  6. Object Number: 734641  Size: SH
  7. Install the flare (1) to the rear door (2) using the plastic retainers as a guide. Make certain that the retainers are completely engaged.
  8. Apply pressure along the bottom of the flare (1) in order to bond the flare to the rear side door.