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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 GMC Suburban - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Stepside Fender Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the taillamp. Refer to Tail/Turn Signal Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  2. Remove the pads from the fender steps.

    3. Object Number: 277604 Size: SH
  3. Remove the fender to the brace screws (3,6).
  4. Remove the brace to the support bolts (1).

    5. Object Number: 277607 Size: MH
  5. Remove the fender to the support (3) bolts.

    6. Object Number: 277605 Size: LH
  6. Remove the side panel screws (1,2) at the taillamp pocket.
  7. Remove the fender to the side panel screws.
  8. Remove the fender to the front panel screws.
  9. Remove the fender.
  10. Remove the fender supports to the side panel bolts.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 277607 Size: MH

    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.

  1. Install the fender supports (3,5) and the screws, to the side panel.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the fender support screws to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).


    Object Number: 277605 Size: LH
  2. Install the fender to the side panel with the screws (1,2).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fender to the side panel screws to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  3. Install the brace to the support bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the brace to the support bolts to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  4. Install the fender to the front panel screws.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the fender to the front panel screws to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  5. Install the fender to the brace bolts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the stepside fender to the brace bolts to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  6. Install the side panel screws at the taillamp pocket.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the side panel screws to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).


    Object Number: 277604 Size: SH
  7. Install the fender to the support screws.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the fender to the support screws to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  8. Install the brace to the support screws (1).

    9. Tighten
    Tighten all the other screws to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  9. Install the pads to the fender steps.
  10. Install the taillamp. Refer to Tail/Turn Signal Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.