Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the rear wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the fuel filler pocket. Refer to Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Housing Replacement .

1

Bolts, Rear Wheel Opening Flare (Qty: 2)

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

2

Retainers, Rear Wheel Opening Flare (Qty: 6)

Tip
Use side cutters to clip the ends of the retainers for removal.

3

Flare Assembly, Rear Wheel Opening

Preliminary Procedure

1. Open either the RR or LR door in order to access the rear side door flare attachment screws and retainers.
2. Close the door prior to removing the flare assembly from the door.

1

Rear Side Door Flare Screw (Qty: 2)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

2

Push Pin Retainer (Qty: 3)

3

Wheelhouse Molding Retainer (Qty: 5)

Tip
Carefully pull straight outward on the flare to release the retainers from the door.

4

Rear Side Door Flare Assembly