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For 1990-2009 cars only

Front Wheel Opening Flare Replacement Base


Object Number: 1559985  Size: MF

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the front wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the front side marker lamp electrical connector from the marker lens housing.

1

Pencil Brace Bolt (Qty: 2)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
10 N·m (89 lb in)

2

Lower Fender Flare Retainer (Qty: 2)

3

Front Wheel Housing Opening Flare Retainer (Qty: 11)

Procedure

  1. Pull the flare away from the vehicle slightly, use small needle nose pliers to depress the tabs on the retainers.
  2. Pull front flare outward at the rear then rearward to release from under the edge of the front grille.
  3. Transfer the front marker lamp lens housing to the new front flare.

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Front Wheel Housing Opening Flare Assembly

Front Wheel Opening Flare Replacement with BRM and RHD


Object Number: 1842505  Size: MF

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Component Name

Notice: Refer to Exterior Trim Emblem Removal Notice in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. The component part and surface should be 21°C (70°F) prior to installation. The vehicle should remain at 21°C (70°F) for one hour after assembly to allow the adhesive to develop sufficient bond strength.
  2. Clean the old adhesive tape from the flare and wipe the surface with a clean, dry lint-free towel prior to installing the front flare.
  3. When removing protective liners from the adhesive tape, be careful not to touch the tape with the hands and do not allow the tape to come in contact with dirt or any foreign matter prior to adhesion.
  4. Remove either the LF or RF front wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .

1

RH Front Flare Retainer (Qty: 6)

Tip

  1. Disengage the bottom retainers.
  2. Using a plastic flat-bladed tool, release the adhesive tape from the flare.
  3. Pull the flare outward in order to release the outer flare retainers.

2

RH Front Flare Assembly (LH Similar)

3

RH Front Flare Retainer (Qty: 6)

4

Double Sided Adhesive Tape

Tip
Remove the adhesive tape backing only after the flare assembly is secured to the vehicle. Completely wet-out the entire outer periphery of the flare.