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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the front fender (2) to the vehicle.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the bolts (3) in order to retain the front fender (2) to the body.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts in order to retain the front fender to the body to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the hood rod support to the left fender. Refer to Hood Hold-Open Rod Replacement .
  4. Install the new rivets (1) in order to retain the front fender (2) to the front door hinges.
  5. Install the front bumper to the vehicle. Refer to BUMPER REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
    Fig 1: Installing Front Fender
    G02422938Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the front fender extension to the vehicle. Refer to Fender Extension Replacement - Front .
  7. Install the upper fender filler panel to the vehicle. Refer to Filler Panel Applique Replace - Upper Front Fender .
  8. Install the hood to the vehicle. Refer to Hood Replacement .
  9. Install the right and the left air inlet grille panels to the vehicle. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  10. Remove tape on body panels.