Front Inner Fender Replacement

2008 Acura TSX AutomaticSECTION Front Inner Fender Replacement
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the body.
  1. Remove the front inner fender (A).
    1. On the back of the wheel arch, remove the screws (B) If equipped, remove the front splash guard (C) (Canada models).
    2. From under the front bumper (D), remove the bolts (E) securing the front bumper, splash shield (F), and front inner fender, and remove the clip (G) securing the front bumper and front inner fender.
    3. From the wheel arch, remove the clips (H, I, J) securing the front inner fender (and splash shield) on the body.
    4. Release the hook (K) of the splash shield, then remove the front inner fender.
      Fig 1: Front Inner Fender W/Torque Specification
      G05492551Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Install the inner fender in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
    • Push the clips into place securely.
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