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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2010TL FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFENDERFRONT FENDERFRONT FENDER LINERSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5L
Front Inner Fender Replacement
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Front Inner Fender Replacement
Front Inner Fender Replacement
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
1. Remove the front wheel Service and Repair.
2. Remove the front inner fender (A).
1. Canada models: On the back of the wheel arch, remove the screws (B) and the clip (C), and remove the front splash guard (D).
2. Except Canada models: On the back of the wheel arch, remove the screws (E).
3. From under the front bumper (F), remove the bolts (G) and detach the clip (H) securing the front strake (I), the front bumper, and the front inner fender.
4. From the wheel arch, detach the clips (J) securing the front bumper and the front inner fender.
5. From the wheel arch, detach the clips (K, L, M) that secure the front inner fender (and splash shield) to the body.
6. With SH-AWD (left side): Release the front inner fender from the front brake duct (N).
7. Release the hook (O) on the splash shield, then remove the front inner fender.
NOTE: To release the clips C, J, K, M, pry up on the center pin at the notch (P).
3. Install the inner fender in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips and the hook into place securely.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.