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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1414 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFENDER REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 GMC Envoy, and 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Identifying Body Seal-To-Fender Bracket Clips
    GM750119Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. If replacing the body to fender seal, position the seal to the vehicle.
  2. Ensure that the integral clips (1) on the seal are seated into the fender bracket (2).
    3. Fig 2: Locating Fender Bolts
    GM750116Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Position the fender to the vehicle.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the bolts that retain the fender to the vehicle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    5. Fig 3: Installing Hood Bumpers
    GM742125Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the hood bumper to the vehicle.
  6. Install the rocker panel molding. Refer to Molding Replacement - Rocker Panel (TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy XL) or Molding Replacement - Rocker Panel (TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada) in Exterior Trim.
  7. Install the wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement  .
  8. Install the assist step, if applicable. Refer to Assist Step Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  9. Remove the protective tape.
RENDER: 1.0x

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