Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Install the headlamp.Refer to Headlamp Replacement (Hatchback) or Headlamp Replacement (Notchback)
- Install the fender.
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Tighten: Tighten the upper fender bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the bolts along the top of the fender.
- Install the bolt at the base of the windshield pillar.
Tighten: Tighten the fender-to-windshield pillar bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the bolts at the base of the fender.
Tighten: Tighten the lower fender bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Secure the fender to the front bumper fascia with the screw.
Tighten: Tighten the front bumper fascia screw to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
- Secure the fender behind the front bumper fascia with the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the fender screws to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
- Install the splash shield with the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the splash shield screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).
- Install the front wheel.
- Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.