Front Inner Fender Replacement

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Front Inner Fender Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take care not to scratch the body.
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrapped it with protective tape to prevent damage.
  1. Remove the front inner fender (A).
    1. Canada model: On the back of the wheel arch, remove the screws (B), and remove the front mud guard (C).
    2. From under the front bumper (D), remove the screws (E) securing the front bumper, the splash shield (F), the front bulkhead lower cover (G), and the front inner fender.
    3. Remove the clip (H) securing the front bumper and the front inner fender.
    4. From the wheel arch, remove the clip (I) securing the splash shield and the front inner fender.
    5. From the wheel arch, remove the clips (J, K, L) and screw (M).
    6. Release the hook (N) of the splash shield, then remove the front inner fender.
    NOTE: To release the clips (H, I), pry up on the center pin at the notch (0).
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.