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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 651 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWHEELHOUSE FILLER REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in General Information.
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
Remove the bolts attaching the filler panel to the frame rail.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts Attaching Filler Panel To Frame Rail
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Remove the bolt attaching the filler panel to the lower fender flange.

Fig 2: Removing Bolt Attaching Filler Panel To Lower Fender Flange
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Remove the bolts attaching the fender wheel opening to the filler panel.

Fig 3: Removing Bolts Attaching Fender Wheel Opening To Filler Panel
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Remove the bolts attaching the filler panel to the wheelhouse panel.

Fig 4: Removing Bolts Attaching Filler Panel To Wheelhouse Panel
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Remove the filler panel.

Fig 5: Filler Panel
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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.