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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 704 (BODY FRONT END)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFENDER REPLACEMENT - FRONTREMOVAL 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Apply tape to panel and adjacent surfaces.
Remove the hood. Refer to HOOD REPLACEMENT .
Remove the hood hinge. Refer to HOOD HINGE REPLACEMENT .
Remove the front fender liner. Refer to FRONT FENDER LINER REPLACEMENT .
Remove the washer solvent container from the right fender. Refer to WASHER SOLVENT CONTAINER REPLACEMENT in Wipers/Washer Systems.
Remove the bolts from the fender at the door hinge pillar.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts From Fender At Door Hinge Pillar
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Remove the bolts from the fender at the rocker panel.

Fig 2: Removing Bolts From Fender At Rocker Panel
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Remove the bolts from the fender at the front compartment side rail.

Fig 3: Removing Bolts From Fender At Front Compartment Side Rail
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Remove the bolts from the fender at the lower engine compartment side rail.
Remove the fender from the vehicle.

Fig 4: Removing Bolts From Fender At Lower Engine Compartment Side Rail
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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.