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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2009FJ CRUISER RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEEXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIMEXTERIORFENDER PANEL MUDGUARDREMOVAL

2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser RWD

Fender Panel Mudguard: Removal

2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser RWDSECTION Removal

HINT:

The procedure described below is for the LH side. Use the same procedure for both the RH and LH sides, unless otherwise specified.

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL (w/ Back Sonar)
REMOVE REAR BUMPER COVER (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE FRONT FENDER MUDGUARD
1. Using a clip remover, remove the clip.
2. Remove the 5 screws and the front fender mudguard.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Front Fender Mudguard Screws
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
REMOVE QUARTER PANEL MUDGUARD
1. Using a clip remover, remove the clip.
2. Remove the 4 screws and the quarter panel mudguard.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Quarter Panel Mudguard Screws
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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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.