2026-05-27

Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1203010022 FRT 0.18 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See for safe and healthy working practices.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x7) that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • SOCKET, 1/4" DR., DEEP, MAGNETIC, 10MM
 Reuse
Nuts (x2) that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See .
  2. Remove the bolts (x7) that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • SOCKET, 1/4" DR., DEEP, MAGNETIC, 10MM
  3. Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle, and then remove the panel from the vehicle
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket

Replace

  1. Install the front aero shield panel to the underside of the vehicle, and then hand-tighten the nuts (x2) to temporarily hold the panel in place.
  2. Apply a thin bead of Loctite 222 to the threads of the bolts (x7) that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle.
  3. Tighten the bolts (x7) that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • SOCKET, 1/4" DR., DEEP, MAGNETIC, 10MM
  4. Tighten the nuts (x2) that attach the front aero shield panel to the vehicle.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  5. Lower the vehicle. See .