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Wheelhouse Outer (Complete) (Vehicles Built Through February 17, 2022)
Repair Information
- The Repair Procedure section of this procedure contains information necessary to replace the entire Wheelhouse Outer. If replacing the rear section of the Wheelhouse Outer (not the entire Wheelhouse Outer), use the Wheelhouse Outer (Section) (Vehicles Not Built for North America) procedure.
- Review all collision repair general practices and safety documentation and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) before beginning this procedure.
- This procedure can be completed without using a frame bench.
Parts List
Quantity | Description | Image / Notes |
---|---|---|
1 | WHEEL ARCH OUTER PANEL (Wheelhouse Outer) | |
14 | Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm | |
6 | Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Short | |
2 | Flow Form Rivet S28 | |
1 | Flow Form Rivet S38 |
When ordering parts, refer to the Parts Catalog and enter the VIN of the vehicle being repaired to find the correct parts (and the part numbers) for the vehicle. Alternatively, use the search function in the Parts Catalog to find a specific part for the vehicle.
Repair Procedure
- Remove the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer to expose the underlying component being replaced.
- Remove the C–Pillar Reinforcement.
- Remove the original component.
- Prepare for installation.
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
- Install the new component or components.
- Install the C–Pillar Reinforcement.
- Install the fastener as indicated.
- Install the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.