Wheelhouse Outer (Section) (Vehicles Built for North America Only)
Repair Information
- The Repair Procedure section of this procedure contains information necessary to replace the rear section of the Wheelhouse Outer. If replacing the complete Wheelhouse Outer (not the rear section of the Wheelhouse Outer), use the Wheelhouse Outer (Complete) 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) |
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| 5 |
Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
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| 1 |
Flow Form Rivet S28
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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.
Wheelhouse Outer Section Guidelines
- It is allowable to cut through a clearance hole or a non functional hole (exterior trim hole), as described below.
- Do not cut within 25 mm. of the center of a stud.
- Sections do not require fasteners at butt or overlap joints unless specifically indicated.
- Gaps between panels of overlaid and butt joints should be as small as possible to maximize joint strength.
- Seal all open seams.
Repair Procedure
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Remove the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer to expose the underlying component being replaced.
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Remove the original component.
or 
Factory Spot Welds
Cut Line
Reference
Line/Point
- A = 25 mm.
- B = 25 mm.
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Cut the new Wheelhouse Outer service part to make the replacement
component.
Cut Line
Reference
Line/Point
- C = 25 mm.
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Prepare for installation.
NoteA red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.
or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
WarningThe outer edge of the Wheelhouse Outer (where the Wheelhouse Outer surface joins the Body Side Outer) must be flat to allow the overlying Body Side Outer component to fit correctly.NoteThe forward edge of the replacement section is installed under the rear edge of the component on the vehicle, with an overlap of at least 25 mm. This joint is secured only with structural adhesive.NoteThe gap between the adjacent panels of the butt and overlaid joints for this section should be as small as possible to maximize joint strength.
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
- Install the new component or components.
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Install the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
