GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2003 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Front End 🢒 Front Fender Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 431898 Size: SH

    Notice: When removing body panels, apply tape to corners of panel and adjacent surfaces to help prevent paint damage.

  1. Raise and support the hood.
  2. Remove the left fender flare. Refer to Front Fender Flare Replacement .
  3. Remove the left wheelhouse panel (1). Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
  5. Remove the left rocker molding. Refer to Rocker Panel Molding Replacement .
  6. Remove the left headlamp assembly. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  7. Remove left rear inner fender splash guard.

    8. Object Number: 239358 Size: SH
  8. Remove the front fender  (1) to rocker panel bolt.

    9. Object Number: 239359 Size: SH
  9. Remove the 2 front fender to door jamb  (3) bolts.

    10. Object Number: 828397 Size: SH
  10. Remove the top 2 front fender bolts (1).

    11. Object Number: 828404 Size: SH
  11. Remove the 1 bolt (2) from the front of the left front fender.
  12. Remove the left front fender (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 828404 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the front fender (1) to the vehicle. Secure the fender with the 1 bolt (2).

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the front fender bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 828397 Size: SH
  2. Install the top 2 front fender (1) bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the top front fender bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 239359 Size: SH
  3. Install the 2 door jamb (3) to front fender bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the door jamb to front fender bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 239358 Size: SH
  4. Install the front fender (1) to rocker panel bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the front fender to rocker panel bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  5. Install left fender rear inner splash guard.
  6. Install the left headlamp assembly. Refer to Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  7. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement in Bumpers.
  8. Install the left rocker panel molding. Refer to Rocker Panel Molding Replacement .
  9. Install the left wheel house panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement .
  10. Install the left fender flare. Refer to Front Fender Flare Replacement .
  11. Close hood panel.