Fender, Front: Installation: Installation: Patriot

Fig 1: Fender & Upper Fender Bolts (Patriot)

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NOTE:

Tighten the fender fasteners only after all fasteners are installed loosely and the fender is adjusted for gap and flush. Refer to GAP AND FLUSH, SPECIFICATIONS .

Loosely install the three upper bolts (2).

Fig 2: Inner Nuts

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Install the two inner nuts (2) loosely.

Fig 3: Lower Bolts Next To Door Sill
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Install the two lower bolts (1) next to the door, loosely.

Fig 4: Inner Bolts At Rear Of Wheel Well
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Loosely install the two inner bolts (1) at the rear of the wheel well and adjust the fender to the correct gap and flush dimensions. Refer to GAP AND FLUSH, SPECIFICATIONS .
After correct fender gap and flush specifications are met, tighten all the fender fasteners to 14 N.m (10.5 ft. lbs.).

Fig 5: Front Fascia & Fasteners
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NOTE:
Compass shown in illustration, Patriot similar.
Install the fender to fascia fasteners (5 and 6).
Install the radio antenna, if equipped. Refer to BODY AND CABLE, ANTENNA, INSTALLATION .
Install the wheelhouse splash shield. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE, INSTALLATION .
Install the radiator closure panel. Refer to PANEL, CLOSURE, UPPER, INSTALLATION .