Repair/Replace of Wheel Arch

[eric123406109]

HI,

So, thanks to all the help on the other thread, I've ordered my Wheel Arch.

I'm wondering if anyone else has replaced one of these? I've subscribed to AllData, and it wasn't as clear as I'd hoped.

A portion of this Arch is mounted beneath the bumper, and it's clear that at least that portion of the Bumper will need to be removed in order to replace the Arch.

Can someone weigh in as to whether I have to remove the entire rear bumper? OR - is it possible to loosen just the part of the bumper that covers the arch, and then unscrew the fasteners that secure the Arch?

Any support will be greatly appreciated!

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[Victorofhavoc]

You should be able to pull the liner and access the inner bumper bolt. That would allow enough room to pull the clips under the taillight and give enough room to get at that fender bolt without having to bend the bumper so far it creases or snaps.

I haven't done it myself, but the blow out diagrams give a very good view of what it looks like under the plastic. Keep an eye on them for location of clips, so when you get into a sticking point you know where the clip is and release it rather than pull on it.