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Front Splash Shield Replacement

NOTE:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take care not to scratch the body.
  • When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
  1. Remove the front wheel (see KNUCKLE/HUB REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Remove the front splash shield (A).
    1. Detach the clips (B, C) that secure the front splash shield to the body.
    2. Detach the clips (D) that secure the front inner fender (E) and the front splash shield to the body.
    3. From under the front bumper (F), remove the bolts (G) that secure the front bumper, and the front splash shield to the body.
    NOTE: To release the clips, pry up on the center pin up at the notch (H).
    Fig 1: Front Splash Shield & Fasteners With Torque Specifications
    G08070911Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install the splash shield in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
    • Push the clips into place securely.
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