Note. When removing components, use an upholstery tool kit or similar.
Don't scratch the body. Wear protective gloves.
1. Remove the front belt.
2. Take out the screws (A, B) and retainer C holding the front wheel arch tread D.
Retainer Locations
3. Carefully remove the front edge of the rear wheel housing A to release the hooks B.
4. Working from the bottom to the middle of the wheel arch, lift the clip part of the wheel arch tread with a special tool to disengage the clips (C, D).
Note. Be careful not to damage the painted area around the clip hole on the front fender while removing the clip. If a painted part is damaged, repair it with touch-up paint to protect the area from corrosion.
5. Gently pull out the rear edge of the rear wheel arch A to release the hooks B.
6. Working from the bottom to the middle of the wheel arch, lift up the clip part of the wheel arch tread with the special tool to disengage the clips.
Note. Be careful not to damage the painted area around the clip holes on the front fender while removing the clips. If a painted part is damaged, repair it with touch-up paint to protect the area from corrosion.
7. Install the wheel arch protector in the reverse order of removal, observing the following: check the clips for damage or load whitening and replace them if necessary.
Firmly press down on the latches and fasteners for a secure connection.