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I am considering replacing the fender on the driver's side of my vehicle and am contemplating doing the task myself. I own the substitute fender prepared, but, I am uncertain about the procedure for detaching the existing one.

Does anybody know the most optimal method to do this task, and is it necessary to detach the sideskirt? Are there any fasteners that I need to remove from the inside of the door frame?

Thank you.

Although it is burdensome, I would personally do the task. Upon reviewing the instructions, I am uncertain about the process of cutting and pasting them. However, QSilver may provide a response. However, it is necessary to detach the door sill, the rocker panel (side skirt), the side marker, the wheel well liner, the assorted black plastic trim panels under the hood, and the front bumper. Subsequently, you may detach the fasteners securing the fender.

When seeking assistance from the community about a task as specific as removing a fender, it is important to provide sufficient details for anybody who want to offer their help.

As an example, the only piece of information we had about the automobile is that the original poster has a 640d GC. The process of removing the fender may vary somewhat according on the construction year (pre-LCI or LCI) and if the vehicle has park assist sensors in the fender area or not.

Here is a simple procedure for removing the left fender. The process for removing the right fender would be the same.As no information on the build date or model year was provided...I chose the pre-LCI version. Once again, it is evident that some articles are being preliminarily removed...However, if the directions for removing the fender are feasible for the original poster (OP), then the first steps should be straightforward to comprehend.

Thank you.

I own a British automobile manufactured in 2015. Lack of park assist feature.

Upon inspecting the interior of the door frame, I have seen the presence of a foam lining. Additionally, I have noticed the existence of screws under the foam lining, which seem to be quite difficult to access, particularly the bottom one. I am encountering difficulty in accessing this area, and I am wondering whether it is essential to remove the sideskirt or if I can get the required screws by removing the wheel arch liner.

Thank you.

In order to detach the side skirt, is it necessary to remove the door sill? Is it necessary to remove any screws located below the car?

The information provided in the PRELIMINARY TASKS links does not include any instructions for removing components from beneath the vehicle, other for the two bolts that have previously been discussed. If you are referring to the wheel arch components, then that may be a different matter. There is no mention of removing any components from the side skirts.

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