Fenders for Chevrolet HHR
One of the most notable features of your Chevrolet HHR is its unique exterior styling. In order to maintain this signature look, several different components have to come together to provide that "wow" factor that occurs when you arrive at your destination. One of these important components is the fenders on your HHR, so its important to keep them looking great for the life of your vehicle.
What are the features of a Chevrolet HHR fender?Being able to appreciate the unique features of the fenders on your HHR is a great way to ensure you keep it in tip-top shape.
- Unmistakable Design: The aggressive curves on the front fenders of the HHR set it apart from other vehicles. Standing lower than the hood and swooping out to form the wheel wells, the HHR gains its unique hot rod appearance.
- Easy Replacement: With a handful of high-strength bolts holding the fender in place, replacement of the HHRs fender is an easy-to-complete task.
- Aerodynamic Lines: With its wide stance, the fender quickly fades back into the body of the vehicle, providing clean aerodynamic lines to improve fuel economy.
Given its crucial role in the style, safety, and functionality of the vehicle, the fender of the Chevrolet HHR is not often customized. Since it can’t be generalized, there are no aftermarket fenders available for the Chevrolet HHR. However, there are plenty of new original equipment manufacturer fenders available, as well as second-hand fenders, which can be obtained from donor HHRs, should you need to replace your cars fender.
How do you replace the fender on a Chevrolet HHR?Replacing your Chevrolets HHR fender, as mentioned, is a fairly basic process, thanks to its smart modular design. With the right tools, youll be able to have your vehicle looking great again in no time. Follow the steps below for a simple, seamless replacement.
- First, remove the wheel in the fender you need to replace to allow for easier access to the bolts that attach the fender to the main body.
- Second, remove the bolts holding the fender to the body, both around the hood line and in the wheel well.
- Third, line up the new fender with all the attachment points, and re-install one bolt above and one bolt below the fender.
- Fourth, re-install the remaining bolts around the fender, alternating from above to below the fender to ensure even weight distribution.
- Finally, re-install the wheel, and then pull on the fender using even, consistent pressure to ensure a tight fit.