Mudguard — Removal and Installation (Defender 2007+)

Removal

1.

WARNING: Ensure proper support is provided.

Raise the front of the car.

2. Remove the front wheel.

3. Place the jack under the bridge.

4. Remove the 6 screws securing the upper shock absorber cover to the engine compartment mudguard and remove the cover.

5. Unscrew the nut securing the shock absorber to the upper support bracket and remove the rubber bushing and 2 washers.



6. Unscrew the 4 nuts securing the shock absorber to the support bracket and remove the washers.

7. Remove the upper shock absorber cover.



8. Remove the 4 screws and 3 studs securing the wing splash guard to the engine compartment splash guard. Remove the wing splash guard.

Installation

1. Install the mudguard and secure it with screws and studs.

2. Install the shock absorber support bracket and tighten the nuts.

3. Install the shock absorber onto the support bracket, install the rubber bushing and washers and tighten the nut.

4. Install the shock absorber cover onto the engine compartment mudguard and secure with screws.

5. Install the wheel.

6. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.