How to Replace Front Inner Wheel Well Liner 98-12 Ford Ranger
Difficulty: Beginner · About 3 min · Ford Ranger
Replace the front inner wheel-well liner on a 1998–2012 Ford Ranger, restoring vacuum lines, mud-flap hardware, and the wheel after the liner is secured.
Tools you will need
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- 5.5mm Socket
- 7mm Socket
- 8mm Socket
- 19mm Socket
- Jack Stands
- Floor Jack
- Torque Wrench
Parts and supplies
- Compatible front wheel-well liner, if damaged
- Replacement liner retainers, if needed
Steps
Remove and support the wheel
Loosen the lug nuts with the truck on the ground, then raise and support it securely on stands. Remove the wheel and keep any locking key with the vehicle.
Remove the old liner
Release the mud-flap and liner fasteners, including clips behind the fender edge. Disconnect any vacuum lines attached to the reservoir before lifting the liner out.
Install the replacement liner
Reconnect the vacuum lines and position the liner within the fender. Fit its outer edge into the body channel, then reinstall the liner and mud-flap fasteners.
Reinstall wheel and inspect
Mount the wheel and hand-start each lug nut. Lower the vehicle and tighten the nuts in a crossing pattern to specification, then verify the liner clears the tire through steering travel.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.