I replaced the fenders on my 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport. I pulled some extra screws (I can't remember where they go). Please help me, as I am going crazy trying to replay my repair process. I have searched forums and the Jeep itself for hours, but I can't remember where they went. I know I should have recorded where they came from, but I got a lot going on right now. I'm trying to do too much, while taking care of a mother with Alzheimer's. Please see pics. They look like the screws that attach my bumper end caps, but those are installed. I have 4 of them loose and the fenders are installed.

 

Thinking at the very bottom of the fender near the door.
This is a shot of a bracket installed for the factory running boards but the screws are still there without this option.

 

Thanks for the reply. Where is that? Is that where the fender attaches to the body? I already have those attached. I looked under my Jeep and could not find any other place for screws.

 

I think there are also a couple of those on the core support.

 

Yep. Top of core support, hood safety latch and top of fender (although mine are body colored)

 

Thanks, I got those installed already too. I am still at a loss.

 

I know my pics are not the best, but the torx screws I am referencing do not have a washer. They are pan headed and 1 piece.

 

If OP only replaced the fenders they're not likely to be from the core support.

They look like the ones along the rain channel & down the trailing edge but if the wrong bolts/screws have been used where these belong it's going to be really difficult to sort out this puzzle.

What I don't understand is how the empty holes aren't obvious as there aren't many holding a fender on & even the ones Ralph suggested aren't exactly hidden.

 

You are 100% correct. All bolts/fasteners related to fender removal are back in their place. I pulled 4 screws that are not necessary for the repair. For the life of me, I can't find where they go now. I think they came out near the header panel.

Thanks everyone. I appreciate all of the feedback. p.s. all bolts are stock and in the original position. This Jeep only has 50,000 miles. My dad was the original owner.

 

Maybe somewhere behind the headlight assembly?