Grille: Service and Repair

Front Grille Replacement

'04-09 Models

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front bumper.

1. Remove the front bumper.
- Except CR model Front Bumper Removal/Installation (Except CR model)

- CR model Front Bumper Removal/Installation (CR model)

2. Remove the clip securing the license plate base (A).






3. From the back of the front bumper (A), release the speed nuts securing the front bumper grille (B) by using pliers (C) as shown.






Speed nut removal





4. Pull the top edge of the grille (A) out to release the pins (B) of the front bumper (C), and then release the tabs (D) on both sides. Release the double-sided adhesive tape (E) and the pins (F), then remove the grille from the bumper.






5. Remove the bolt, then remove the license plate base bracket (A) from the grille (B).

6. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Before installing the grille, clean the grille bonding surface with isopropyl alcohol, and apply primer.

- Before installing the grille, scrape off the double-sided adhesive tape, then clean the front bumper surface with isopropyl alcohol, and attach new double-sided adhesive tape to the bumper.





- After installing the grille to the bumper, press the double-sided adhesive tape portions securely.

- Replace the speed nuts with new ones.