Radiator Grille - Removal
Group: 66Number: 93-02
Date: June 30, 1993
Subject:
Radiator Grille Removing
Model(s):
Golf III/Jetta III
Condition
Upper grille retaining tabs fit very tightly into sheet metal and could be broken during grille removal.
Service
Follow this procedure when removing radiator grille.
- Prop open hood
- Remove three grille retaining screws from top of grille
- Carefully insert flat blade screwdriver between grille trim and bumper cover (below each headlight) and pry up retaining tab.
- Gently pull bottom of grille up and forward to release from sheet metal
- Press down retaining tabs (4) with flat blade screwdriver and pull grille forward to release from sheet metal.
CAUTION
Only push retaining tab down far enough to release grille from sheet metal. If tab is pressed down too far it could break and radiator grille will have to be replaced.