Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Front Grille Replacement




Front Grille Replacement

Grille Replacement

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front bumper.

1. Remove these items:
- Front bulkhead cover Service and Repair

- Front bumper Front Bumper

2. Detach the clips, then remove the front grille (A) from the front bumper (B).

3. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

- Push the clips into place securely.





Molding Replacement

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front grille.

1. Remove the front grille.

2. From behind the grille, remove the screws, then remove the front grille emblem base (A) from the front grille base (B).






3. If necessary, remove the screw, and release the hooks (A), then remove the emblem backplate (B) from the front grille emblem base (C).






4. Remove the screws, then remove the front grille molding (A) from the front grille base (B).

5. Install the moldings in the reverse order of removal.