Radiator grille, removing and installing

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Assembly overview

Fig 1: Radiator Grill, Assembly Overview

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1 - Bumper cover

2 - Radiator grille

Bumper cover removed

3 - Trim for radiator grille

4 - License plate holder

To disassemble from rear side, unclip from radiator grille

Fig 2: Removing Radiator Grille

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Removing radiator grille

Bumper cover removed
Unscrew bolts - arrows - around edge and pull radiator grille from bumper cover.
When installing, tighten bolts to 1.5 Nm.

Fig 3: Removing Panel For Fog Lights

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Removing panel for fog lights

Disengage locking mechanisms - arrows - and pull off panel toward vehicle interior.

Fig 4: Disengaging Fog Lights Locking Mechanisms

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Fog lights removed.

Disengage locking mechanisms - arrows - and pull off panel toward outside.

Fig 5: Disengaging Covers Locking Mechanisms

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Covers are divided into two parts.

Disengage locking mechanisms - arrows - and pull off cover toward outside.