Removing the left and right ornamental grille on the front bumper cover laterally

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Remove the ornamental grille from the front bumper cover laterally

Unclip and remove cover (1) of the air inlet from the detents (2).

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Loosen screws (2).
Loosen wiring harness from the clamp connections (1).
Release and remove air duct (3) from the detents (4).

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Disconnect the connector (1).
Release and remove ornamental grille (2) from the detents (3).

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Slightly spread the detents (1) and guide out the ultrasonic sensor (2).

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