Remove/install radiator grille - AR88.40-P-4001SC

MODEL 216 as of model year 2011 

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Grille Remove/Install Components

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	Remove/install
1	Unclip cover (1) from radiator grille (3)	For this purpose carefully push back catch hook (2) with suitable tool, lift cover (1) and extend toward rear. Removal of the cover improves the view when unclipping the lower catch hook (5).
2	Unscrew bolts (4) from radiator grille (3)
3	Mask radiator grille (3) in contact area of bumper with suitable adhesive tape
4	Create gap with assembly wedge (6) to insert extraction hook (7)	Carefully install assembly wedge (6). Danger of damaging bumper by scratching surface.
		Mounting wedge	Fig 2
		Pulling hook	Fig 3
5	Unclip lower catch tabs (5) from rear with extraction hook (7) (arrows)	Ensure that catch hook is seated correctly.
6	Carefully extend radiator grille (3) toward front
7	Install in the reverse order

Fig 2: Identifying Mounting Wedge (110 589 03 59 00)

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Fig 3: Identifying Pulling Hook (140 589 02 33 00)

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