51 11... Removing and installing/replacing ornamental grille on bumper cover front left or right (Cooper JCW)

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove MOUNTING FOR FOG LIGHT

Removal:

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

Fig 1: Removing Ornamental Grille From Detents

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Installation:

NOTE: Detents (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Engage ornamental grille (1) in the detents (2).

Fig 2: Engaging Ornamental Grille In Detents

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