RADIATOR GRILLE (for 2GR-FE): Removal

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REMOVE HOOD TO RADIATOR GRILLE SEAL (See REMOVAL ).
REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the 4 bolts and 4 nuts.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Grille Sub-Assembly Bolts And Nuts
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2. Detach the 6 claws and remove the radiator grille.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Radiator Grille Sub-Assembly Claws
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REMOVE NO. 1 RADIATOR GRILLE LOWER
1. Detach the 16 claws and remove the radiator grille.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Radiator Grille Lower Claws
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REMOVE NO. 2 RADIATOR GRILLE LOWER
1. Detach the 16 claws and remove the radiator grille.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Radiator Grille Claws
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