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      12-13-2014, 11:34 AM   #1
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Where to install grills side markers in Houston?

Can someone recommend a place to install aftermarket grills and side markers in Houston? I tried but couldn't get the OEMs off. Didn't dare to pull too hard. - Thx.
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      12-14-2014, 08:32 PM   #2
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Seriously just diy and take your time its so easy

As for shops? Idk anyone can do it, doesn't really matter
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      12-14-2014, 09:42 PM   #3
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This seriously is as easy as it gets... Look at the tabs on your replacement grills and take your time.

I assume you were able to successfully remove all the torx bits? From that point on, it's just as simple as using your fingers to "unclip" each of the retaining clips and work your way around the grill, pulling from the front with one hand, and unclipping with the other hand shoved down between the front bumper and the radiator support member.

It's seriously easy as pie. There's pretty much nothing you can do wrong. Just take your time and once you get one or two clips off, it's just a case of rinse and repeat.

With the side markers, you need to tape up the area all around the bits you're removing, and use their plastic tools to gain leverage. They're tough and stubborn, but the way the clips are designed, it's pretty much impossible to "break" them... They're just attached nice and securely. Don't be afraid to use a bit of force.
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      12-15-2014, 10:20 AM   #4
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Ok thanks. I was able to replace the side markers and the brake vent marker. Will to the grill next! Thanks.
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Quote:
"Originally Posted by Flashman666
After reading several DIY here and watching the video, I decided to try taking the grills out without removing the screws and flexing the bumper.

If you have the full grill replacement set, look where the clips are located. Reach into the grill on the car and click the tabs starting with the top left-most (outside of the left grill as you face the car) and work towards the center. If you give gentle pull pressure as you go, the top part of the assembly pops forward. Then do the side clips and finally the bottom. It all comes out easily. The second grill is even easier than the first as you can now easily get your hand behind the grill through the open side. Then just slip the new ones in. No need to remove the weather strip, screws, or play with the bumper."


I had failed before trying to follow the DIY video to remove the weather strip, the torx screws, and the bumper. Tonight I tried just go directly for the grills with bare hands and it worked!!!! It is easy! Thank you!
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