Grille Replacement

Grille Replacement (Cadillac)

Removal Procedure

1. For diesel only, remove the winter cover, if equipped and installed.




2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the push-pin retainers from the upper grille baffle.
4. Remove the upper grille baffle from the vehicle.




5. Remove the grille retaining screw (1).
6. Pull on the top corners of the grille in order to release the retaining clips (2) from the mounting surface.
7. Rotate the top part of the grille slightly in order to release the lower tabs. Lift the grille from the belt loops.
8. Remove the grille from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Insert the grille lower tabs into the belt loops in the lamp support bracket.
2. Press in the retaining clips (2) in order to secure the grille to the lamp support bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the grille retainer screw (1).

Tighten the grille retainer screw to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




4. Install the upper grille baffle to the vehicle.
5. Install the push-pin retainers.
6. For diesel only, install the winter cover, if removed.
7. Close the hood.