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Cowl Moulding / Trim: Service and Repair




Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement Service and Repair.
2. Remove the plenum-to-hood seal. Refer to Seal Replacement - Plenum to Hood Seal Replacement - Plenum to Hood.
3. Remove the windshield washer hose. Refer to Windshield Washer Hose Replacement Service and Repair.
4. Remove the push-pin fasteners from the air inlet grille panel.
5. Remove the air inlet grille panel from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the air inlet grille panel to the vehicle. Ensure that the lace molding is laying properly on the lower edge of the windshield.
2. Install the plenum-to-hood seal. Refer to Seal Replacement - Plenum to Hood Seal Replacement - Plenum to Hood.
3. Install the push-pin fasteners to the air inlet grille panel.
4. Connect the windshield washer hose. Refer to Windshield Washer Hose Replacement Service and Repair.
5. Install the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement Service and Repair.