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Grille: Service and Repair


Radiator Grill, Removing and Installing





1 Radiator grill
Single piece grille with integral trim panel.
Material: ASA

Removing:
- Remove screws -A-.

- Unlock lower catches -B- with screwdriver.

- Unlock remaining catches -C-.

- Using both hands (arrows) pull radiator grill upward away from lock carrier.

- Insert small tool into holes -A-, press on catches -D- and remove, remove radiator grill.

Installing:
- Align radiator grill with center positioner (white arrow).

- Install catches -C-, -B- and -D-.

- Install and tighten screws -A-.

2 VW, emblem
Clipped in radiator grill.

CAUTION! Remove and install the radiator grille -1- and the VW emblem -2- very carefully to avoid damaging the paint finish.