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For Some Models

NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front bumper.
  1. Remove the front grille cover (see FRONT GRILLE COVER REPLACEMENT  ).
  2. Remove the front grille (A).
    1. Remove the screws and the clips.
    2. Release the hooks (B) on the grille from the front bumper (C), and pull the grille out to release the ribs (D) from the front bumper groove (E).
      Fig 1: Identifying Front Grille, Ribs, Hooks & Front Bumper Groove
      G05959697Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    NOTE: To release the clips, pry up on the center pin at the notch (F).
  3. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and replace them with new one.
    • Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.


NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front bumper.
  1. Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
  2. Remove the screws, then remove remove the cooling guide (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Front Grille Cooling Guide
    G00509493Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Remove the front grille (A).
    1. Remove the clips.
    2. Release the hooks (B) on the grille from the front bumper (C), and pull the grille from the front bumper.
      NOTE: To release the clips, pry up on the center pin at the notch (D).
      Fig 2: Identifying Front Grille, Ribs, Hooks & Front Bumper Groove
      G00509494Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    NOTE: To release the clips, pry up on the center pin at the notch (F).
  4. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new one.
    • Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.
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