How to remove plastic grill mesh
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How to remove plastic grill mesh
I'm looking to replace my plastic grill mesh with the stainless wire, anybody know how to remove it or where I can find detailed instructions, without destroying it?
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It appears that if you remove the frame, you'll have access to the backside of the grill insert which has tabs that appear to hold it in. The tricky part would seem to be how to release/bend the tabs enuf to allow the insert to be removed. Maybe several friends working together. Bear in mind that this is conjecture as I've never done it, just an observation I made when I was looking for a billet grill. Finally went w/ a bolt-over which worked fine as the early '07s didn't have the chrome inserts.
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It appears that if you remove the frame, you'll have access to the backside of the grill insert which has tabs that appear to hold it in. The tricky part would seem to be how to release/bend the tabs enuf to allow the insert to be removed. Maybe several friends working together. Bear in mind that this is conjecture as I've never done it, just an observation I made when I was looking for a billet grill. Finally went w/ a bolt-over which worked fine as the early '07s didn't have the chrome inserts.
If its like what I had on my Titan I may just have to go with an insert....
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2007 Chevrolet Tahoe - 2WD | Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon (VIN C/K) Service Manual | Body Hardware and Trim | Exterior Trim | Repair Instructions | Document ID: 1698643
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Fascia Grille Replacement (Suburban, Tahoe)
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
1
Grille Screws
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)
2
Grille Clips
3
Grille Assembly
Tip
Release the tabs securing the grille.
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe - 2WD | Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon (VIN C/K) Service Manual | Body Hardware and Trim | Exterior Trim | Repair Instructions | Document ID: 1758502
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Front Bumper Fascia Replacement/removal (Tahoe)
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front wheelhouse liners. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side and Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side .
1
Front Fender Bracket Bolt (Qty: 4)
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
7 N·m (62 lb in)
2
Front Fascia To Impact Bar Brace Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tighten
10 N·m (89 lb in)
3
Front Fascia To Radiator Core Support Bolt (Qty: 6)
Tighten
6 N·m (53 lb in)
4
Front Fascia
Procedure
Disconnect any electrical connector.
Transfer parts as needed.
© 2011 General Motors Corporation. All rights reserved.
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Fascia Grille Replacement (Suburban, Tahoe)
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
1
Grille Screws
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)
2
Grille Clips
3
Grille Assembly
Tip
Release the tabs securing the grille.
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe - 2WD | Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon (VIN C/K) Service Manual | Body Hardware and Trim | Exterior Trim | Repair Instructions | Document ID: 1758502
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Front Bumper Fascia Replacement/removal (Tahoe)
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front wheelhouse liners. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side and Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side .
1
Front Fender Bracket Bolt (Qty: 4)
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
7 N·m (62 lb in)
2
Front Fascia To Impact Bar Brace Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tighten
10 N·m (89 lb in)
3
Front Fascia To Radiator Core Support Bolt (Qty: 6)
Tighten
6 N·m (53 lb in)
4
Front Fascia
Procedure
Disconnect any electrical connector.
Transfer parts as needed.
© 2011 General Motors Corporation. All rights reserved.
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