Grille Installation Instruction
Part#: R76904T | Application: For 2006-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | Rev. 130501
Parts List
| Item | QTY | Part Name | Description | Item | QTY | Part Name | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Mesh Grille | Stainless steel | 5 | 2 | Flat Washer | 6.4x18x1.6 |
| 2 | 2 | Bracket | / | 6 | 6 | Hex Bolts | M4x20 |
| 3 | 2 | Hex Bolts | M6x20 | 7 | 6 | Lock Nuts | M4 |
| 4 | 2 | Lock washer | / |
Install Notes: Overlay X | Replacement ✓ | Drill ✓ | Cut ✓
Installation Steps
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Step 1
Open the hood and remove the four 10mm factory bolts, two each side at the top corner of the grille. Use a grease pencil to mark the bottom edge of the grill (see dashed line).
Illustration: A person is shown marking the bottom edge of the grille with a grease pencil after opening the hood.
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Step 2
Once the top bolts are removed, push down on the sides of the factory grille where it aligns with the front fenders to release the side retaining clips.
Illustration: A hand is shown pushing down on the side of the factory grille to release retaining clips.
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Step 3
Pull the grille towards you slightly to clear the side retainers and lift the grille straight up to remove.
Illustration: A person is shown pulling the grille away from the vehicle to remove it.
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Step 4
Use masking tape to tape up the edges of the fender and 1/4’’ inside the edge of the grille opening flat or semi-gloss black prior to mesh or grille installation.
Illustration: Masking tape is applied to the fender and grille opening edges.
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Step 5
Cut out, align and tape the supplied hole location template onto the bumper cover, making sure you slide the template as far back as it will go. Use an awl or similar pointed tool to mark the hole location onto the bumper cover. Remove the template, flip the template over and mark the hole on the opposite side.
Illustration: A template is taped to the bumper cover, and a hole location is being marked with an awl.
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Step 6
Use a 1/8" (1.25") drill bit to drill the marks made in the previous step, then use the drill bit to connect the holes, making a mounting "slots" for slight left to right adjustments.
Illustration: A drill is used to create slots at the marked locations on the bumper cover.
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Step 7
Use a small piece of masking tape to hold the supplied 1/6" alignment shims over the upper mounting holes (where shown). The tape will keep the shims in place during upper mesh grille alignment.
Illustration: Alignment shims are taped in place over the upper mounting holes.
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Step 8
Align the upper grille into place, making sure the mounting pins across the bottom of the mesh grille fit into the slots drilled in the bumper cover.
Illustration: The mesh grille is being aligned with the bumper cover, with pins fitting into drilled slots.
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Step 9
Install the supplied flat washers, lock washer and M6x20 metric bolts and hang tighten.
Illustration: Flat washers, lock washers, and bolts are being installed on the grille.
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Step 10
Close the hood and check for alignment between the hood and the top of mesh frame. If the grille is properly aligned, remove the tape securing the shims and tighten the bolts.
Illustration: The hood is closed to check alignment, and bolts are being tightened.
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Step 11
Installation completed!!!
Illustration: N/A
The instruction here is for your reference only. You may need to bend the grille a little bit to adjust to fit. APS strongly recommends professional installation for best results. APS is not responsible for any damage caused by the installation. Thank you for choosing APS products!
