Get the Best Priced Chevrolet Equinox Grille

A grille covers an opening at the front of the vehicle and ensures that air freely flows into the engine. This ensures that the radiator and the engine are protected from extremely high temperatures. The grille can be positioned in several places depending on the model of the car and the preference of the owner. The positions include; the front of the bumper, in front of the wheels, in the cowl or on the rear deck.

Chevrolet Equinox Grille Replacement

Open the hood and remove the 6 plastic push clips that hold the plastic radiator shroud to the core and remove the plastic radiator shroud. Remove the 6 bolts securing the lower bumper cover to the inner fender liner and fender. Turn the wheels to allow for more room to remove the bolts. Remove the eight bolts securing the bottom of the bumper to the chassis on the front bumper. Detach the lower wiring harness clips securing the lower wiring harness to the bumper and gently pull back on the top of the assembly to access the rear of the grille assembly. Disconnect the fog light wiring harness and remove the 2 (10mm) securing the bumper to the chassis. Firmly grasp the side of the bumper by the fender and detach the bumper's end from its retaining clip. Do the same for the opposite side. Gently remove the front bumper with the help of an assistant by pulling it away from the front of the vehicle. Gently place the grille/bumper assembly on a soft surface face down and remove the plastic rivet located on the corners of the grille assembly that keep it secured to the bumper. Detach the 14 tabs securing the grille to the bumper and then detach the factory wiring harness clipped to the bumper. You can now gently separate the grille assembly from the bumper. Place the assembly down and trace a line along the edge of the inner grille. Carefully cut along the line using a cutting wheel and discard the inner grille assembly. Attach the new grille inset in the open grille assembly from front in and drill a 3/16 hole into the factory grill shell. Keep the tab well secured to the grille as you drill. Secure all the screws to the grille assembly and reattach the grille/bumper assembly back to the vehicle in the reverse order of removal.

Chevrolet Equinox Grille Replacement Costs

A Chevrolet Equinox Grille Replacement Cost is estimated between $88.99 and $265. The prices vary depending on the kind of grille the vehicle owner wants. These costs are exclusive of taxes and fees vary depending on the location and other fees.

Recalls

There have been 10 Chevrolet Equinox recalls between 2005 and 2017. The most recent recall was on 4th August 2016 for windshield wipers that stop working. This can result in reduced visibility and a crash. The recall number was 16V582000 and the affected cars were the Chevrolet Equinox model that was manufactured in 2013.

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