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2012 grille removal for headlight access

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by clipdestroyer, Apr 17, 2021.

  1. Apr 17, 2021 at 9:53 AM
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    clipdestroyer

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    I'm pretty sure I'm going insane. There are multiple threads explaining how to do this but my truck is not cooperating. The clips holding my grill on are either permanent or I don't have the same grill as everyone else. How did you guys the six clips on the bottom off or is it just the two flat clips on the sides. I'm going insane over here.
     
    clipdestroyer, Apr 17, 2021
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  2. Apr 17, 2021 at 9:55 AM
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    anthony250f

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    Pull hard
     
    anthony250f, Apr 17, 2021
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    6 gearT444E and gotoman1969 like this.
  3. Apr 17, 2021 at 12:14 PM
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    Island Cruiser

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    Pull the bottom clips up a bit and push out(away from the truck). It helps to start from one side and work your way to the other side.

    Edit: I like your username btw lol!!
     
    Island Cruiser, Apr 17, 2021
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