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Replacing Front Grilles on BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 F31, F30 - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Grille

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Want to remove the front grilles from your BMW 3 Series? Let's see how to take them off from above the front bumper. Lift the hood after unlocking it and check if you can release the grilles from inside.

Disconnect the retaining clips located on the sides of the plastic grille. Remove the grille after unlocking all the clips.

To proceed with the installation: secure the grille onto the bumper and tighten all the clips around its perimeter. Remove the second grille in the same way as the first.

Close the hood after installing the parts.


Updated on 2 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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