Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to Remove the Grille of a Ford Focus

Model: Ford Focus MK 3 - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Trim cover

See other generations:
This video is currently unavailable

In this guide, learn how to remove the central grille located in the front bumper of a Ford Focus. Prepare to remove the plastic grille.

Unscrew the pins securing the grille with a socket spanner (if present on your model); use a plastic trim tool to pry between the grille and the bumper until it detaches from its housing. Once the grille is released, remove it from the bumper and fit a new one. Reassemble the grille in the bumper by pressing it into place and securing it. Check that all parts are correctly fitted.


Updated on 13 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Ford Focus (1998-2004 / MK 1) This brief tutorial shows how to remove the radiator grille from a Ford Focus. After opening the bonnet, remove the four screws that secure the plast…
Ford Focus (2011-2018 / MK 3) Want to replace the central air grille on your vehicle? Here’s how to remove the front bumper grille on a Ford Focus: using a plastic lever or screwd…
Ford Focus (1998-2004 / MK 1) Let's see how to replace the lower grille of the Ford Focus: we access it from under the bumper: we need to remove the fog lights by looking for the …

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Remove the Rear Seat of a Hyundai Tucson?

To remove the rear seat of a Hyundai Tucson, follow these steps. Start by moving the front seats to their most forward position to gain space. Next, locate the release lever on the underside of the rear seat, near the floor. Press this lever down while pulling the seat upwards to unlock it from the anchor pins. Once unlocked, tilt the seat upwards and forwards to remove it from its position. Repeat this process for both sides of the rear seat. Be careful of any electrical cables or components that may be connected to the seat during removal. Once the rear seat is removed, the disassembly is complete.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos