Bumper Grill

HOW TO IDENTIFY FAILURES OF BUMPER COVERS AND GRILLES

You can detect the parts malfunction visually. If the grilles or covers are warped or there are cracks, deep scratches and other mechanical damage, the part requires replacement. If the covers are not securely fit, their useful life is also likely to be reaching its limit.

THE CAUSES OF BUMPER COVERS AND GRILLES FAILURE

The major cause of bumper covers and grillesbreakage is mechanical damage. The grill can be warped or cracked because of hitting it by stones or other foreign objects during driving, and also due to collisions with parking posts, too high curbs or other obstacles.

Besides, the breakdown cause may be low quality of the fasteners. The clips that secure the part can crack, and it will be loosely fit or just drop out while driving.

REPLACEMENT OF BUMPER COVERS AND GRILLES

You can carry out the part replacement on your own. They are typically fastened with latches and clips, so removing and mounting grills and covers do not require special skills and equipment. In some cases grilles are additionally secured with bolts. Generally, for replacement you have to press the clips, unscrew the fasteners if necessary, then dismantle the defective part, and replace it with a new one.