2009-2011 Accessory Grille

[americanpolice]

Hi Everyone,

I'm in the process of purchasing a Pilot and was debating if I should have the dealer throw in the accessory grille as part of the deal.

I was reading the installation instructions and it says the bumper needs to be removed and for some reason something has to be shaved.

My concern is obviously removing and reinstalling the bumper and achieving that clean, factory look.

Has anyone here had the accessory grille installed and any concerns with gaps or finish after the dealer reinstalled everything?

[69cuda340s]

Old post above, but I put the grill on myself and the bumper snapped right back into place can't even tell it was ever removed.

[sambub]

Great! Please post some pics.

[andrew a.]

You don't have to remove the bumper. I was able to replace the center grill myself. See pics in my garage.

[jeproks]

Originally Posted by andrew a.

You don't have to remove the bumper. I was able to replace the center grill myself. See pics in my garage.

How did you do it without removing the bumper? Just bought the grille and installing it this weekend.

[andrew a.]

Originally Posted by jeproks

How did you do it without removing the bumper? Just bought the grille and installing it this weekend.

http://www.handa-accessories.com/pilot/09grille.pdf

See above link from Handa website. I skipped steps #2 and #12. You can reach the 5 retaining clips that hold the center grill without removing the bumper. Note that the clips are inverted, so be careful not to drop them inside the bumper, just take your sweet time. It's a doable job

[jeproks]

Originally Posted by andrew a.

I skipped steps #2 and #12. You can reach the 5 retaining clips that hold the center grill without removing the bumper. Note that the clips are inverted, so be careful not to drop them inside the bumper, just take your sweet time. It's a doable job

It was doable but if I have to do it all over again, I will just remove the bumper. It's easier and I won't loose 2 clips

About the clips. I called the dealer and was quoted $6 each MSRP on the freaking clips is $3.20 Anyways, I ordered 20 pcs. on ebay for $4.69 shipped

Here's a pic I took after installing it today.

[jkdempz]

Nice work! Looks good.

[andrew a.]

I'd say it looks sweet , great job!!!

It was easier for me not to remove the bumper. After owning two Odysseys and removing the front bumpers on each of them because I had to install a gutter guard (to protect the A/C condenser from rock chips), I knew what I was going to do on my Pilot. Although the clips holding the grill was inverted, I was able to catch them one by one.

But your pain is well worth it...big difference on your Pilot!

[1YESfan]

Looks sweet! :-)

Since you are right around the corner, an expert installer now and you just happen to have all those extra clips lying around, jeproks, I'll give you a call if and when I order my grill so you can help me install mine. ;-)

[andrew a.]

I'd be willing to help out if you'll sponsor my plane tickets

[1YESfan]

Check's in the mail. ;-)