How to replace the Front Grille: 2009-2014 Ford F-150

Watch this video to learn how to replace the front grille on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150.

Replacing Front Grille on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150: What You Need

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Parts Checklist

• Grille Assembly
• Penetrating oil
• Grease

Tightening Torques

There are no tightening torques for this operation.

Tools Checklist

Here’s the toolbox we recommend to repair your Ford F-150: HM85 85 Piece Ratchet and Socket Set

List of tools:

• 10mm wrench
• Plastic fork
• Needle-nose pliers
• Ratchet
• 10mm socket

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Turn off the engine and engage the parking brake.

Step 2: Pull the hood release handle and open the hood.

Step 3: Locate eight screws and nuts holding the grille assembly. Use a 10mm wrench to unscrew them.

Step 4: Close the hood gently. Use a plastic fork to pry the top of the grille assembly, releasing four clips from the hood. These clips might break.

Step 5: Remove any remaining parts of broken clips from the hood using needle-nose pliers.

Step 6: Apply penetrating oil to retaining nuts holding the Ford emblem. Use a ratchet and 10mm socket to unscrew them.

Step 7: Take off the emblem. Put it onto the new grille assembly and screw it back in place.

Step 8: Apply a small amount of grease to hood openings where new clips will go.

Step 9: Put the new grille assembly onto the front. Press the top to lock clips in place.

Step 10: Open the hood. Screw the eight screws and nuts back onto the grille assembly.

Compatible Vehicles

The operation and tools displayed in the video should be available on the following vehicles:

• 2009 Ford F150
• 2010 Ford F150
• 2011 Ford F150
• 2012 Ford F150
• 2013 Ford F150
• 2014 Ford F150

Important Reminders

The clips attached to the hood always break during disassembly.

Grease the openings on the hood to make it easier to insert the clips of the new grille assembly.

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