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05-07-13, 06:09 PM
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I have an'09 is250 and somehow something/someone pushed the chrome surround in about 1/16th an inch on about 4 inches wide on the passenger side without scratching the chrome or bending anything else (I don't have a clue, it's amazing ), the only thing pushed in is the surround, missed the hood and grille center piece. What exactly is the surround made of ( pot metal or what?) and can I get behind it and push it out without breaking it? Thanks in advance for any info., you guys are the best for DIYers
09-11-14, 08:41 PM
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Somewhat new to this forum as I purchased a certified 2011 IS350 and wanted to change the upper stock grille to the F-sport grille. Purchased the F-sport insert from Sewell and used this DIY guide. This was an excellent write-up. Thanks to the OP and the many helpful replies! I felt very confident going into the process after reading this thread.
Note: On the 2011 grille, there are screws that attached the insert to the chrome surround. I was surprised to see that but it wasn't a problem, just a few extra steps. Hands down, this forum is the best resource for your lex - no question.
Note: On the 2011 grille, there are screws that attached the insert to the chrome surround. I was surprised to see that but it wasn't a problem, just a few extra steps. Hands down, this forum is the best resource for your lex - no question.
09-22-14, 07:33 PM
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Adding to the DIY:
I just installed my IS-F (replica) grille from Ebay. The fit is perfect and install took about 10 mins. And...you DO NOT have to remove the chrome surround to install! Once I removed the clips and 10mm screw from the top, I pulled off the weatherstripping that wasn't attached to the grille. There are 2 little pins on each side that come out. They came off easy. If they pull out of the weatherstripping, they go right back in with no problem. I then reached down and pushed the tabs that are on the side and bottom of the OEM insert. Once the tabs were loose, I just pushed the insert in toward the radiator and it came out. I then placed the new grille insert into the chrome surround from the back side and it snapped into place. There is no need what so ever to pull the chrome surround out unless your replacing the whole thing.
I just installed my IS-F (replica) grille from Ebay. The fit is perfect and install took about 10 mins. And...you DO NOT have to remove the chrome surround to install! Once I removed the clips and 10mm screw from the top, I pulled off the weatherstripping that wasn't attached to the grille. There are 2 little pins on each side that come out. They came off easy. If they pull out of the weatherstripping, they go right back in with no problem. I then reached down and pushed the tabs that are on the side and bottom of the OEM insert. Once the tabs were loose, I just pushed the insert in toward the radiator and it came out. I then placed the new grille insert into the chrome surround from the back side and it snapped into place. There is no need what so ever to pull the chrome surround out unless your replacing the whole thing.
06-07-16, 02:41 PM
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Seems like the perfect subject matter for How-To Tuesday...
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09-30-17, 06:58 AM
#54
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Yup, can confirm again that you don't need to remove chrome bezel or weatherstrip.
Just tug the bottom tabs out, the hard part was the two long tabs on the sides. Had to yank hard to pry those out. After that wiggle the old grille out and repeat backwards to put the new one in.
Just tug the bottom tabs out, the hard part was the two long tabs on the sides. Had to yank hard to pry those out. After that wiggle the old grille out and repeat backwards to put the new one in.
05-22-18, 07:20 PM
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sorry for digging this thread ... can somebody confirm that you can install the f sport grill (53112-53140) on is250 2010 without touching the chrome bezel and weather strips ? Can I use the same method above
"Yup, can confirm again that you don't need to remove chrome bezel or weatherstrip.
Just tug the bottom tabs out, the hard part was the two long tabs on the sides. Had to yank hard to pry those out. After that wiggle the old grille out and repeat backwards to put the new one in."
thanks to all....
"Yup, can confirm again that you don't need to remove chrome bezel or weatherstrip.
Just tug the bottom tabs out, the hard part was the two long tabs on the sides. Had to yank hard to pry those out. After that wiggle the old grille out and repeat backwards to put the new one in."
thanks to all....
01-09-20, 09:37 PM
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sorry for digging this thread ... can somebody confirm that you can install the f sport grill (53112-53140) on is250 2010 without touching the chrome bezel and weather strips ? Can I use the same method above
"Yup, can confirm again that you don't need to remove chrome bezel or weatherstrip.
Just tug the bottom tabs out, the hard part was the two long tabs on the sides. Had to yank hard to pry those out. After that wiggle the old grille out and repeat backwards to put the new one in."
thanks to all....
"Yup, can confirm again that you don't need to remove chrome bezel or weatherstrip.
Just tug the bottom tabs out, the hard part was the two long tabs on the sides. Had to yank hard to pry those out. After that wiggle the old grille out and repeat backwards to put the new one in."
thanks to all....
01-10-20, 06:02 PM
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IS-F is totally different design and bumper.
01-10-20, 08:50 PM
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nope. the 2009-2010 was a one off bumper design that didn't have a good F sport grill or aftermarket options. The 2011+ can use the OEM Fsport grills or aftermarket. The 06-08 have alot of aftermarket options. the 09-10 got screwed.
IS-F is totally different design and bumper.
IS-F is totally different design and bumper.
11-28-20, 03:22 PM
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First off I apologize if I've made a party foul with my bump/hijack of an old thread. This was the closest I found searching this forum.
I've completed this procedure but for the 08 IS250 (and I'd assume other early 2gen years) you do have to remove the chrome surround first. Everything comes out from the front. Nothing can be removed by pushing it closer to the radiator. The inner grille is installed from the front and fits into the bumper/surround through slots in it. The chrome surround is then inserted into the slots meant for it in the bumper and holds in the inner grille in place along with the 10mm bolt and the four large clips.
Now for my question. When I was removing the weatherstrip I damaged about half the clips that hold it down. I can't find anybody that sells those little plastic clips and I'm searching for them. I was able to carefully pull away the weatherstrip without tearing it for the stubborn clips. Can any of you let me know where I can buy them?
Thank you,
Jeffrey
I've completed this procedure but for the 08 IS250 (and I'd assume other early 2gen years) you do have to remove the chrome surround first. Everything comes out from the front. Nothing can be removed by pushing it closer to the radiator. The inner grille is installed from the front and fits into the bumper/surround through slots in it. The chrome surround is then inserted into the slots meant for it in the bumper and holds in the inner grille in place along with the 10mm bolt and the four large clips.
Now for my question. When I was removing the weatherstrip I damaged about half the clips that hold it down. I can't find anybody that sells those little plastic clips and I'm searching for them. I was able to carefully pull away the weatherstrip without tearing it for the stubborn clips. Can any of you let me know where I can buy them?
Thank you,
Jeffrey
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11-28-20, 06:38 PM
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First off I apologize if I've made a party foul with my bump/hijack of an old thread. This was the closest I found searching this forum.
I've completed this procedure but for the 08 IS250 (and I'd assume other early 2gen years) you do have to remove the chrome surround first. Everything comes out from the front. Nothing can be removed by pushing it closer to the radiator. The inner grille is installed from the front and fits into the bumper/surround through slots in it. The chrome surround is then inserted into the slots meant for it in the bumper and holds in the inner grille in place along with the 10mm bolt and the four large clips.
Now for my question. When I was removing the weatherstrip I damaged about half the clips that hold it down. I can't find anybody that sells those little plastic clips and I'm searching for them. I was able to carefully pull away the weatherstrip without tearing it for the stubborn clips. Can any of you let me know where I can buy them?
Thank you,
Jeffrey
I've completed this procedure but for the 08 IS250 (and I'd assume other early 2gen years) you do have to remove the chrome surround first. Everything comes out from the front. Nothing can be removed by pushing it closer to the radiator. The inner grille is installed from the front and fits into the bumper/surround through slots in it. The chrome surround is then inserted into the slots meant for it in the bumper and holds in the inner grille in place along with the 10mm bolt and the four large clips.
Now for my question. When I was removing the weatherstrip I damaged about half the clips that hold it down. I can't find anybody that sells those little plastic clips and I'm searching for them. I was able to carefully pull away the weatherstrip without tearing it for the stubborn clips. Can any of you let me know where I can buy them?
Thank you,
Jeffrey