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2004 Honda S2000 L4-2.2L
Grille: Service and Repair
2004 Honda S2000 L4-2.2LSECTION Service and Repair
Front Grille Replacement
04-07 Models
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front bumper.
1. Remove the front bumper.
2. Remove the clip securing the license plate base (A).
3. From the back of the front bumper (A), release the speed nuts securing the front bumper grille (B) by using pliers (C) as shown.
4. Pull the top edge of the grille (A) out to release the pins (B) of the front bumper (C), and then release the tabs (D) on both sides, and release the double-sided adhesive tape (E) and pins (F), then remove the grille from the bumper.
5. Remove the bolt, then remove the license plate base bracket (A) from the grille (B).
6. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Before installing the grille, clean the grille bonding surface with alcohol, and apply primer.
- Before installing the grille, scrape off the double-sided adhesive tape, then clean the front bumper surface with alcohol, and attach new double-sided adhesive tape to the bumper.
Adhesive tape:
Thickness 0.8 mm (0.03 in.)
Width 10 mm (0.39 in.)
- After installing the grille to the bumper, press the double-sided adhesive tape portions securely.
- Replace the speed nuts with new ones.
04-07 Models
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the front bumper.
1. Remove the front bumper.
2. Remove the clip securing the license plate base (A).
3. From the back of the front bumper (A), release the speed nuts securing the front bumper grille (B) by using pliers (C) as shown.
4. Pull the top edge of the grille (A) out to release the pins (B) of the front bumper (C), and then release the tabs (D) on both sides, and release the double-sided adhesive tape (E) and pins (F), then remove the grille from the bumper.
5. Remove the bolt, then remove the license plate base bracket (A) from the grille (B).
6. Install the grille in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Before installing the grille, clean the grille bonding surface with alcohol, and apply primer.
- Before installing the grille, scrape off the double-sided adhesive tape, then clean the front bumper surface with alcohol, and attach new double-sided adhesive tape to the bumper.
Adhesive tape:
Thickness 0.8 mm (0.03 in.)
Width 10 mm (0.39 in.)
- After installing the grille to the bumper, press the double-sided adhesive tape portions securely.
- Replace the speed nuts with new ones.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.