How difficult is it to replace grille and side vents?

TahoeM3 · 05-07-2022, 11:45 AM

I have an X5M coming in this week. I didn’t get the Competition pack, but want to switch to gloss black grille and side vents. Do they just pop off or is there a trick to removing them? Also, what’s the best source for OEM or OEM-quality parts?

bmwauug · 05-07-2022, 11:54 AM

I've not done it, but have seen various posts - I think pretty simple; the M grille also does not have shutters so even easier.

Mo2002 · 05-07-2022, 07:48 PM

Very simple, not hard at all.
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r33_RGSport · 05-08-2022, 06:37 PM

As you said, just pop off and replace.

Front grill, there are 6 tabs under the hood that you need to depress then pull off.

Fender trim, the outer edges held by double sided tape, the rest are clips. Pull and replace.

I have AutoTecknic fender trim that fitment is as good as OEM.
Not too sure if they have the front grill.

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bmwauug Major 249 Rep 1,051 Posts Drives: 2023 X5MC Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Almost There iTrader: (0)	I've not done it, but have seen various posts - I think pretty simple; the M grille also does not have shutters so even easier. __________________ 2023 X5MC \| Donington Grey \| Black
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Mo2002 Second Lieutenant 224 Rep 290 Posts Drives: 2021 X5M Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	Very simple, not hard at all. Bmwpartspros.com
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r33_RGSport General 12964 Rep 18,712 Posts Drives: G09 XM, G05 X5 40, 991.2 T Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: So. Cal iTrader: (6)	As you said, just pop off and replace. Front grill, there are 6 tabs under the hood that you need to depress then pull off. Fender trim, the outer edges held by double sided tape, the rest are clips. Pull and replace. I have AutoTecknic fender trim that fitment is as good as OEM. Not too sure if they have the front grill. __________________ Email:sales@rgsport.com \| IG:RGSport_USA \| Web:RGSportShop.com PM for Everyday DEALS!! MSS • iSweep • RaceChip • Sterckenn • AutoTecknic • Akrapovic • Vossen Wheels • Eventuri Active Autowerke • KW • H&R • Ohlins • Remus • and more...
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