Here is my install of the brand new E&G mesh lower vent grilles. I've also created a pdf copy of their instructions (for your use and comparison - hope they do not mind) if you email me at:
jhelmuth@tampabay.rr.com I'll send it to you.
I'll have to make serveral posts, so please just follow along...
Pre install step: Take the unpolished stainless mesh retainers (flat metal with square "slots" cut around the interior rim) and paint them a semi-gloss black (I used a gloss black Krylon enamel myself, but E&G recommends a semi-gloss or flat)
If you have everthing organized and have pre-painted the retainers, you should be able to complete this install in 25-45 mins.
#1. Raise front of car to a comfortable position. E&G instruction will recommend jack stands, and I will too (
but I have to admit that I worked on this without having used my jack stands because I was not sure where I could locate them without damaging the under carriage). You
can get away with raising the car on the drivers side just enough to lift the front wheel and tire off the ground.
#2. Remove the screws and push pins that hold the front bottom engine cover. There are 2 10mm bolts (
toward the back of the cover), six push pins (
three each side in the wheel well), and 10 7mm bolts/screws along the leading edge. I recommend removing the rear 10mm bolts first, followed by the push pins next (
you'll need to use a screw driver or pliers to pull the center pin out of its socket first and then remove the pin assembly), and then remove the 7mm screws. The cover will then easily slide out. Set aside (
out of the way) while you continue the remaining work.
Once the cover is removed, you get this view from the passenger side looking along the front underneath the car .