Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade using Horse Emblem (2005-2009) Installation Instructions

Tools Required:
  • 7/16-inch Wrench
  • Screw Driver
Install Difficulty:
  • Easy
  • Easy Project
1. The stock 2005-2009 Mustang grille looks ready for a much needed update with this new Mustang V6 SS Grille.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
2. Pop the six plastic rivets for the Mustang radiator opening cover with a screw driver. Save the rivets because you will re-use them when re-fastening the plastic shield when finished.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
3. You may not need the screw driver if you can pull the top of the plastic rivet up with your finger nail.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
4. After removing the rivets, the plastic shield easily lifts up and out of the way.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
5. All you need is the provided grille, washers, nuts and foam backing plate, which includes four nuts, four washers and four foam backed plates for easy installation.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
6. Line up the new grille opening over the existing Mustang emblem and align the bolts through the existing grille.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
7. This is the back of the existing grille. You can see the bolts from the new Mustang V6 grille poking through.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
8. Place the foam backed plate over the bolt and against the old grille.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
9. Add your washer and nut then tighten. Begin by only turning the nut a few times to ensure easy threading of all nuts on the bolts before tightening.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
10. Tighten each with a 7/16 inch wrench.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
11. Replace your plastic shield and make sure the front lip is tucked into the Mustang front bumper cover. The plastic rivets should line up with the existing holes.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
12. Make sure the plastic rivet is pulled completely apart before pressing the lower section into the hole. Once the lower section is in the hole, firmly press the rivet in with your thumb.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image
13. That’s it! Enjoy this great Mustang V6 SS Grille on your 2005-2009 Mustang.
Mustang V6 SS Grille Upgrade Install Image