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Old 08-18-2017, 05:00 PM
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Mesh Grill Foglight Questions

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Here with my 2005 Acura TL, I'm trying to get lower Fog Lights on the stock bumper. Can I order the left and right version of this part number? Also which Fog Lights should I purchase? I'd like to keep it as OEM as possible with no cutting or drilling. As for wiring I'd like to utilize that button next to the VSA stock on the interior so I know I'll need to wire that in. Appreciate your input and let me know if I was clear in my questions!
71102-SEP-A10ZA
71107-SEP-A10ZA
Are the OEM fog lights available? I've done a lot of googling over the years here and it seems everyone likes the Accord lights or the Inspire ones for retrofitting,


These are the original Part Numbers for the 05 Grill

71102-SEP-A00
71107-SEP-A00
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Hey there, the grills you listed are for the 07/08 TL bumper, they will not fit the 04-06 bumper without cutting

There are no OEM fog lights available for the 04-06 TL.

The only way that you can get lower fogs (and still look OEM):
1. Retrofit the accord fogs or inspire fogs - lots of cutting involved - cheapest method
2. Buy the Type-S A-Spec front lip and buy OEM 07/08 fog lights - expensive
3. Buy the 07/08 TL front bumper and the grills and fogs - expensive
4. Buy the 07/08 grills that you linked and have a body shop cut up your bumper, and mold it to fit the new grills - so expensive and stupid the body shop wouldn't even do it probably
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Originally Posted by guitarplayer16
Hey there, the grills you listed are for the 07/08 TL bumper, they will not fit the 04-06 bumper without cutting

There are no OEM fog lights available for the 04-06 TL.

The only way that you can get lower fogs (and still look OEM):
1. Retrofit the accord fogs or inspire fogs - lots of cutting involved - cheapest method
2. Buy the Type-S A-Spec front lip and buy OEM 07/08 fog lights - expensive
3. Buy the 07/08 TL front bumper and the grills and fogs - expensive
4. Buy the 07/08 grills that you linked and have a body shop cut up your bumper, and mold it to fit the new grills - so expensive and stupid the body shop wouldn't even do it probably
Thanks for the quick response! Unfortunate that the 07 won't fit onto my 05, looks like this project will be on hold until I find someone who can cut the plastic more precisely than I can!
Additionally how do I remove the Mesh Grill? The current grill on my 05 is faded and I can grab two new ones for $40 so I think I'll go for it to update my front end.
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$40 is a bit expensive for grills I must say

You'll have to remove your front bumper and there will be clips on the top and bottom that you need to push down while pulling the grill out at the same time towards the front.
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Originally Posted by BCH TL 2013
Hello All,

Here with my 2005 Acura TL, I'm trying to get lower Fog Lights on the stock bumper. Can I order the left and right version of this part number? Also which Fog Lights should I purchase? I'd like to keep it as OEM as possible with no cutting or drilling. As for wiring I'd like to utilize that button next to the VSA stock on the interior so I know I'll need to wire that in. Appreciate your input and let me know if I was clear in my questions!
71102-SEP-A10ZA
71107-SEP-A10ZA
Are the OEM fog lights available? I've done a lot of googling over the years here and it seems everyone likes the Accord lights or the Inspire ones for retrofitting,


These are the original Part Numbers for the 05 Grill

71102-SEP-A00
71107-SEP-A00
I was able to accomplish most of what you are wanting to do. I wanted that OEM look while also for my 06 TL. I bought a used set of 07-08 lower fog grills(mesh style) and a new set of Accord Inspire fogs. Basically, I installed the fogs and cut up the 07-08 fog grills to fit. Came out great and it was the exact look i was going for. Wish I had a photo for you to see the result lol
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I was able to accomplish most of what you are wanting to do. I wanted that OEM look while also for my 06 TL. I bought a used set of 07-08 lower fog grills(mesh style) and a new set of Accord Inspire fogs. Basically, I installed the fogs and cut up the 07-08 fog grills to fit. Came out great and it was the exact look i was going for. Wish I had a photo for you to see the result lol
I'm glad to hear you had some success. I'd be interested in what you have done! Send me a picture? I'm also in Mass.
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I'm currently on the same boat. I think our best option would be to use the accord inspire fogs.

I got a pair of reps from ebay for $40 going to try to make the work the best I can.
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pic is a little dark. but you get the idea. Inspire fogs, 07-08 typeS grill cut to fit.




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