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Any advice for installing front lip kit on 2012 TL
Hi all.
I have had 2008 TL type-S. It was a really great car and I really was proud of driving it.
The car has been good shape and I kept interior super clean. But someday..
I had car accident like 6 months ago and some ass made 6 door dings on my right side. At the end.. I have decided to sell it.
After 6 months, I got 2012 TL AWD tech. (2 weeks ago) What a nice car. One thing I really like this car compared 2008 TL type-S is no huge break dust on front.
So.. back to newbi question..
I am thinking of install front lip kit with my friend.
is there anything I should be aware of when I install it.?
should I put any extra 3m double sided tape on certain corners?
Something that can be broken easily when I try to take off bumper?
Thank you for reading my post.
Any advice would be appreciated.
if you have the instructions then it should be straight forward..
couple of things tho..
make sure you have all the necessary tools.
measure twice, cut/drill once.
2009-2011 is different from 2012 as far as lip kit installation.
2012 i believe requires only drilling of holes. 2009-2011 requires you to cut the rear bumper.
read the directions carefully, do not skimp out on any steps.
i dont think you will need to take off your bumpers to install the 2012 kit. you should be able to just reach under with your hands.
use safe jackstands, do not use a jack to hold the car up.
I've never done an install like this...but just follow I structures and be careful.
You may want to shop around and see what kind of prices local,body shops , or,other places that could do the install would charge. Depending how cheap you could get it done for, it could be worthwhile to pay to have a pro do it.....if you are on a strict budget...go for it, I think several people on this forum have done it themselves....good luck
I installed mine myself. The instructions are a bit vague, but I want to point out a few things. Crawl under the car and disconnect the temp sensor that is in the middle of the bumper almost center of the car. Also have some short chairs or boxes and have the bumper sit on them before removing it. Once you pop it loose form the lights, that sucker will fall on you so have something to catch it so it makes it easier on you. It helps to have two people. I had to do it myself.
Otherwise follow the instructins and it's easy. Behind the bumper it is marked in every spot you need to drill a hole. Start with a small drill bit then work your way up to the size that allows the tie straps to slide through the holes. (yes it has a tie strap type of mounting but it's solid). Start removing half way the red cover off the doublesided tape, and have it hang outside of the edge of the lips. Once you get them through the holes, slide the caps on the end of the straps, and slide them down till really tight. Then slide the red tape off and push it in real well throughout the edges.
Make sure to smooth the holes you make with something so the plastic from the bumper isn't all in the way from the caps to go flush. Otherwise very easy. Use ramps, turn the wheels to one side and get working!
I installed mine myself. The instructions are a bit vague, but I want to point out a few things. Crawl under the car and disconnect the temp sensor that is in the middle of the bumper almost center of the car. Also have some short chairs or boxes and have the bumper sit on them before removing it. Once you pop it loose form the lights, that sucker will fall on you so have something to catch it so it makes it easier on you. It helps to have two people. I had to do it myself.
Otherwise follow the instructins and it's easy. Behind the bumper it is marked in every spot you need to drill a hole. Start with a small drill bit then work your way up to the size that allows the tie straps to slide through the holes. (yes it has a tie strap type of mounting but it's solid). Start removing half way the red cover off the doublesided tape, and have it hang outside of the edge of the lips. Once you get them through the holes, slide the caps on the end of the straps, and slide them down till really tight. Then slide the red tape off and push it in real well throughout the edges.
Make sure to smooth the holes you make with something so the plastic from the bumper isn't all in the way from the caps to go flush. Otherwise very easy. Use ramps, turn the wheels to one side and get working!
Thank you for very informative advice!
one question.. how do fog lights get disconnected? Do I have to care about this when I take bumper off? instruction doesnt say anything about this..
one question.. how do fog lights get disconnected? Do I have to care about this when I take bumper off? instruction doesnt say anything about this..
IMHO, after you have all the bolts released on the bumper,and under covers,disconnect the lights if you can before removing it. If not when you remove it but make sure to not pull it out too far as there isn't much slack. The temp sensor you must disconnect before hand or you will break its mount like I did since the Instructions didn't mention it.. I was able to fix it though.
The black one is the 09-11 and the White one is from a 12 right? Does anyone know if the 12 will fit on a 2009? I want it to wrap over the top of the Fog lights to cover some rock chips... I haven't pulled up next to a 12 yet to see if the fog light openings are the same... All I see on the 12 is how much better the Grille is haven't paid much attention to the fog light holes...? Anyone help me out with this one?
maybe there was a post about it already, but im new to this so my apoligies.
im looking for a front lip for my 2012 TL SH-AWD, any suggestions, link that you guys can recommend? much appreciated
If you are looking for convenience and subtle look, the OEM is great. But if you are looking for the most dramatic improved look without any equal, then the RonJon Sport Design 4th Gen TL Lip kit is the only option. There are slight trimming modifications needed to make this kit fit the 2012, but they are so minor, the difference won't be seen. And the kit needs to be permanently adhered with high strength adhesive that the bodyshops use. So this is a professional job. Here are some pics...
10-17-2012, 01:40 AM
