lower bumper grill/ deer strike

teds1969

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Jul 27, 2007
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hello, i own a 2017 FR model and i had the unfortunate event of hitting a deer this morning. Damage not to bad, just the lower grill damaged.
Is this part replaceable or do you have to get a whole new bumper? Also the front assist is now not working. Is this an expensive fix?
Any help appreciated thanks
 

black_sheep

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Mar 10, 2013
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The plastic grille trim is not too expensive to fix - just clipped in and no painting required.

If the FA radar is damaged then could be quite expensive, however, probably just needs to be recalibrated - £150-300 depending upon where you take it. Most VW/Audi group dealers should now have this equipment.
 

teds1969

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Jul 27, 2007
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The plastic grille trim is not too expensive to fix - just clipped in and no painting required.

If the FA radar is damaged then could be quite expensive, however, probably just needs to be recalibrated - £150-300 depending upon where you take it. Most VW/Audi group dealers should now have this equipment.
Can the lower grille be fitted with bumper in place or does it need to come off the car?
 

Bear

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hello, i own a 2017 FR model and i had the unfortunate event of hitting a deer this morning. Damage not to bad, just the lower grill damaged.
Is this part replaceable or do you have to get a whole new bumper? Also the front assist is now not working. Is this an expensive fix?
Any help appreciated thanks
On the plus side, venison for dinner every night for a month!
 

Seriously?

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My wife won't buy venison...its dead dear :LOL:.
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teds1969

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Jul 27, 2007
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Just to update. The lower grille just clips in and there is no need to remove bumper. I also had to fit a new cradle for the front assist unit as was damaged. Whilst driving around prior to repair I had the warning of front assist unavailable however upon refit of said unit it recalibrated after 2 miles of dual carriageway driving. The dealership informed me if it did not recalibrate it would cost £399 to do this
 
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