Dorman 963-137D Grille Retainer - Front Center or Rear

Dorman 963-137D Grille Retainer

Dorman 963-137D is a black plastic grille retainer built for secure body-panel fastening on select Acura and Honda applications. It matches the function of the original equipment retainer and is made for long service life in grille mounting locations.

Key Features

• Black plastic construction for common exterior trim and grille retention use
• OE-style function for holding grille and related body hardware in place
• Direct-fit replacement for select Acura TL, Honda Accord, Honda Element, and Honda Pilot applications
• Overall length: 17.2 mm
• Head diameter: 13.83 mm
• Outside diameter: 19.95 mm
• Center groove diameter: 9.46 mm
• Shaft diameter: 9.46 mm
• Cross-reference part numbers include Gates 20608 and OE-style references such as 91503S0KA01

Detailed Description

This Dorman grille retainer, part number 963-137D, is a multi-purpose body fastener used to secure grille components with the same basic function as the original retainer. Its plastic construction and measured dimensions help support a proper fit in applications that call for a black grille retainer, including 2006-2008 Honda Pilot, front center, 2003-2008 Honda Element, and 2011-2012 Honda Accord, rear. It also fits 2012-2014 Acura TL, rear, plus additional Acura TL applications listed in the fitment data. This part number 963-137D is a practical replacement when the original grille retainer is worn, broken, or missing.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or detached grille sections
• Broken plastic retainers from age or removal
• Rattling body trim at the grille mounting point
• Improper panel retention after front-end service
• Missing OE-style fasteners on Acura TL, Honda Accord, Honda Element, or Honda Pilot

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the retainer dimensions against the original fastener before installation. Confirm the mounting location and position listed for your vehicle, since fitment varies by model and placement. For best results, replace damaged retainers during grille or front-end trim service so the panel seats correctly and stays aligned.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this retainer from quality materials to provide the same function and versatility as the original equipment part. The design focuses on dependable body hardware replacement for select Acura and Honda applications.