Dorman 963-157D Grille Retainer

Dorman 963-157D Grille Retainer

Dorman 963-157D is a black plastic grille retainer built for body hardware applications where a secure, OE-style fastening point is needed. Its compact dimensions and multi-purpose design make it a practical replacement for worn or missing retainers on Honda and Acura models.

Key Features

• Plastic construction for body panel retention
• Black natural-finish retainer for grille and trim applications
• Measures 0.78 in head diameter, 0.39 in inside diameter, and 0.078 in thickness
• SAE fastener with 0.55 in fastener length and 0.968 in overall length
• Designed as a fender liner and bumper retainer
• Matches OE-style function for secure panel attachment

Detailed Description

This Dorman grille retainer is engineered to restore the fastening function used on a wide range of Honda and Acura body panels. The part number 963-157D is listed across applications such as the 2013-2019 Honda CR-V, 2015-2020 Acura TLX, 2014-2021 Acura RDX, and 2017-2020 Acura MDX, making it a useful OE-style replacement for grille, bumper, and fender liner retention points. It is also cross-referenced to Gates 21706 for the same application.

Built from quality plastic, this retainer is sized for consistent engagement with the panel opening and shaft interface. The black finish and compact profile support a clean installation on exterior body hardware where a secure hold is needed without changing the original appearance.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or missing grille retainers
• Detached bumper cover or fender liner attachment points
• Rattling body panels caused by worn fasteners
• Broken plastic clips from service or impact removal
• Poor panel alignment at upper, front, rear, or lower mounting locations

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the mounting location, hole diameter, and shaft size before installation. This retainer is listed for upper, front, rear, rear lower, rear right, and lower positions across confirmed Honda and Acura applications. For fitment-specific searches, use phrases such as Dorman 963-157D grille retainer for 2014-2021 Acura RDX upper, 2013-2019 Honda CR-V upper, or 2017-2020 Acura MDX upper. Confirm the panel opening is free of debris and replace any damaged surrounding trim before securing the retainer.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this retainer from quality materials to provide the same basic fastening function and versatility as the original equipment part, supporting long service life in body hardware use.