ok...had my Max for 14 years, just decided that i wanna paint the grille. dont feel like taping newspaper on the car, rather take the grille off.
so i tried yesterday.WTF. took out the black plastic screw-like clips then detached the top clips, not budging. seem like the middle part where the "Nissan" emblem is located is attached to a long piece of metal the connects to the frame of vehicle!!
i see that some Max heads have aftermarket grilles, how the heck did they get the grille off??!! also not taking off the front bumper.

HELP!!! S.O.S

 

Lol its really self explanatory. If i remember correctly, the middle tab is just hooked on to the frame and you can just wiggle it out or pushing it down. Then there should be a tab on the left and right that hooks on to the headlights.

 

that emblem is'nt attached on my car, never has been. 95's rule!!

 

Ok thanks Ray just figured it out...it's off now. Started painting

 

If it's the first time being taken off it might need a bit more oomph, as you found out