This foam basically acts as a buffer, absorbing impacts from road debris – things like rocks, bugs, even small animals. It’s designed to crumple on impact rather than transferring that force directly to the radiator and other components behind the grille. It also helps with airflow to some degree, directing air where it needs to go, but its main job is protection. Think of it as a first line of defense for your cooling system. It’s positioned right behind the grille opening, so anything that gets through the grille hits this foam first. Without it, those things are going straight into potentially expensive parts. It's not structural, it doesn't hold anything together, it just takes the hit. It prevents damage. A stone hitting the radiator can cause a leak, which can lead to overheating and a very serious engine problem. This foam significantly reduces the chance of that happening. You’ll notice if it’s gone or damaged – probably after something does get through and ding your radiator, or you simply see a big opening where the foam used to be. Replacements are pretty affordable and a good preventative measure. You can find these parts pretty easily, we stock them at Fixparts Online, or most auto parts stores will have something similar. It's one of those things you don't think about until it's missing, then you wish you’d replaced it sooner. Stand out from the crowd: Foam (MPN 4L0807666) comes with a 12-month warranty!

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