Great write up.
I wound up just unscrewing the torx screws, and using a tiny flathead screwdriver. If you pull at the corners using the second slat from the headlights, and do so with consistent pulling - ie not jerking - they'll pop out with nary a worry about paint damage or broken clips.
Just make sure to use your other hand to push on the bumper while you pull at the grille.
I may have just lucked out, so don't take my advice and get upset if it doesn't work out as well.
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