Pressure washers are fine and will do no harm, but they have to be used properly. Specifically this refers to the distance the wand is held from the surface being cleaned. Too close and damage is imminent.
That being said, it is possible there was a problem with the grill, with all the cost cutting measures used lately. In any case, a good way to remove from the grill is to soften them first with a diluted solution of household washing ammonia. Spray some on and keep the grill wet with the solution for at least five minutes. After this the will come off with minimal pressure.
Excellent info and cheap alternative to commercial bug removers
for bug's just use dryer sheets, wet them and rub the smashed bug lightly and watch them melt right away.
no need for harsh chemicles, heavy duty bug nets, etc.
rinse and your done.
gorilla
Not to be a wise guy, but sh1t happens. It would really surprise me if the car was or dealer did anything for your situation. I understand that this should not have happened, but with all that could go wrong with water at such high pressure, it's pretty much - User beware. Search around on ebay. I'm sure you find something you like that is even better than the stock one that was damaged.
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07 Tundra DCSB, 5.7, Blue Streak Metallic, 4X4, SR5, TRD, BU, CK, DZ, FE, HM, MG, OF, Brushed Stainless steps, sill protectors, USMC lighted hitch plug and assorted stickers and license plate brackets, rollup bed cover, Rhino Liner, Mesh Grill backing, Black Wheelskin steering wheel cover, Wade in channel vent visors, under rear seat storage, PRG mini spring pack, Proforce rear exit cat-back exhaust, aFe CAI, TRD rear sway bar, A.R.E. MX series Cap.
I usually wash and wax my truck myself. Or, rarely, I've safely taken it to a wash with the roller brushes. But, a couple of weeks ago, I got lazy and ran my DC through a new "touchless" high pressure wash at a gas station. That's the last time I do that. It was a 95 degree day, but after the car wash, my temperature gauge read 70. It stayed that way until I found out where the sensor was under the hood, pulled it apart, and blew the water out of it. I'm thinking I was lucky that the high pressure water didn't get into someplace and do some real damage. Besides, the stupid wash didn't do a very good job cleaning, anyway.
End of rant.
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Mods: step bars, Undercover tonneau cover, spray-in bedliner, Top Gun Customz 2.25" leveling kit, pine-scented air freshener
From a contractor view, pressure washers are used to remove paint,stain, debris, and mildew from surfaces. That being said, if used properly it can be used to clean delicate surfaces like paint surfaces on the tundra. Remember to keep your distance and you should be fine. I would just tell the dealer that it just peeled off on its own- mention the power washer and you will get nothing but a bill and a good chuckle from the parts guy.
for bug's just use dryer sheets, wet them and rub the smashed bug lightly and watch them melt right away.
no need for harsh chemicles, heavy duty bug nets, etc.
rinse and your done.
gorilla
I've heard this b4 (perhaps by you???). I haven't tried it yet, but it's on my list to try. I'll be damn if it works.
I have tried baby wipes, and it works well. No harsh chemicals. I do use them to clean my dash too, and also as a clean wipe after I eat. Window sometime too, but it does leave "clouding", which need to be followed up with a water wipe.
Re: car wash ripped hole in chrome grill
from the grill is to soften them first with a diluted solution of household washing ammonia. Spray some on and keep the grill wet with the solution for at least five minutes. After this the 
I usually wash and wax my truck myself. Or, rarely, I've safely taken it to a wash with the roller brushes. But, a couple of weeks ago, I got lazy and ran my DC through a new "touchless" high pressure wash at a gas station. That's the last time I do that. It was a 95 degree day, but after the car wash, my temperature gauge read 70. It stayed that way until I found out where the sensor was under the hood, pulled it apart, and blew the water out of it. I'm thinking I was lucky that the high pressure water didn't get into someplace and do some real damage. Besides, the stupid wash didn't do a very good job cleaning, anyway. 
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