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Old 02-06-2010, 06:07 PM
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Default Removing AP2 front bumper

I removed all 18 screws/bolts but then i cant seem to pull it off the hooks around the headlights. Do i just use pure force and pull it out or is there some trick to it?

this is so frustrating >=(.....

thanks for the help!
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Old 02-06-2010, 09:31 PM
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I found this was a pain in the ass too but it helps to make sure the middle section of the fascia is un-clipped first. Also, try pulling the bottom corner out a little as you pull straight back. Once you get the angle of the dangle just right, it should just pop out.
Or you can just get a case of beer and a pry bar.
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Your car is still a virgin, once you start removing panels and parts things will come off easier haha
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^ Haha!
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Originally Posted by viNz86,Feb 7 2010, 04:07 AM
Your car is still a virgin, once you start removing panels and parts things will come off easier haha
true, once i took my Ap1 bumper off a few times it made it so much easier
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You should invest in one of these to help you remove tabs

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haha, not a virgin anymore >=D!
its took a while but it finally came out, hmm now the problem is.... how hard is it to put it back on ><!

Theres a tool just for removing clips? if it makes my life a whole lot easier i would def like to invest in one.

Thanks for the help!!
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i hate those clips......zap straps FTW
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you can zap strap your front bumper? @@!~ where do you do that? haha
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Originally Posted by kenny_son,Feb 7 2010, 01:09 PM
i hate those clips......zap straps FTW
you can zap strap your front bumper? @@!~ where do you do that? haha

Well it seems the bumper i got needs a bit of tampering but it looks like it'll fit decently at least. Im going to need to drill some holes on the bottom for the bolts though =\ (they have where to drill marked out though, shouldn't be too bad).


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