underbody paneling clip removal
09-19-2012, 09:04 PM
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underbody paneling clip removal
Does anyone know how to remove these confounded clips that secure the underbody panels? Also some pics of the car on the lift just for fun.
09-20-2012, 11:03 AM
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They are easily bent, and tabs can break off when removing. I consider them discartable / single use, and always have a few extra lying around.
Having said that, your problem when removing them basically becomes an act of not busting the plastic panel they secure.
This works well:
Having said that, your problem when removing them basically becomes an act of not busting the plastic panel they secure.
This works well:
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09-20-2012, 09:35 PM
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What about these? I bought them but have not used them yet...
http://www.harborfreight.com/panel-c...ers-67399.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/panel-c...ers-67399.html
12-23-2014, 05:04 PM
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Sorry to revive this old thread, but does anyone know the part number of the clips referenced in this thread or where I can buy a replacement one? My undercarriage is missing one. I'm thinking the dealer may be the best option.
12-23-2014, 07:21 PM
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You should be able to find the clips and more on this website/page.
Check the model and year to be certain it's what you want.
http://www.porsche.com/all/media/pdf...SA_KATALOG.pdf
The best way I have found it to use a flat blade screwdriver to push the outside edge tabs inward (I think) to clear the place where they latch to the car and then pry down in the center of the clip to push it off the car. Its a two handed operation. You should figure out the exact direction and what works best once you start prying things around.
As was noted above, they tend to break coming off and it's good to have a few around. They are inexpensive.
Check the model and year to be certain it's what you want.
http://www.porsche.com/all/media/pdf...SA_KATALOG.pdf
The best way I have found it to use a flat blade screwdriver to push the outside edge tabs inward (I think) to clear the place where they latch to the car and then pry down in the center of the clip to push it off the car. Its a two handed operation. You should figure out the exact direction and what works best once you start prying things around.
As was noted above, they tend to break coming off and it's good to have a few around. They are inexpensive.
