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Old Jan 7, 2018 | 11:53 PM
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We changed out my spark plugs, put in new Fisters and Fabspeed crossover pipes this weekend. There is a cable under the driver side taillight that releases the engine compartment lid.
what’s the point? To get the taillight out the engine compartment lid needs to be open. What am I missing?
At least the one in front makes some sense, even though it is a PITA to get to.
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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 01:10 AM
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You use a tool that slides between the taillight and bumper, hook the loop and it pops open. Make sure you lay it under the taillight so you can do that.
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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 07:41 AM
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Anyone got a picture how exactly this release wire is laid out under the tail light? Mine is just lying loose in the engine bay near the left engine mount.
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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 07:52 AM
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The engine release wire can be easily rerouted to behind the rear license plate and taped in place. If you do this all you need to access it is a phillips head screwdriver. It pulls and works fine from this location and angle and you won’t have to fish for it or scratch up your car with a coat hanger.
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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 09:40 AM
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I extended my wire with a metal wire and brought it out through the gap where the heat shields mate. Now I can access it by reaching up under the car if needed.
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