How to remove protective cover to access oil filter.
05-14-24, 01:34 PM
#16
There is one push pin that's recessed deeply into the panel which is a PITA to remove.
I used two screw drivers to pry the head of the pin out. My usual push pin removal tool won't fit in the recess.
The video @ESh posted is the best one I've seen..
I use jack stands but most seem to use ramps.
I used two screw drivers to pry the head of the pin out. My usual push pin removal tool won't fit in the recess.
The video @ESh posted is the best one I've seen..
I use jack stands but most seem to use ramps.
Last edited by hotwings; 05-14-24 at 02:35 PM.
05-17-24, 01:33 PM
#17
Intermediate
Nothing will break, other than those plastic fastener pins. Just use a flat head or a fastener removal tool to remove them.
I got me 1 of these long time ago and I don't never have to care to babyseat those bit** a** plastic pins anymore LOL
I got me 1 of these long time ago and I don't never have to care to babyseat those bit** a** plastic pins anymore LOL
amazon.com/Xislet-Fastener-Compatible-90159-60477-90189-06193/dp/B08P4Q6P1V
amazon.com/dp/B07L6FJGR4/
amazon.com/dp/B07L6FJGR4/
05-18-24, 04:42 AM
#18
I was thinking the same when I did my first oil change in my ES..
If it becomes difficult or I round one of the bolts or rust bolts in the future, I will just remove the access cover and be done with it.
None of the cars I owned had this annoying plastic cover.
It does protect the engine from dirt and grime though as underneath the engine and the oil pan was pretty much spotless unlike the previous car I owned.
If it becomes difficult or I round one of the bolts or rust bolts in the future, I will just remove the access cover and be done with it.
None of the cars I owned had this annoying plastic cover.
It does protect the engine from dirt and grime though as underneath the engine and the oil pan was pretty much spotless unlike the previous car I owned.
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