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How to pop off the tow hook cover?

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Old 11-12-09, 12:56 PM
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Default How to pop off the tow hook cover?

Can someone educate me on the best way to remove the front tow hook cover? Before I start prying away with a screwdriver, I want to make sure that it's not a simple as pushing down on an edge.

Didn't find the answer in the owners manual or with a search.

Thanks in advance. I'm installing the Tow Hook License Plate holder from Rho Plate.
Old 11-12-09, 01:46 PM
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I looked in my manual, it said to use a flathead screwdriver and just pop it out. There should be like a wire that attaches to it so it wont fall off.
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^^^ Thanks, I must have missed that in the manual. I'll go look again.

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cover the screwdriver with a thin cloth so you don't scratch the tow hook cover.
Old 11-13-09, 12:41 AM
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Mine pops off from time to time with normal driving. So I wouldnt know.
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Thanks all. It wasn't too difficult once I actually applied some pressure. :P Got the Tow Hook License Plate now - pictures hopefully later today.
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