I don't want to mess up the paint. Any suggestions on how to remove the tow hook cover from the front bumper? Thanks guys

 

No question is stupid, especially when it comes to finding a way to ensure you don't damage your car.

Check out page 449 here, as they show how to remove it.

http://drivers.lexus.com/t3Portal/do.../sec_08-02.pdf

 

Thank you so much! And do you happen to know any good tow hooks to buy?

 

Thank you!

 

I ordered a cheap set of plastic removal tools from Amazon. Some use a screw driver with tape on the end. I then simply screwed in the kit I got from Grimm Speed. Fit perfectly first time and looks great with a nice chrome plate frame. Very easy to install.

 

Is any of you guy's cover loose? Meaning does it wiggle around if you move it around with your finger? Mine is loose and I would have thought this would fit more snuggly.

Thanks.

 

Try popping out the cover and apply some clear tape on the tab that hold the cover in place.

 

Just like what others suggested, use some tape for the surrounding area of the towhole. Personally I used two plastic cards covered with tape to pry the cover. What is suggested in the owner's manual - screwdriver covered in cloth didn't look right to me. The screwdriver could still pierce through the cloth.

Here is the picture with the entire cover removed from the front towhole. Note it is a non F sport but the procedure is the same. I inserted the plastic cards approximately in the slots as shown.

Something about the towhole cover -- be careful not to use too much force in the thin plastic that keeps the cover hanging off the towhole.