How to remove plastic plugs that hold molding in engine compartment
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How to remove plastic plugs that hold molding in engine compartment
Hi,
I don't know what the plastic plugs are called, seems when I search I wind up getting "spark plug" answers.... so....
How do I remove the little hold down plugs that hold the plastic molding in the engine compartment?
I've used a small knife to pull the inner part out, then the plug comes out, but it seems there should be a better way, no?
~~ Mark
I don't know what the plastic plugs are called, seems when I search I wind up getting "spark plug" answers.... so....
How do I remove the little hold down plugs that hold the plastic molding in the engine compartment?
I've used a small knife to pull the inner part out, then the plug comes out, but it seems there should be a better way, no?
~~ Mark
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Uh, no. There isn't a better way. I use a very small screwdriver to pop-out that middle part, but a small knife ought to work OK too. Yes, once the middle piece is popped up, then you can pop out the bottom piece. You can buy replacements at Toyota dealers for those you lose.
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Discussed in your Owner's Manual, page 747 in this example:
http://drivers.lexus.com/t3Portal/do.../sec_04_03.pdf
http://drivers.lexus.com/t3Portal/do.../sec_04_03.pdf
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Engine Cover Clips
Hi,
I don't know what the plastic plugs are called, seems when I search I wind up getting "spark plug" answers.... so....
How do I remove the little hold down plugs that hold the plastic molding in the engine compartment?
I've used a small knife to pull the inner part out, then the plug comes out, but it seems there should be a better way, no?
~~ Mark
I don't know what the plastic plugs are called, seems when I search I wind up getting "spark plug" answers.... so....
How do I remove the little hold down plugs that hold the plastic molding in the engine compartment?
I've used a small knife to pull the inner part out, then the plug comes out, but it seems there should be a better way, no?
~~ Mark
I had trouble with those clips too. Someone at the dealer showed me how to press down the middle part first. They pop out easily. Getting them back in requires three steps as shown in the pictures on page 747. They are tricky. Three prongs with one prong longer than the other two. Hope this helps. Be careful. They tend to fly away and get lost, at least mine did.
#7
I too struggled for weeks trying to figure it out. I read the manual, watched the videos, searched the forums. I finally figured out I wasn't pressing hard enough. The clips or fasteners appear like they are pushed in all the way, but apply enough pressure , you hear and feel the click. Preparing the clips to place them back in position may require the use of a screwdriver to free the pin.
And yes order extra, I have one that fell into the engine compartment and never fell out and can't find it anywhere
And yes order extra, I have one that fell into the engine compartment and never fell out and can't find it anywhere
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You can order a 10-pack of replacements from Amazon Prime here. It's a good idea to have a few spares.
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Here is an engine cover clip video and price from Seawell.
Ray
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/accesso...2013/4432.html
Ray
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/accesso...2013/4432.html
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Here is an engine cover clip video and price from Seawell.
Ray
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/accesso...2013/4432.html
Ray
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/accesso...2013/4432.html
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I found a Lisle 35260 Plastic Fastener Remover tool which I ordered from Amazon to be very helpful in removing the plastic fasteners. I sort of looks like a screwdriver with a v groove. Works well !
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