Removing Fender Baffles?

[keoni]

Is the removal of the fender baffles the same as the instructions for the rear spoiler? Does one use a drift tool or the flat end of a drill bit to push the plastic pins out? Not sure if I even used the correct description. They are located inside the door jams on the fenders. Are there any other types of fasteners besides the plastic fasteners? Thanks!

Keoni986

[ar38070]

If I remember correctly there are two types of fasteners used. One is a plastic nut/washer that just screws off and the other is a push pin spreader like that used on the spoiler. The difference is that the instead of pushing the pin out, you just pull the pin out by putting a flat head screwdriver underneath the "head". The pin does not come all of the way out, just pull it out until it stops, about 1/2". You can then pull the whole fastener out.

[Tool Pants]

I think I know what you are talking about keoni.

If you open the door all the way and stand outside the car there is a black plastic plate/cover that closes the opening from the fender to the upper door jam. I see 3 plastic rivets securing that plate and the rivets look exactly like the plastic rivets on the spoiler.

If that is it why do you want to remove it? A local guy asked me to remove it because his credit card dropped into that area after it bounced off the windshield. I told him I would if I could use the card. :lol:

[keoni]

Yes, Tool Pants, that is exactly what I'm referring to!

Why do I want to remove it? Well, just because it's there. I want to take things apart on the 986 to see what's underneath!

So you think the fasteners are like the spoiler? Push in the center?

Thanks!

Keoni986

[Tool Pants]

I do not see how you can do that without removing the door.

[keoni]

Well, then the door comes off!

That should be pretty easy, huh?

Keoni986

[Tool Pants]

If you have a valid credit card in there I will pull your door off.