ECU cover HELP!
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ECU cover HELP!
Ok i am trying to take out the ECU box and i've followed the exact instructions from this picture by removing the three bolts...
https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?postid=216830
but the cover still wont come off?!
It seems like theres still something holding onto the cover on the side with the one bolt.
Need help !
Thanks!
https://www.rx8club.com/attachment.php?postid=216830
but the cover still wont come off?!
It seems like theres still something holding onto the cover on the side with the one bolt.
Need help !
Thanks!
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You need to release two small clips holding the box cover on. I recommend a small probe with an angled tip. Slide it uder the clips, and gently move them away from the bottom half of the box. Gently is the key word, since they are plastic.
Look between the fender insulation and the box, and you'll see 'em.
Look between the fender insulation and the box, and you'll see 'em.
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thanks for the replies guys... but i still dont get it...
when im looking down on it like the picture....
do i PUSH the tabs on the clips? or PULL?
Thanks.
when im looking down on it like the picture....
do i PUSH the tabs on the clips? or PULL?
Thanks.
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It's hard to push the tab. The best way I found was to insert a small flat head screwdriver from the side/edge of the clip and prive the outer tab (connecting to the top piece) out from bottom/inside piece
If you have a small hand, then you may use your finger to grab the outer edge of the tab and pull outward; I tried but not successful without a tool.
Are you trying to instal/modify something?
If you have a small hand, then you may use your finger to grab the outer edge of the tab and pull outward; I tried but not successful without a tool.
Are you trying to instal/modify something?
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Originally posted by BIU
well im trying to change my parking lights....
but is taking off the wheel well piece easier?
well im trying to change my parking lights....
but is taking off the wheel well piece easier?
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Re the side clips on the ECU cover, softening up with a little WD40 helps in prying up with an angled probe. Also, if you grab the cover and slide it towards the fender a bit it can help persuade them to let go. (Ulitmately, plastic tabs do break off as they do on the battery cover if you're not careful.)
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