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Old 01-17-2009, 08:52 PM
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How to get into the defroster vents...
So after a successful bluetooth kit install, i accidentally dropped the 2 screws (the ones that hold the headunit in place) into the defroster vent (the long opening below the windshield). They seem to slide back and forth after every turn. Any ideas on how to get them out?

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Old 01-17-2009, 09:11 PM
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clothes hanger with a magnet on the end of it or with a string and super glue (super glue holding the magnet in the windings of the string)?
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shop vac?
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All of the above. Maybe.
If not just tear the dash out. Because that's your next option.
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Jeez. Think i could access that area by taking the center speaker cover off?
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Jeez. Think i could access that area by taking the center speaker cover off?
What about the cabin airfilter? That should be easily accessible right? Could we come in from that side? (My Gf dropped an earing down mine -_-)
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Hmm, ill try that. My car is currently at the shop, so i wont be able to pop the cabin filter out but let me know if you do. There must be a way in!
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