Leaf question?
11-15-2005 | 03:55 AM
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Got a leaf stuck against radiator and I can't see a way of removing it other than taking the front of car apart or keyhole surgery through the grill. There is no way in from the front or behind.
Anyone else had this problem?
Anyone else had this problem?
11-15-2005 | 04:01 AM
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There must be a way to access it. Underneath maybe?
11-15-2005 | 04:16 AM
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Only way in is from the top, through the cowl assembly between the radiator and the front panels ( the assembly includes the bonnet latches)
Its not as bad as it looks, takes around 30 minutes.
Make sure you have a good set of Torx drivers before you start.
Before you undo and lift the plate with the bonnet latches, take a marker and draw a ring around the torx bolt head so that when you replace it you get the plate exactly where it was originally....otherwise the bonnet won't latch propoerly.
Good Luck!!
Its not as bad as it looks, takes around 30 minutes.
Make sure you have a good set of Torx drivers before you start.
Before you undo and lift the plate with the bonnet latches, take a marker and draw a ring around the torx bolt head so that when you replace it you get the plate exactly where it was originally....otherwise the bonnet won't latch propoerly.
Good Luck!!
11-15-2005 | 04:38 AM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
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2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
11-15-2005 | 04:50 AM
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How about pulling it forward with a coat hanger, shreding it by pulling it out with the hanger (not scratching the car, of course), and getting the small leftover pieces out with, say, the eraser end of a pencil?
11-15-2005 | 05:02 AM
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Originally Posted by donv' post='198516' date='Nov 15 2005, 07:50 AM
How about pulling it forward with a coat hanger, shreding it by pulling it out with the hanger (not scratching the car, of course), and getting the small leftover pieces out with, say, the eraser end of a pencil?
11-15-2005 | 05:10 AM
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I live in the forrest and have lots of experience with leaves getting where they are not supposed to. My advice - do not worry and leave alone - water, weather, and time will take care of it in short order. The ones that stay forever are the ones that stay dry and out of the weather, like under the hood. So leave it alone and wash your car and one day it will magically be gone.
11-15-2005 | 05:31 AM
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Drive very, very fast, say 155 mph for several minutes to shread it. 
Or, get one those compressed air cans for cleaning your key board and shread it to pieces with that. I would not take anything apart for a leaf.
Or, get one those compressed air cans for cleaning your key board and shread it to pieces with that. I would not take anything apart for a leaf.