Remove Engine Cover?
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From: Clarksburg, MD
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I want to paint my engine cover and plastic cover over the valve covers but need a little assistance. I know this had been done by a few on here, but can't find the exact answer to my question.
How do you remove the valve covers?
The engine cover is removed by 4 torque screws, once I have that off, I don't see anything for the valve covers (not sure that's the exact name).
Anyone have any info on this?
Thanks, Mike
How do you remove the valve covers?
The engine cover is removed by 4 torque screws, once I have that off, I don't see anything for the valve covers (not sure that's the exact name).
Anyone have any info on this?
Thanks, Mike
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I believe you just pry them off gently. I recently had my spark plugs replaced and you just pull up on them. There's two little plug like things; reminds me of removing the front hood emblem. Same thing.
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Thanks, There's definitely something holding them on, they'll move a little bit but not enough to come off.
Is there a specific location that I should put the most pressure (pry). Wonder if there's clips that need to be released.
Is there a specific location that I should put the most pressure (pry). Wonder if there's clips that need to be released.
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They're basically like a ball-joint thing. You're talking about the two side pieces that say BMW right? If so, there are two on each plate about 5-6 inches from each side. Hope that helps
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i used to paint my old TL engine cover in White Diamond Pearl to match up with the car, but i wouldnt do on this car though lolll. But hey let us see when ur done 
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