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Old Dec 24, 2003 | 08:28 AM
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Engine cover...

What is the proper way to remove the inside engine cover on my van?

I'm mainly curious about the lower latches...


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Old Dec 24, 2003 | 11:14 AM
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i believe you have to lift the latch then turn it.
 
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Old Dec 24, 2003 | 04:19 PM
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Originally posted by myke
i believe you have to lift the latch then turn it.
I dont see how thats possible...
 
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Old Jun 23, 2005 | 01:06 AM
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The wing of the latch will pull out perpendicular to the cover. You can then rotate the wing and that will release the tension on the floor hooks.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2005 | 07:32 AM
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He has an 03, on my 04 the latches just lift sttraight up. DId they change the latch design between 03 and 04?
 
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