Rear Window Trim Clip removal

[stezie]

Hi All,

I need to remove the rear windscren trim to repaint it. I cannot figure out how to get the clips to pop put with out bending the trim.

Any one got any ideas how to get the trim off with out bending it out of shape?

Thanks.

[stezie]

referring to the clips 11, 12, and 20 below...

http://www.hondaoriginalparts.com/hpl/images_car/17SJ001/imge/B__5202.jpg

[Dr_Snooz]

You probably won't have to worry about it. After 23 years, they will most assuredly break the moment you disturb them.

Your best bet is to head down to the junkyard and practice until you can remove them without breaking them. Once you get the hang of it, remove enough to replace the ones on your car. Most of them will crumble in your hands though.

As a backup plan, see if these guys offer new clips.

http://www.3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=62705&highlight=holy+grail