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2005 Nissan Maxima Repair Question


Topics covered: Dealer, Trunk, Trunk latch.
Mileage: 253,000 miles.

Asked on February 17, 2012

How do I remove the trunk liner without damaging the plastic clips? - trunk latch has come loose

My trunk latch came completely loose and is behind the liner. The liner has 4 plastic clips that I am not sure how to remove without tearing them up. They appear to have a slot in them, but I cannot get them to move by hand - what is the best method to remove these?

Avatar Asked by fempersive

Answer

Replied on February 17, 2012

The center of the clip pulls out about a quarter of a inch, then the rest of the clip comes out. the center clip when pushed in expands the sides of the inside to hold it in something like a rivit does. If you ever need clips for whatever reason they do sell them at automotive stores instead of going to dealers.

Tiny Answered by M_H_RITZEL (expert)
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