2003 Toyota Matrix License plate bolts

2003 TOYOTA MATRIX
170,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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In taking out the plastic bolts for license plate holder change, the heads of the bolts broke off at the head! How in the world can I get the rest of those bolts out so the license plate can be put back on the car? This is the back plate too!
Apr 29, 2014 at 7:38 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the bolt is plastic, simply drill out the center of the plastic bolt and work the rest of it out. Make sure to use a drill bit that is smaller than the OD of the bolt so you don't damage the threaded sections.
Apr 30, 2014 at 5:09 AM
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