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How to remove rear diffuser/valence

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Old 10-09-18, 08:38 PM
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Default How to remove rear diffuser/valence

Does anyone have any instructions on how to remove the rear diffuser/valance on the car?
I have a new valance, but do not know how to remove the old one.
Can the rear valance be removed without removing the bumper preferably?

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Old 10-09-18, 10:43 PM
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From what I can see on TIS, you have to remove the bumper, 2 guides, 6 clips, 10 retainers

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I've removed my rear diffuser without taking off the bumper before but I recommend you just take off the bumper because it will make your life much easier.
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Does anyone have step by step instructions on how to remove the rear valance without removing the bumper?
I see the clips at the bottom of the valance but I don't know how to remove it without breaking the clips.
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I would also recommend to remove rear bumper first too, might take 20 mins the most but it will make your life much easier to remove diffuser. Plus most important is to put every clip & bolt back properly to make sure everything is secure on diffuser.
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Have any pics of the new rear diffuser installed?
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