Basic component removal, cont’d – Paxton Superchargers Ford 5.0L Mustang GT User Manual

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1. BASIC COMPONENT REMOVAL, cont’d

Fig. 1E: Plastic Cover Pins

Remove eight (8) plastic pins securing the black

plastic cover above the grille and radiator. Pop

the center section of each pin upward and then

the larger part of the pin will loosen. Remove the

cover and set aside for later reinstallation. (See

Fig. 1E)

Remove two (2) 8mm-headed fasteners from the

body-color tabs on the top edge of the grille

between the headlights and driving lights. (See

Fig. 1F)

Separate the ends of the front fascia from the

fenders by pulling straight outward. The fascia

will snap free from three (3) clips per side. (See

Fig. 1G)

Reach behind the front fascia and unplug the

parking lights (1 per side).

Unplug the driving lights.

Lift the front fascia from the locating tabs adjacent

to each headlight (by the previously-removed

8mm-headed fastener locations). Pull the fascia

forward and away from the car and set it aside for

later modification and reinstallation. (See Fig. 1J)

Fig. 1F: Top Edge Fasteners

Fig. 1G: Front Fascia Tabs

Fig. 1J: Front Fascia Removal