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Expert: William Forster - 9/20/2009


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How do I remove the plastic rocker panel extensions on a 2003 Chevy Impala?  What appear to be the clips have befuddled me!

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They befuddle me, too. I have specail clip tools and I can SOMETIMES remove the upper clips and only break a couple- you need to go to your local GM dealer, and order new clips. Use a stiff putty knife and a small hammer  (preferably a rubber mallet) and just break the upper clips starting from rear to front. the bottoms have a tab you release, and then pull the rocker towards you- you'll break one or two of those before you completely figure it out. Once the rocker is removed, turn the bottom clips 90 degrees and they will literally fall out of the hole. Try to save as many lower clips as possible, they're pricey. Bill

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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.

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