New Owner - tools needed to remove frunk divider?

[WFU03]

Hi all,

I've seen the frunk dividers removed on youtube videos, but are there any recommended tools that cause the least amount of damage to the plastic tub? I'd prefer not to rip them out using brute force and create a gaping hole where the plugs used to be.

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[smp]

Take a look at this DIY video posted here (not mine):
Frunk Divider Removal How-To video

They show clearly the tools needed and how to get the job done.

Good luck!

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[Marcel]

Take your time with a flathead screwdriver, no problem here

 

[WFU03]

Thanks both!

 

[hybrid2bev]

Hi all,

I've seen the frunk dividers removed on youtube videos, but are there any recommended tools that cause the least amount of damage to the plastic tub? I'd prefer not to rip them out using brute force and create a gaping hole where the plugs used to be.

All you need is a medium sized flat head screwdriver and your hands. Put the driver head into the slot, give a gentle twist. That will lift up the head and you can easily pull it out. If the bottom part doesn’t come out just give it a gentle wiggle with your fingers or gently pry it up with the screwdriver.

I took mine out in less than 5 minutes with no damage. After it was out just put the plugs into the holes and push it top part back in. Super easy.

 

[jrstinkfish]

I bought a "Trim and Molding Tool Set" from Harbor Freight for around $6, took maybe 5 minutes to remove and the place the plastic bolts back into the holes.

 

[Colorider]

I have done the screwdriver thing before with a lot of fighting and some breaking on my Honda so I bought the tool. It was $$ well spent—super easy!

 

[Texas-E]

If you are looking for replacement fasters to plug the holes, these worked really well for me. I tried 7mm and they were too small. These 9mm fit perfectly and the heads have a little textured, which blend in about as good as I think you can get.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W97VF06/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[WFU03]

It turns out my handy neighbor was interested in looking at the car. I showed him the car and when I got to the front trunk, I mentioned that I was going to take out the divider, but I wasn't sure on the tool. He came back with an appropriate sized screwdriver and carefully popped them all out in about 5 minutes.

That's one way to solve the problem I guess!

 

[RockDaphne98296]

It turns out my handy neighbor was interested in looking at the car. I showed him the car and when I got to the front trunk, I mentioned that I was going to take out the divider, but I wasn't sure on the tool. He came back with an appropriate sized screwdriver and carefully popped them all out in about 5 minutes.

That's one way to solve the problem I guess!

Glad to hear it went well! If my neighbor showed up with a screwdriver and headed my new car, well I am not sure I would have been calm... ?

I took out my dividers too - and used a kit from Amazon - the kit came in handy when I had to pop off some of the fairings to look inside (I thought I had a mouse - long story short - no mouse).

 

[ChasingCoral]

Instructions here, too:
https://www.macheforum.com/site/threads/how-to-remove-mach-e-frunk-divider-diy-writeup.3953/

 

[ChasingCoral]

Glad to hear it went well! If my neighbor showed up with a screwdriver and headed my new car, well I am not sure I would have been calm... ?

I took out my dividers too - and used a kit from Amazon - the kit came in handy when I had to pop off some of the fairings to look inside (I thought I had a mouse - long story short - no mouse).

Here's the kit I bought from Amazon. It's overkill for the Frunk dividers but you'll be glad you have them the first time you have to remove the "luggage covers", those beauty panels around the Frunk that you need to remove to access the battery or charging lock release.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079SDN553/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Garbone]

Used my pocket knife to get purchase under the edge of the plastic rivets. Popped right out.

 

[John_C]

Hi all,

I've seen the frunk dividers removed on youtube videos, but are there any recommended tools that cause the least amount of damage to the plastic tub? I'd prefer not to rip them out using brute force and create a gaping hole where the plugs used to be.

Bought this tool set for $6.99 on Amazon after watching the video. Removed the frunk dividers in about 15 minutes yesterday with no damage or marking to the car. It was a piece of cake.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07R44VJHN?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

 

[Mirak]

Flathead screwdriver is just fine - if you’re careful. Otherwise those little tool sets you can buy on Amazon will make it a bit easier.

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