Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy

Re: Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy (NVmyVW)

Yeah, pry it out gently with a screwdriver, it's easy.


[Modified by NeedSLCBad, 10:58 PM 2-12-2002]

Re: Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy (NeedSLCBad)

i thought it had 2 torx screws located between the plug wires?? do you have to loosen the wiring guides, too?? it's been awhile since i took mine off. i left it off, though…
good luck,
luckyslc

Re: Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy (luckyslc)

Yes there are 2 torx bolts holding the cover on in the back under the plug wire guide. Once those are removed the cover can be easily removed and painted.

Re: Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy (CorradoSteve)

do i have to remove the plugs to romve the holder for them?
do you think regular spray paing will hol up tp the heat in the engine? i dont see why not but thought it would be a good idea to ask someone with experience on this.

Re: Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy (NVmyVW)

yes regular paint will hold up. mine has been painted since last summer and looks fine. the only thing you will want to do is make sure you clean it thoroughly. get all grease and dirt that has built up on it over the years. after that, you should be fine and the paint should hold.

Re: Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy (sanity29)

Remember to primer first. Helps paint stick.

Re: Removing and painting the Engine cover thingy (NVmyVW)

Anyone know how much an engince cover replacement is? My mounting points are broken.