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    Default Getting to F3 Spyder Battery

    I am curious as to how to get to the F3 battery. I looked at the owners manual and it looks like you have to lift out the frunk box, but it is not really clear about how to do it. I see that there are several (four, I think) fasteners that I presume hold it in place. Just how do I go about removing them; I have not seen fasteners like this before and I don't want to break something. Someone I follow on YouTube said just use a screwdriver or diagonal cutters to pull them out, but I thought I would run this by the in-house experts here. Thanks, folks.
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    You can use a screwdriver. There are 4 fasteners, just pull the center out and then pull the outside part out of the hole. They may come out in one piece. You will also need to remove the black panel below the headlights to lift the frunk bucket out.
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    How to get to the F3's battery:

    1. pop the hood.
    2. remove the bat-looking plastic cover that has a computer sign on it by pulling straight up on two lower corners
    3. use flat-head screwdriver to pop the center pins of the black plastic rivets
    4. pull out the base of the plastic rivets
    5. lift out the tub

    To replace - reverse the procedure. The only problem you'll face is that bat-looking plastic cover with the computer sign on it. Yea, you'll need to apply some rubber-safe oil or a silicone grease to the rubber grommets on each side and on the matching plastic rivets on the cover. Holding the cover in place by the center with one hand apply pressure with another hand on each side pushing down and forward.

    Good luck installing that plastic cover back
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    Speedsterjohnny,

    The fasteners you are referring to are called push pins, and I got this tool from Harbor Freight (Sears sells them too), and it works great for removing them. You can use a screwdriver to if you want, but this tool makes it so much easier for me.


    Push Pin Pliers
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    Only: $9.99
    Compare to $19.99, Craftsman Craftsman
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    I need to buy a set of those. The push pins are just too easy to lose using a screwdriver.
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    I looked at the Harbor Freight push pin pliers and they all stunk. The jaws did not meet squarely and, amongst all the pairs on the rack there was no consistency in the quality of the jaws. I paid a bit more but got a good pair from Lisle.
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    R.e. Harbor freight pliers: yes, I bought a pair and then true up the surfaces with a file and India Stone. You have to Be careful with any plier or you can damage the pins. Watched a tech mangle some using his Mac Tool plier.

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    I use this tool for removing the auto push clips that are on the Spyder
    Place toll under the top of the center pin don't remove the center pin completely that way you want loose it, then place tool under the main larger body piece.

    Removal tool.jpg Push pin Removal tool.jpg
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    I use the Harbor Freight one and I think it works great. I bought one for both my sons and a friend, they all like them.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bruce B View Post
    I use this tool for removing the auto push clips that are on the Spyder
    Place toll under the top of the center pin don't remove the center pin completely that way you want loose it, then place tool under the main larger body piece.

    Removal tool.jpg Push pin Removal tool.jpg
    And where did you get that tool?
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    Here's what they look like:
    Spyder Fasteners.jpg
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pirate looks at -- View Post
    And where did you get that tool?
    Try amazon or ebay, we can buy them from most Auto & Tool supply shops here in NZ

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bruce B View Post
    I use this tool for removing the auto push clips that are on the Spyder
    Place toll under the top of the center pin don't remove the center pin completely that way you want loose it, then place tool under the main larger body piece.

    Removal tool.jpg Push pin Removal tool.jpg
    Quote Originally Posted by Pirate looks at -- View Post
    And where did you get that tool?

    While looking for something not related, I came upon this, and now all I need to do is find what I was looking for.

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/Heavy-Duty-...gAAOSwFb5aAizG
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    Thanks
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    Quote Originally Posted by Don'tPanic View Post
    1. pop the hood.
    2. remove the bat-looking plastic cover that has a computer sign on it by pulling straight up on two lower corners
    3. use flat-head screwdriver to pop the center pins of the black plastic rivets
    4. pull out the base of the plastic rivets
    5. lift out the tub

    To replace - reverse the procedure. The only problem you'll face is that bat-looking plastic cover with the computer sign on it. Yea, you'll need to apply some rubber-safe oil or a silicone grease to the rubber grommets on each side and on the matching plastic rivets on the cover. Holding the cover in place by the center with one hand apply pressure with another hand on each side pushing down and forward.

    Good luck installing that plastic cover back
    The bat-looking plastic cover removed easily with a gentle prod using a large flat blade screwdriver.... popped right off. I sprung for a push pin pliers at NAPA which was delivered same day from their distribution center. Advance Auto, Auto Zone and Home Depot all had to order, Home Depot referring me to the online source with no offer to order for me. The push pins came out easily and out came the tub. I did use a rubber safe lubricant, but had no problem putting it back on. The push pins were a little stubborn, but I managed to get them back in too.

    The reason for this procedure was the installation of a power plate from Lamonster Garage. My only question, and I raised it with their tech by phone, was why it was mounted on the left (clutch lever) side when there seemed to be so much more room on the right. Oh well, it's on, it works and I'm happy. Thanks to all of you for your suggestions.

    Hoss

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