Body Panel Removal from RS

[BernieB627]

I have a new 2016 RS and need to remove all of the body panels to install LED lights, a radio, and to place decals. There seems to be only a few hex head bolts on the panels, and I guess there are a lot of clips I don't see. I have a manual and shop book, but they only have exploded views but no instructions. Anyone have any tips as to the sequence to remove the panels, how to do it, and anything else that I need to know. Thanks.

 

[Chupaca]

Here's what I do...

Start with the mid panels (where your knees are). Then the front panels (pop the frunk lid to get the push pins) then the rear panels (you have push pins under the seat and torx under the splash panel) youy will have to disconnect the turn signals. Then on to the air dams. finally the splash guards (there are 10mm bolts under going to the frame. Finally the top plate and the tail piece. The frunk can be removed as a unit or just the lid...good luck take your time and keep the screws and pins with each panel...:thumbup:

 

[JAS POWER]

Check owners manual

I have a 2012 RS-S my owners manual has pretty good instructions. Are you sure they don't have instructions in your owners manual for removing panels???

If not maybe try down loading a 2012 RS-S owners manual.

 

[Huked]

I have a new 2016 RS and need to remove all of the body panels to install LED lights, a radio, and to place decals. There seems to be only a few hex head bolts on the panels, and I guess there are a lot of clips I don't see. I have a manual and shop book, but they only have exploded views but no instructions. Anyone have any tips as to the sequence to remove the panels, how to do it, and anything else that I need to know. Thanks.

:agree: if that is still not clear? You can look up things like changing the battery and such on YouTube most the jobs start by showing what panels need to come off and how. Several of the sway bar videos show hoe to remove the frunk. Just look through YouTube you will find a ton of help.

 

[JerryB]

Hi Bernie,

Re: need to remove all of the body panels

Look here:

Breakdown:

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...yder-Breakdown-Arntufun-Style-Updated-Version

Sway Bar Install:

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...-Anti-Sway-Bar-install&highlight=sway+install

Changing the coolant:

Oil Change Tips:

Jerry Baumchen

 

[wyliec]

Nice job JerryB. To get my panels off my 2008, I just have to snap my fingers once, and click heels 3 x's.