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[[Image:Remove the front undertray step 4.jpg|thumb|left|Topside of front undertray from Elise S2]] | [[Image:Remove the front undertray step 4.jpg|thumb|left|Topside of front undertray from Elise S2]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:58, 5 March 2023
| Time & Tools | |
| Time: | 5mins |
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| Tools: | 8mm Socket |
Procedure
Remove the three screws (8mm socket) securing the undertray to the front clamshell
This shows the rear lip securing the undertray.
Remove the nine screws (8mm socket) securing the undertray to the chassis
Now slide the undertray forward, so the rear edge drops out of the lip, and then backwards to remove from the car
Refitting
Not easy to refit without positioning yourself under the car.
- From below, slide the undertray inside the clamshell.
- Make sure it's the right way up!
- Key the rear of the undertray into the lip.
- Replace all 12 screws.
- The rear three screws are secured with Loctite.