How do I remove the rear boot plastic?

[CapnAHAB]

.. to get to the back of the S boot handle? I can't see any screws so I assume it pops off, but I don't want to rip it off incase I damage ay clips.. (going to paint the rear S)

I've tried a search but I can't find anything specific.

Any help would be appreciated!

thanks!

 

[Nev_LCR]

2 screws where the handles are, there are alot of clips and they are strong, short sharp pull on it will do the job.

 

[lc_allan]

You can also pop out the light units (3 nuts). This will give you access to some of the clips and you can prise a few out with a screwdriver (carefully )
Will make it easier when pulling on it. It makes a fair bit of noise but watch for any stress areas on the plastic before it splits.

 

[CapnAHAB]

cheers guys.

Found the screws thanks. Indeed I should have waited for the last post it seems, one of the clips has managed to rip the boot plastic it was stuck so fast.

Anyway both front and back S'es are now off and in primer.

Cheers

 

[n11tht]

i painted mine today and plastic was easy to do! what colour are you going for? i'll upload some pics of mine when i find the camera

 

[CapnAHAB]

the Leon is red (flash red?) so i've gone for VW Diamond Black. Will pop pics up when it all dries and gets back on the car