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I just accomplished my first cabin filter R&R and thought I'd share some observations:
As to the "considerable force" needed to disengage the plastic dowels/pegs, that all depends. Using a straight tool like a screwdriver, even a big one, really lessens the mechanical advantage. A pry bar with a small curve allows you to put the force right where you need it...adjacent to the dowel. In this way, not a whole lot of force required. You can also use the box end of a large-ish ( 7/8'' to 1" ) combo wrench, as the box end is angled upward. Trying to use a flat screwdriver means applying lots of force along the whole side of the glove box: I could see where some would be concerned they'll break the thing. I know I was.
Attaching "pull" wire or whatever to the lanyard was a GREAT idea. Thanks.
Did the whole thing in 10 or 12 minutes. I can shave that down to 5 or so next time.
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