[WRCREX]

Hey guys,

Just pulled the splitter from my 2017 1LE and decided to write this guide because I literally couldn't find one on the site. This will just be a super quick guide for noobs so that they can get the part off without ruining their car (not everyone who has these cars is a pro with mods).

Tools Needed:

Dolly Jack
Two Jack Stands
Drill and bit set
Screwdriver Set
Old Credit Card and Sanding Sponge
Bug/Tar Remover or WD40


Steps:

1. Jack the car up and position stands to provide enough clearance
2. Get under car and remove the 9 or so black bolts that secure the lip.
3. Grab your drill and put a small sharp bit on it, drill into the 4 or so rivets and pop them through (dont overdo the bit size)

4.(Hard Part)

Grab an old credit card and a 3M sanding sponge (or any sandpaper that you have laying around) and file down the card for a few minutes until sharp. Use the back side of the card against the car and start from one side and gently pull the lip/Splitter back while you use your credit card to gently cut the 3M auto tape. This part is a bitch so just work it slow to not cause scratches.

5. Use WD-40 or Bug/Tar Remover to saturate the residual tape.
6. Use the sharp credit card to gently peel the tape (or use a razor, your call)
7. Clean the surface thoroughly before re-installation of your aftermarket lip.
8. Prep new lip with 3M auto foam tape.
9. Mount new lip.
10. Re-Rivet the four or so holes that take the rivets.
11. Install the black screws.

Done.

[cdrptrks]

Thanks, here are a few things I will add:

You can use ramps instead of a jack and stands.

I believe the bolts are 7mm.

Goo gone may be another good option.

I used a retractable utility knife ( https://www.harborfreight.com/hand-t...ife-60828.html ) instead of a credit card but you have to be careful. I used wood shims ( https://www.homedepot.com/p/7-5-in-C...1701/301757712 ) to keep a bit of a gap between the splitter and the bumper while using the knife in a sawing motion. Fishing line would probably work too. A heat gun or hair dryer can help to reduce the stickiness of the adhesive. Also make sure your replacement tape is as thin as the OEM tape. Mine was a bit thicker and I would have colored the edge with a sharpie before mounting the replacement splitter if I'd noticed since it is slightly visible up close.