Interior hatch plastic removal help

[jonlax]

I am in dire need of getting the inside plastic panneling off on the hatch of my 99 sport. I need to begin prep work for the dent that has occured on the outside from the trail. Will i need a special tool to remove it? Some cars that i have owned in the past needed special tools to remove interior plastics. All help needed!

Thanks,Jon

 

[DeathsArrow]

Which panels are you looking to remove?

 

[SkanlaxJMO]

if we are talking about the same thing they are just pop rivets and screws. Tools needed: screwdriver pliers.......or if you have a pop rivet tool.

 

[jonlax]

I am talking about the interior plastic that has vents in it.

 

[MONMIX]

Pros use pannel poppers, you can use a spatula or a fat, flat head screwdriver.

I believe you are talking about the lift gate trim pannel. So just remove the pull handle ( two phillips screws ) and walk your way around the pannel.

Here are some examples of pannel poppers. Worth every penny. Every tool box needs at least one of these.