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  1. 05F430F1

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    #1 05F430F1, Jul 25, 2023
    Does anyone know what kind of screws hold the AC panel up in a F8 (488)? I can feel two tunnels for the screws but can’t tell what they are… torx? Phillips? Anyone know? … and also, is this panel just those two screws to remove? Pretty easy? Thanks dudes.


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  2. Viperjoe

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    #2 Viperjoe, Jul 25, 2023
    A/C panel? Photo please. I’ll bet 5.5 or 6 mm torx.


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    #3 SD455TA, Jul 25, 2023
    Nothing easy about ANY of it
     
  4. Eric C

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    #4 Eric C, Jul 25, 2023
    And your warranty is voided. I'm reporting you.
     
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    #5 05F430F1, Jul 25, 2023
    Really SD?? It doesn’t just drop down after removing the two whatever screws? Ugh… was just wondering what tool to stick up in there and start twisting (shut up Eric) and then hoped it’d just pull down so I can install the carbon fiber and then screw it back up.


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    #6 Viperjoe, Jul 26, 2023
    Are you referring to the HVAC control panel? The CF covers I’ve seen are affixed with two-sided tape.
     
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    #7 05F430F1, Jul 26, 2023
    Yes… but that panel needs to be removed from dash to affix the carbon… then reinstall,.. I guess I’ll just keep sticking different torx or screwdrivers up there and see what grabs… I’ll try the 5.5-6 torx… I’m hoping once I remove the two screws that it just pulls down without too much drama. I have interior plastic pry tools also if I gotta give it a little encouragement… will find out tomorrow probably as I begin to install all this carbon everywhere.


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    #9 Eric C, Jul 26, 2023
    Mmmm Carbon
     
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    #10 05F430F1, Jul 26, 2023
    It’s gonna be way faster when I’m done


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    #11 Shorn355, Jul 26, 2023
    This will no doubt cause the ECU to freak out and throw a code resulting in a CEL...

    It might even cause your TPMS to auto-deflate your tires...

    :eek::eek::cool::cool:
     
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    #12 05F430F1, Jul 26, 2023
    sh*t, returning all sick, rad mods tomorrow. Thanks Shorn for the heads up.
     
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    #13 05F430F1, Jul 27, 2023
    Still looking for help or knowledge about the A/C panel in an F8…. I ‘think’ I found a tool that fits in the screws holding it in— a T15 seems to grab… not positive but feels like it.

    So does anyone know that if I remove these screws (there seems to be 3), if the unit will just drop down with no extra drama?


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    #14 Ivan Drago, Jul 28, 2023
    Ricambi doesnt have any insight on how to install this stuff?
     
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    #15 05F430F1, Jul 28, 2023
    They’ve been super nice but don’t think they know what screws they are or if there is more effort other than the 3 screws- I managed to get the S-duct, center lock cover, water tank cover, flag badge, engine bay surrounds etc done…. I just bought a better style tool that I think will work to remove the screws from AC control panel — will see later tonight.


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    #16 Eric C, Jul 28, 2023
    Are there no service manuals online?
     
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    #17 05F430F1, Jul 28, 2023
    that sounds like a lot of work instead of just bumbling' fumblin', figuring it out and asking you guys.
     
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    #18 Eric C, Jul 28, 2023
    Yeah I was totally kidding. Ain't nobody got time for that
     
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    #19 05F430F1, Jul 28, 2023
    whew! good. that would be insane if you were serious.
     
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    #20 05F430F1, Jul 28, 2023
    success! Just the 3 screws on backside up top... it's wiggles right down, installed the CF and screwed back up. Perfect. No issues if anyone else is thinking of doing it.
     
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    #22 Eric C, Jul 28, 2023
    Oh snap
     
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    #24 05F430F1, Jul 28, 2023
    ****, yes, I do all mods, detail, ceramic coatings etc in shorts only-- no shoes either... I'm a man child.
     
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    #25 AD211, Jul 28, 2023
    Well, at least you have some clothes on! I add the shirt when I’m detailing. otherwise sweat drips on my beautiful glossy finish.


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