I used a tool I made for my Jetta's air cleaner box. There was so much
crap around the box that it was hard to get all the latches closed
after a filter change.
Made from a coat hanger, it has a little hook on the end that would go
in through the slots, and allow you to pull up on the grill from
behind. Pull at the ends near the push in clips that hold them in
place, not in the middle. This way there's no prying on your
otherwise good surfaces. Remember to touch up the scratches on the
back before you put them back in.
Stu
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