How to remove fender tabs?

[S2K_FD3S]

Hi all
Newb question here. But how do you remove these tabs without breaking them?
I'm trying to install fender guards on the FL5. Figured i ask before I break two more tabs. I used flat head. I've used 2 flat heads. Broke both tabs on the driver side already.
Thanks in advance

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[egxflash]

Just pop out the middle (in red below) and the entire tab should pop out easily. You can use a thin flathead or use trim removal tools like these.

 

[PNEUMA]

My car was brand new and two of the four still broke. This is even after using a small bit of spray lubricant on them and two very small flathead screwdrivers, to help in popping up the center button.
If your car has been driven in the rain at all, the road grime that migrates in pretty much guarantees that these rivets will break. Just go to a dealership as the parts department always has them in stock.

 

[S2K_FD3S]

Just pop out the middle (in red below) and the entire tab should pop out easily. You can use a thin flathead or use trim removal tools like these.

That's what I did. They break before popping out.

 

[ctechauto]

That's what I did. They break before popping out.

The fender ones are notorious for breaking even if you're careful. What works best we've seen is dont try to do it in one motion. Little by little with very light pressure and they should scooch out.

 

[Two Step Performance]

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