23rd Dec 2014 -
Finally, I've got my replacement rear LED tail lights. As usual, top quality customer service by Ewen at Clark Motorsport --> http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/207-clark-motorsport/
And also lucky that the sky decided to stop raining for a bit so that I can quickly swap them over.
Firstly....here the tools of my choice today for this job
1.) 2 x Umbrella
2.) 10m socket
3.) Ratchet
4.) Screwdriver (flat head)
As you can see, there will be 3 plastic caps on the tail light, simply lifted up with a screwdriver with minimum force.
Then 10mm socket to remove 3x bolts
Next, the tricky bit of removing them, I've searched all over the internet and followed some best practices to avoid damaging my current tail lights
Umbrella ??? - Not for the rain but its a useful tool to remove both tail lights without damaging the plastic studs. Here's a picture below to show why.....
Remember, the tail lights needs to be pulled away from the car as shown by yellow arrows, not upwards as it will damage/snap the 2x plastic studs. It can be a little stiff, make sure the straps on your umbrella goes in (towards the center of the tail lights) as far as possible. Be brave, but be careful not to over pull as the connectors are still connected.
Just press the tab as shown in yellow pic below, and pull. It might be a little bit stiff or might be difficult to press with a cold numb fingers, use a flat head screwdriver
Once removed, simple reverse the procedure. Remember not to over tighten the bolts
Here's few pics of them fitted - Before
After (sun is out so pics a little bit brighter and can't really do the LED lights justice)
Overall, took me about 30min max to get them swapped. They definitely transformed my zed!! Absolutely love it!!
Again, thanks to Ewen for sorting this out for me. Much appreciated.....another happy customer!!