So ive got all the plastic pieces surrounding the silver strut bar cover off, but i cant get the silver piece out. I read that people say it just pops off, but when i try to gently pull it up, theres a lot of crackling noises so im scared im gonna break it. Just want to make sure im doing it right. Below is a picture, all the black pieces aren't attached:

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Just pull evenly on either side of that rectangle cover piece with a see saw motion

 

too much junk in dat trunk!!!

lol

 

Just pull it lol, even if it breaks you can replace the broken clips

 

This.

There are only 2 clips holding it in, which are evenly placed on center on either side of the Z emblem on the underside.

 

LOL stop looking at the golf clubs, gym bag, bag of books, dry cleaning bag, gas can, car soap... HAHA...

Thanks for all the info... ill just pull that thing off!