Tool used to Remove the Rivets that Hold the Taillight Assembly on a 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan

Question:

I have the hitch and trailer light wiring package ready to install on my 02 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport, but where do I get that handy-dandy little tool you used to pop the pushpins? Is there a substitute that I might have around the house to use that wont destroy the pushpins? Can I use a vice-grip? Thanks for your help.

asked by: Lil M

Expert Reply:

That handy-dandy tool you see in the videos is a trim panel tool. We have # PT73HJ as an option that you could use.

I advise against using vice grips as it will tear up the pins. You could use a smaller claw hammer if available. A very small pry bar (crow bar) could work as well. I suppose you could wedge two spoons under it and pry it out that way. Depending on how tight they are you might bend the spoons. If you had a very flat wrench it might work the same as the trim panel tool.

expert reply by: Michael H