[SlowFosho]

It's almost impossible to remove some of those without breaking them. I broke about 3-4 of them when I removed the front bumper.

 

[SlowFosho]

Has anyone attempted the conversion on the AWD model? I can't believe there is no cover for this car. I know from experience my 2010 Civic based on the R18 engine deteriorated rapidly - engine mounts done at 50K, every bolt rusted through, etc.

Hello! I have a 2016 HRV Ex-L Navi AWD with no splash guard installed. I notice an extra 3/4" reinforcement on the crossmember under the transfert case which prevent to install the original splash guard. I ordered the part from Honda & I trimmed it of by 2" of the rear part. All other 6 screws were installed as per Honda specs. For now, I used TyRaps for the rear end but on my next oil change, I will weld fit some plastic extender from the part I previously cut off & install better fastener.
The part cost at regular price at Honda: $67cdn + hardware. I assume that it will cost me $7000 in gasoline in the next 4 years & if I save 0.5% in fuel economy, it will be paid off & all the mud, salt, etc won't get to my engine. I presumed Honda will built one that fit in 2017 so you may wait for it & buy it already trimmed!!

See that post above.

 

[SlowFosho]

I changed the oil out on the HRV today and used a tool for clips that I found in my dad's tool box. It made removing that bottom cover a lot easier and I didn't break any clips this time. It looks similar to this.

Here's a pretty good deal on clips + the tool.
https://smile.amazon.com/Bumper-Fas...1WJQC28/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1540186348&sr=8-7&keywords=push+clips+Honda+tool

 

[SlowFosho]

I have those style clips and the threaded ones on my engine cover. Can these replace the threaded clips? I question if the stock car came with them or if it's what the dealer replaced a few with... They're a pain in the ass

Mine only has this type of clips and the 4 or 6 metal screws.