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Has anyone run into a problem with this? Picture will be below. The hex screw is stripped (top part) and tried three different types of hex keys (allen wrenches) and it wont budge. Basically want to check out the fuses since something isnt working correctly. I only accessed the fuse box (front right side) ONLY once with no problem. Other times it was done at dealership. Anyone in MA (Boston area) could help me out with this tiny little task it would be much appreciated.
Another option is to use a a cut-off wheel on a dremel and cut a transverse slot across the head, then unscrew it with a flat-head screwdriver. If the remaining head of the screw starts to break off, then finish cutting off the head with the dremel, lift off the panel, and grab the shaft of the screw with vice grips and unscrew it.
Small diameter wheel and yes, a steady hand. You can brace your hand on the access panel, it's not that hard. Tape might help with the visuals (don't grind here), but offers no real protection against the carborundum wheel.
It appears there might still be enough there to get the screw out.
I would use a brand new metric allen wrench, probably T handle, not balldriver, name brand
Lean on it fairly hard while turning
got it! what a relief. i know the size is m5 x 20, but what screw should i get that is similar to my somewhat stripped one i have in the photo? once again thanks for the suggestions and offers.
As for replacement I'd advise going with another M5x20 SS button head cap screw like you have... but don't go all Arnold when tightening it up (it is only an M5 ). Mine looked exactly the same as yours when I got my car... managed to get them out with a new metric allen key... then replaced with new ones and no problem for the next nine years.
just for future reference
my local ACE hardware has them in stainless
or the dealer....
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