2003 Toyota Matrix License plate bolts

Tiny
SBEITELS
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  • 2003 TOYOTA MATRIX
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 170,000 MILES
In taking out the plastic bolts for license plate holder change, the heads of the bolts broke off at the head! How in the world can I get the rest of those bolts out so the license plate can be put back on the car? This is the back plate too!
Tuesday, April 29th, 2014 AT 7:38 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the bolt is plastic, simply drill out the center of the plastic bolt and work the rest of it out. Make sure to use a drill bit that is smaller than the OD of the bolt so you don't damage the threaded sections.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2014 AT 5:09 AM

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