Removal of engine cover

I thought that sucker is removed by pulling it straight up.

 

No problem @TopRamen . Just left it straight up. There's no clip or screws to remove.

 

Show us a picture after you are done.

I think I kind of like the contrast. But I'd be curious as to how it looks once it is done.

 

I through ours away almost 4 years ago after I started do my own oil changes,

 

I'm glad I decided to plasti dip mine...

 

I like it.
Really makes the Hybrid Synergy Drive stand out, and looks sharp on it's own.

 

The cover severs no purpose, I keep our engine clean, and fluid level's full. Because we drive the crap out of our car, and fast.

 

On our Christmas trip to western Washington I did do the intake blocks this time. Damn it was cold and snowy in eastern OR and WA .

 

I think the cover makes the engine bay look better. More modern.

As a cover it might also keep some dirt off of the engine, and it also may retain just a little more heat, which may aid in heating the engine up that much faster.

Cosmetic value is a value.

I wouldn't automatically default to the idea that the cover serves no purpose.
I think you're fine without. Engines have operated for years without plastic covers. But personally? I see little value in throwing it out. I mean how hard is it to remove and put back?

 

Yes. Pull straight up.