Need Help Removing The Rocker Panel Covers!

Hi Guys,

I really need help getting the plastic covers (under the doors) that are on the rocker panels off of the car. I have a 99 alero 4 door and want to fix some rust underneath, but I can't until I get these plastic covers off. After you take all the plastic screws out, there are some clips holding the covers on that are inside. I need a way to get these off without damaging the car, or the plastic panels. Has anyone taken these off?

Thanks in advance.
Matt

[sound_xtreme]

small screwdrivers, it's a bitch man, worst part on the car to take off. the second time i took mine off i just pull real hard until most all of the clips just broke.

[cherrington17]

what sound said. get a screwdriver under it, work one or two clips free, and give it a good yank. chances are you'll end up breaking a few of them. it happens.

[Oldsman]

after you get the clips off under neath i then used a door panel popper and went from one end to the other. it is a bitch but just go slow and careful and it will come off.