The tabs hold the plastic rear valence in place so they should be approx horizontal. If they are bent downward you will have to remove the "T" panel and straighten them. They do not have to be bent to remove the "T" panel. Be real careful with the plastic valence as they are made out of unatainableium. (Ha Ha) While you have the "T" panel off remove the rectangular metal plate and check inside for any rust. David Teitelbaum vin 10757 --- In dmcnews@xxxx, Soma576@xxxx wrote: > Hey guys, > > i got my T-panel/passenger door rubbing it fixed. in case anyone is > wondering: > > the reason the doors hit the T-panel is probably not due to the