V8 Vantage headlamp washer cover

[Falcon75]

I need some advice for a relatively minor matter. I recently discovered that the small semi-teardrop shaped cover for the washer at the base of my left headlamp was missing. See the attached photo. My car did not come equipped with the optional headlamp washer, so this cosmetic black plastic cover apparently was only held in place by a spring hooked from behind. I have a replacement part (from Scuderia) and to use the spring connection, it would appear that I would have to take the left tire off, remove the inner lining and gain access from behind the left headlight. In short, that would be a royal pain! Is there any reason I cannot simply glue the cover to is former position? I cannot see any reason not to, but, since this is an Aston, I figured it better to ask. Perhaps somebody out there has similarly lost this small part and can advise. Thanks in advance.

[JonnyCJ]

If you do glue it be very careful on what glue you use. Superglue for example can cause blooming on some clear plastics and then you’re into a new headlight.

I’d be tempted to go the long way round. The wheel arch liner can be pulled back rather than totally removed.

[bogie]

I lost one of these covers on my previous Vantage, I dont remember it being difficult to replace, but I cant remember if I lost the spring or not. Perhaps the spring was still attached inside. Can you not attach the spring with some long pliers ?...from memory its not very long/not that far inside