[Z06] help with haltech trap


The filter hangs down so low, that whoever installed it had to leave the 3 middle screws under the front of the car off. the filter pushes up on the plastic, so it is impossible to install these screws.
Is this how it is supposed to be? Looks prety rube goldbergish to me.
What are my options? Seems like the plastic would have to be cut.
TIA



