Can't remove firmware password

Hi Guys,
I have big time trouble with my first MacBook Pro(2011 i7 2.2ghz 8gb ram 6750m), i can't remove the firmware password(i need to boot up Apple Hardware Test because of problems with my HDD). I booted the Snow Leopard disc that came with my MacBook and opened the firmware password utility and pressed remove password but i doesn't remove it. PLEASE help me, i already have an broken screen(out of the factory is getting fixed soon) and it keeps hanging every day 4 times:(
So please tell me how i can i remove the password.
Greetings,
TNAJanssen

According to http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3554
"Only Apple retail stores or Apple Authorized Service Providers can  unlock a MacBook Air (Late 2010), MacBook Pro (Early 2011), or iMac (Mid 2011) computer protected by a firmware password.
If you cannot remember the firmware password for your MacBook Air, schedule a service appointment with either an Apple Retail Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider.  If you plan to visit an Apple Retail store please make a reservation at the Genius Bar using http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/ (available in some countries only)."

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