What's the plastic plate under the rear bumper?
In the automotive field, the plastic plate under the rear bumper is called the deflector. The main function of this board is to reduce the lift generated by the car at high speed, thus preventing the rear wheel from floating outside. The deflector is usually secured by screws or fasteners. It is worth mentioning that the plastic shell under the headlights is also composed of three parts: bumper, outer plate, buffer material and beam. In addition to its aesthetic function, the baffle can also absorb and slow down the external impact force, protecting the front and rear parts of the body. In the collision, the deflector can reduce the injury to pedestrians, even at high speed impact can also play a role in protecting the driver and passenger.
The installation position of the deflector is generally under the bumper, which can effectively reduce the lift of the vehicle at high speed, thereby improving the stability of the vehicle. In addition, the deflector can also reduce the wind resistance of the vehicle during driving and improve fuel economy. Therefore, the deflector has an important role in the automotive field.
In general, the plastic plate under the bumper is a deflector, which can not only prevent the rear wheel from floating outside, but also absorb and slow down the external impact force, and protect the front and rear parts of the body. In the event of a collision, the deflector can reduce the injury to pedestrians and improve the safety of drivers and passengers. The installation position of the baffle is generally under the bumper, which can reduce the lift of the vehicle at high speed, improve the stability of the vehicle, and improve the fuel economy.
The method of removing the lower trim plate of the rear bar mainly includes the following steps :
Remove the trim : First, check the bumper for the trim, if so, use a screwdriver to gently pry them off. These decorative pieces are usually made of plastic and are easily damaged, so care should be taken when handling .
Release the clip : Use a plastic pry bar to insert it into the gap in the bumper and slowly pry it off along the edge. When the pry rod enters the gap between the bumper and the vehicle, you will feel the presence of the buckle. Continue prying open until all the snaps are released 1.
Remove fasteners (if any) : If there are fasteners in the bumper (such as screws or clasp), use a wrench or socket wrench to unscrew them. If no fasteners are available, this step can be skipped .
pry off the trim plate : For the lower trim plate of the rear bar, you can use a flat screwdriver to pry down the lower trim plate of the door handle and pull it apart from the middle down and out. After removing the handle lower trim, the fasteners that hold the trim inside, such as screws, can be seen, and then remove them using the appropriate tools .
Cleaning up the site : After the removal is complete, remove all tools and decorations, then put the bumper in a safe place for later installation .
Before any disassembly work, turn off the engine and turn off the engine to avoid accidents during operation . In addition, the specific removal steps may vary for different models, so it is recommended to refer to the vehicle's owner's manual or find a model-specific removal guide online.
When the plastic plate under the bumper is broken, it needs to be replaced. If the accessories are mounted separately on the bumper, then these accessories can be purchased and installed separately. However, if the attachment is integrated with the bumper, it can only be replaced in full. If the damage is just a simple crack, you can choose to carry out maintenance treatment, which is more economical.
Bumper damage can affect a vehicle in many ways. First of all, it will affect the appearance of the vehicle, making the vehicle look incongruous. Secondly, defective places may lead to prolonged loosening and abnormal noise. Finally, if the bumper is badly damaged, the vehicle may not pass the annual inspection.
For the classification of vehicle bumpers, it is mainly divided into three categories. The first category is the original accessories, the price is higher, but it is very suitable after installation. The second type is the auxiliary parts, the price is moderate, but there may be certain defects after installation. The third type is the disassembly parts, the price is relatively low, but the choice needs to find a bumper that fits the color of the car.
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