Tuesday, December 17, 2013
How to Remove a Rear Bumper Bar From a Toyota Cressida
There are many reasons why you may need to remove the rear bumper on your Toyota Cressida. It is possible that your bumper has been damaged in an accident or that you just want to upgrade to a fancy one. Fortunately, this is a job you can do right at home with very little mechanical ability or experience. Be ready to spend about an hour to remove your bumper. You just need to purchase a few tools that can be found at any hardware store.
Instructions
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Park your vehicle in a comfortable workspace and set your parking brake.
2Open the trunk of your car using the ignition key. Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws on the inside of the trunk where the plastic cover hides the bumper bolts.
3Remove the four bolts that secure the bumper using a socket wrench.
4Remove the screws that hold part of the bumper from the underside of the rear wheel fender wells. These screws are located near the rear bumper.
5Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry apart the rivets that hold the plastic part of the rear bumper to the metal part.
6Pull off the rear bumper using your hands. It may take a little force to pull it off if it has any dirt or grime in the connection areas.
Thursday, October 24, 2013
How to Patch a Car Bumper
Over time, your cars bumper will likely sustain cracks, scratches or blemishes. If you accidentally bump into other objects or get hit by other vehicles, the damage can be minor but noticeable. Since many of todays cars have plastic bumpers, you can patch a hole, crack or blemish yourself, which will save you from spending money on expensive car repairs. This task requires a few tools and materials.
Instructions
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Smooth the affected area of the bumper with a section of 80-grit sandpaper by rubbing the sand paper across the damage from side to side. This will help the paint adhere to the bumper.
2Slide on a pair of plastic gloves. Dab a small quantity of plastic prep solvent onto a clean lint-free microfiber cloth. Smooth the solvent across the affected area of the bumper in the same direction. Do not wipe back and forth.
3Stir together 3 tbsp. of hardener and 3 tbsp. of repair adhesive on a piece of cardboard.
4Wipe the repair adhesive and hardener mixture on the damaged area of the bumper with a squeegee. Wait about 20 minutes for the substance to dry on the bumper. Apply another layer if necessary to completely cover the blemish. Wait for it to dry before moving on. Use only as much of the mixture as you need; you may not use it all.
5Apply a thin layer of plastic filler onto the damaged area with your second squeegee. Wait for it to dry, which normally takes 20 to 30 minutes. Be careful not to put the plastic filler on too thick, because it will be harder to sand down later.
6Smooth out the repaired area with a piece of 80-grit sandpaper. Make sure the plastic filler has completely dried before you do this.
7Dispense the paint you will be using into the paint sprayer, according to the manufacturers directions. Apply two or three coats of paint to the affected area, waiting about one hour between coats. Allow the paint to dry overnight.
