How to Fix a Lifted Roof Trim on a Car?
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To fix a lifted roof trim on a car, you can simply glue it back yourself or visit a 4S shop for professional repair. Below are the functions of the roof trim: 1. The roof trim mainly serves a decorative purpose and does not have a waterproofing function. It helps guide rainwater during rainfall. 2. Another function of the roof trim is to cover the welding points, as the connection between the roof and the side panels uses standard spot welding, leaving many exposed welding points. Here is more information about the trim: (1) For roofs with trim, the connection between the roof panel and the side panels uses standard spot welding. The rubber trim serves to cover the welding seams. Additionally, the slightly lower position of the rubber trim helps guide rainwater during rainfall. (2) For roofs without trim, laser welding is used, resulting in a smooth appearance with only two grooves designed to guide water.
I was also quite anxious when the roof trim on my car started peeling last time. This issue usually boils down to three reasons: aging and deformation of the trim, adhesive failure, or improper installation. The repair process involves a few steps: first, use a heat gun to soften the trim (be careful not to overheat and damage the paint), clean off the old adhesive thoroughly, then apply specialized automotive adhesive and flatten it with a squeegee. Doing it yourself requires some patience—it took me about half an hour to fix. If the trim is severely cracked, spending around a hundred bucks to replace it with a new one is more hassle-free. Usually, try to avoid parking in direct sunlight, and regularly spraying some rubber protectant can extend its lifespan. These little tricks that seasoned drivers know are quite effective.
