How to Repair a Broken Plastic Key Handle?
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Place the short-handled key on a metal box and trace its shape with a colored marker. Use a hot glue gun to apply glue over the traced shape. Press the key firmly onto the glue according to its shape. Add more glue if necessary. Remove it from the metal box while the glue is still soft and mold it by hand. Let it cool until the glue hardens. Done. Alternatively, you can visit a key duplication shop and select a key blank without a plastic head to make a new key. However, removing the plastic will eliminate the hole for attaching a keychain.
The plastic handle of the key is broken, and I have repaired it several times myself, which is simple and practical. First, clean the broken surface with a cotton swab to remove dust and oil stains. Then apply epoxy resin glue, evenly covering the cut area, and secure it with a small clip, letting it sit for more than half an hour. Once the glue dries, the handle will be firmly attached. If the handle is completely gone, you can search for "car key handle accessories" on Taobao, buy a replacement of the same model for about ten yuan, and install it yourself—the snap will be secure. Be careful not to let the glue flow into the key slot to avoid damaging the internal chip and affecting the remote function. For daily protection, such as using a silicone cover, it can prevent falls. DIY repairs save money on car repair shops and add fun to hands-on work. Prevention is better than cure, so regularly check the condition of your key.
