How to Repair Scratches on a Car

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Methods to repair scratches on a car include: 1. Applying toothpaste: Apply toothpaste to the scratched area and rub it back and forth to effectively remove the scratch and prevent rust; 2. Waxing: Minor scratches can be removed with regular maintenance wax, while deeper scratches require rubbing compound; 3. Touch-up paint pen: Use a touch-up paint pen to color the scratch. For deeper scratches, apply body filler first before painting. The steps are waxing, sanding, cleaning, and waxing again—do not apply too much wax, just enough to cover the damaged area; 4. Using an eraser: Some very light marks can be removed by rubbing with an eraser.