Is it necessary to repaint a scratched door handle?
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The door handle is made of plastic and will not rust. If the appearance is not affected, it can be left untreated. However, it is important to pay attention to regular car maintenance during daily use. Relevant information about car maintenance is as follows: 1. Introduction: Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. 2. Maintenance scope: Modern car maintenance mainly includes the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, and other related components.
As an average car owner, I believe it's necessary to consider repainting scratches on door handles, as it not only affects the car's appearance but also impacts daily driving mood. For minor scratches that are just superficial, a simple DIY fix with a touch-up pen costing less than 50 RMB would suffice, with plenty of online tutorials available. However, if the scratch is deep enough to expose the metal primer, extra caution is needed. Prolonged exposure to rain can lead to rust, eventually causing rust holes, which would then require much more expensive repairs, ranging from hundreds to over a thousand RMB. I recall a friend's older car where a small scratch was ignored, and half a year later, the door handle rusted through, requiring a full handle assembly replacement costing 1500 RMB. Since door handles are used daily, both aesthetics and safety are important. I recommend addressing the issue promptly to save both hassle and money in the long run.
