What is the repair method for a door limiter that is not limiting?
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Door limiters are prone to wear and metal fatigue. If you encounter this issue, you can go to a repair shop to apply some grease, or it's also convenient to buy a box online and apply it yourself. Some car models have a layer of plastic covering the limiter. If only the outer plastic is damaged without affecting the limiter itself, replacement is not necessary. However, if it's broken, visit a 4S shop.
That's how my car repair experience went. The door limiter wasn't limiting, the door would always open too wide and easily bounce back. The cause might be loose connecting bolts or wear and deformation of the limiter itself. I would first check if the bolts are tight with a wrench, and tighten them if loose, then apply some WD-40 lubricating grease at the joint area, which can solve most issues. If that doesn't work, the limiter is likely broken and needs to be removed and replaced with a new part, making sure to select a matching model and align it properly during installation. The whole process is quite simple—just get a friend to help hold the door to prevent pinching, and you can finish it in about ten minutes with hand tools. Preventive measures include not slamming the door open or shut and applying lubricant every six months to avoid these small troubles and save big money.
