What to do if there is a small dent on the car door without paint peeling?

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MacGia
07/24/25 4:12am
If there is a small dent on the car door without paint peeling, you can use a car sticker to cover it, or use hot water to repair the body dent. However, this repair method has limitations. If the dent is on an iron or aluminum car body, this method is not suitable because the strength of metal or aluminum car doors is relatively high. For minor dents, you can use an appropriate metalworking hammer to correct them. If the owner wants a more perfect repair, they can drive the car to a nearby repair shop or 4S store for metalworking repair. However, metalworking repairs usually take a long time. In daily use, it is essential to pay attention to car protection. Whether driving on the road or parking, always be aware of the surroundings to avoid collisions that could damage the car body.
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DelNorah
08/10/25 11:49pm
Recently, I got a small dent on my car door, but the paint was still intact. This kind of small dent without paint damage is actually not hard to fix. I used a DIY dent repair kit, the kind with a suction cup that costs just over ten yuan. First, I cleaned the door surface, applied the special adhesive and heated it up a bit, then pulled the suction cup hard, and the dent slowly popped back. When operating, don’t rush to use force; be patient and try multiple times. If you find the right spot, you won’t damage the paint. I remember once when I parked under a tree and a bird pecked at it—if you don’t fix these small dents, they can trap moisture and lead to rust, so early treatment saves worry and money. The tools are available online; just choose a good-quality one. The whole process takes less than half an hour, and the results are quite good.
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