What to Do When the Rear Door of the Car is Dented?
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Solutions for a dented rear car door: You can take it to a repair shop for panel beating and repainting. Automotive panel beating can restore the deformed parts of the car's outer shell. For example, if the car's outer shell has a dent, panel beating can return it to its original shape. Then, by applying specialized paint, the deformed metal surface of the car can be restored to match the undamaged areas, making it look as good as new. You can also purchase a dent repair kit. First, clean the dented area thoroughly. Then, load the special glue into the glue gun and plug it in to preheat for about 7 minutes. Next, choose an appropriate pad—note that larger dents require larger pads, as bigger pads provide greater traction. Apply the glue evenly on the pad using the glue gun and quickly press it onto the dented area. Hold it gently until the glue sets firmly. Align the hole in the center of the pull bridge with the firmly attached pad, place the nut onto the screw rod of the pad, and tighten it. Continue turning the nut until the dent is pulled out and leveled. After the repair is complete, remove the tools, spray alcohol on any residual glue on the car body, and finally clean it off with a scraper.
Looking at that big dent on the tailgate, my heart sank. Last time when my own car got dented, experience told me to stay calm first. For small dents, I tried pulling it out myself with a suction cup - tools bought online cost just dozens of yuan, and it only took a few minutes to fix; but if the dent is too deep or has cracks, don't force it to avoid making it worse. Then quickly take photos as evidence. If it's an accident, contact the insurance company promptly - they can reimburse part of the cost. Next, take it to a professional auto repair shop for assessment. The mechanics will use professional tools to straighten the metal and do bodywork and repainting, costing anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand yuan depending on severity. After repairs, don't forget to check the door locks and seals to ensure proper operation and waterproofing. When parking normally, be more careful - adding a reversing camera can prevent future incidents. In short, timely handling is key - don't delay until it becomes a safety hazard.
