Why can't the edge of the bumper be pressed back down?
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The edge of the bumper can't be pressed back down because the bumper has experienced friction or compression, causing the internal clips to detach. The bumper needs to be removed in order to reset it. Introduction to bumpers: Automobile bumpers are safety devices designed to absorb and mitigate external impacts, protecting the front and rear of the vehicle body. Many years ago, front and rear bumpers were made of steel plates stamped into channel steel, riveted or welded to the frame longitudinal beams, with a significant gap from the vehicle body, which looked very unattractive. Material of bumpers: The front and rear bumpers of cars are made of plastic, commonly referred to as plastic bumpers. Generally, a car's plastic bumper consists of three parts: the outer panel, cushioning material, and crossbeam. The outer panel and cushioning material are made of plastic, while the crossbeam is formed by stamping cold-rolled thin plates into a U-shaped channel; the outer panel and cushioning material are attached to the crossbeam.
I've encountered the issue of a warped bumper before, and it was quite frustrating when it wouldn't snap back into place. Generally speaking, this could be due to broken or loose retaining clips, as these clips are made of plastic and can easily break after minor impacts or prolonged use. If you try gently pressing the edges but they don't budge, it's likely that the internal bracket is deformed or the screws have loosened. I recommend first checking the fixing points under the bumper yourself to see if there's any obvious damage. If you can't fix it, don't force it—otherwise, it might get blown off while driving, which could cause an accident. It's safer to drive to a professional repair shop or a 4S store for inspection as soon as possible. Usually, avoiding curbs and similar obstacles when parking can help reduce the chances of this happening.
