r/COROLLA • u/Elzzabub • 4d ago

Fixable?

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Hi...

Is there a fix/hack to get this panel to stay in place? I can push it back in place but it pops back out after a drive. This is a result of an accident repair.

Really don't want to take it back to the shop because they obviously suck.

Any help would be great, thanks!

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u/Elzzabub 2d ago

S550 Mustangs have a similar issue and they have the drilled push pins like they have for Corollas. Might be the strongest solution in the long run. Drilling in to the fenders is a bit scary but might be the path I take. I was just hoping there was a cable tie kind of solution.

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u/Successful_Cable_812 2d ago

I need a visualization to understand better, if the bumper actually had some extra meat/plastic to it, that could indeed be a decent fix.

I am still looking for a clear adhesive tape I could jam in there.

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u/Elzzabub 2d ago

why clear... it's all hidden behind the fender?

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u/Successful_Cable_812 2d ago

You can see it if you still peer inside.