What is this part that fell off my bumper?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by studiopeg, Aug 2, 2010.

  1. studiopeg

    studiopeg Junior Member

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    I ripped my back bumper on my 2007 Prius about halfway off. We got it back on temporarily, but this part was on the grass.

    Anyone know what it is?

    Yes I know I can go ask the dealer but I'll save embarassment by asking here :eek:

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    #1 studiopeg, Aug 2, 2010
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    At least it appears to be in one piece!!!
     
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    If it still runs OK, then it didn't need it! ;)

    Seriously, I don't know.
     
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  4. studiopeg

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    Can't say that for my bumper!
     
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    I am wondering whether this is one of the ventilation louvers hidden behind the rear bumper cover. See my photos.
     

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  7. studiopeg

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    yes that looks like it. My auto body guy will put it back when the new bumper comes in. I hope it isn't a critical thing and can be out for a couple of week.
     
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    It kind of looks like the ventilation louvers but the picture studiopeg has looks like a solid piece. Plus the holes should be bigger than the ones in the picture.
     
    #8 TheForce, Aug 2, 2010
  9. studiopeg

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    OK I think you nailed it. It really looks like piece #7, the absorber center bracket. If it was a vent louver it would not be the solid piece that it is. Good, thank you!!:cheer2:
     
    #9 studiopeg, Aug 2, 2010
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    I'm going to guess the trunk ventilation covers that sit near the battery or the opposite side. If it flaps, then it's likely it.
     
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    bwaa haa haa
     
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    I can tell you exactly what it is... don't know the real name for it , but it is located in the center of the styrofoam piece behind the bumper cover. Don't know what it does other than just set there. I was bumped in the rear and broke the styrofaom piece in the middle and this fell out. That was 2 years ago and no adverse conditions developed from it. I wouldn't worry about it. If I replace the slightly creased bumper cover and the styrofoam I will put it back in. Otherwise....... naa.
     
    #13 fgoodyear, Aug 5, 2010
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