Shipped turning light corner, what to do?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by jzhou, Feb 28, 2010.

  1. jzhou

    jzhou Junior Member

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    I just found there is a chipped corner on my left turning light (see photo). I think maybe a stone hit it while I was driving. What should I do about it? Leave it alone or replace it.

    In addition, I think the light is really easy to be hit by something due to its low location and design (pop out instead of recessed). I may call it good looking cosmetically but bad design practically.

    Anyone has a better idea to protect it?
     

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  2. venom700

    venom700 Just call me Brian...

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    Yea you can buy the protective films for your headlights and the such. Same material as the clear bras I believe. You could do this yourself or most local tint shops should offer this service.

    I wouldn't worry about it UNLESS it's cracked all the way through, as moisture would be able to get inside the housing.
     
  3. JimN

    JimN Let the games begin!

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    I would leave it alone. If I had a bit of 3M or VentureShield film scrap I might take the time to cut pieces to cover the lens.