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Cleaning hatch window edge

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Oona, Dec 9, 2016.

  1. Oona

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    I have to park my 2015 prius under a tree that drops tiny leaves and seeds on it that are working their way under the edge of the hatchback glass and also under the mini spoiler. How do I get that out?
     
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    Yes got same problem for 2014 Prius.I used small hose vaccum and clean 89 percent of these leaves and dirt.

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    welcome! that's about all you can do. try sliding a thin blade in there or other sharp object as you vac. or cover it while parked.
     
    #3 bisco, Dec 9, 2016
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    Some areas you might be able to "floss" with some twine. It's too bad the spoiler is not easily removable.

    I've got the same problem btw: pine needles and the like are bad.
     
    #4 Mendel Leisk, Dec 10, 2016
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    Specific detailing brushes.
    Plastic picks.
    Plastic "bondo" spreaders.
    Edge of micro fiber cloth in tandem with above.

    Yes good advice to vacuum as much debris out as you can before using the above.

    Once cleaned go heavy with a wax to aid in the next cleaning.

    That's my two cent comment
     
    #5 Kenny94945, Dec 10, 2016
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    Compressed air. If you have a compressor, use that. Otherwise a cheap can of air (used to blow dust out of computer equipment) might do the trick.
     
    #6 DonDNH, Dec 10, 2016
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