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Tow Plug in front bumper

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Charles Suitt, Jul 28, 2005.

  1. Charles Suitt

    Charles Suitt Senior Member

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    2012 Prius
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    :roll: Just discovered another "feature" of our Prius.

    When I slam the hood, the Tow Plug in the front bumper somemtimes pops out. Fortunately, it is secured by a plastic "arrow like" string which prevents it simply falling on the ground. This provides access to attach the "towing eye" through the bumper.

    I had been muttering expletives about kids in the area, thinking they might have been seeking a "trophy," but find they're innocent.
     
    #1 Charles Suitt, Jul 28, 2005
  2. Frank Hudon

    Frank Hudon Senior Member

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    haven't tried it but to me it looks like a P+T, also make sure the grip edges of the tabs are sharp and not turned over to preventing the tabs from snapping in.
     
    #2 Frank Hudon, Jul 29, 2005
  3. KTPhil

    KTPhil Active Member

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    Looks like the left claw (left in the photo) is bent inward so it no longer catches in the cutout of the bumper. Try gently bending it back, or get a new cover from the dealer.
     
    #3 KTPhil, Jul 29, 2005
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