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Used white lithium grease to lube nylon trim clips

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Stevewoods, Apr 16, 2016.

  1. Stevewoods

    Stevewoods Senior Member

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    I had to pull a panel secured by about a dozen nylon trim clips today. Remembered what a pain it was in the past to slam the panel back into place -- takes a fair amount of pounding and a couple of times one of the clips has dislodged and have had to start all over.

    This time I put a dab of white lithium grease around the tops of the clips. Panel snapped right into place and feels as tight and secure as always.

    Wish I would have thought of this a decade or three ago.
     
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  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    great tip, thanks!(y)