Faults of sidewalls
- paint destruction;
- corrosion and oxidation of the metal;
- deformation of the individual components;
- pillars metal fatigue;
- mechanical damage (cracks, dents, holes).
Symptoms of Door molding faults
- discoloration of the painting;
- the appearance of bright or dark spots on the part;
- changing shape of the part;
- structural condition of the part.
Causes of sidewalls faults
- active chemical compounds and elements getting on the surface;
- long stay of the vehicle under the influence of direct sunlight;
- huge changes in temperature;
- strikes and other damages due to accidents and emergencies;
- the use of low-quality paints and coatings;
- improper attachment of related parts and components.
Diagnostics
Assessment of the sidewalls state is only visual. To do this, remove the doors and sealing materials. Original spare parts should be uniformly colored, even in hard to reach places.
The service life of this body part is not limited. With proper care of the vehicle sidewall surface it can serve throughout the entire life of the vehicle.
If the sidewalls have been replaced, inspection is recommended every 1-2 years. If there is corrosion on the surface or paintwork damage, it requires repair.
Repair and replacement of the Door molding
The level of repairs and their order depend on the fault. If the damage is in color, you can paint not the whole piece, but do a spot touch up. When corrosion occurs, surface is cleaned and treated with a special anti-corrosion coating.
To prolong the life of the body and increase the comfort of the driver, you can install additional protection against noise and dust. With a filler, felt or cardboard a special additional coverage is created.
Replacement of the part is required only in case of a strong damage to door pillars or total deformation of the product. Installation of a new element is problematic because it requires complete disassembly of the car side. The price of this body part is very high, so small problems can be solved with a hammer, welding and automotive putty.
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