What did you do to your 3IS today? Post pictures
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Lexus Test Driver
#63
Lexus Test Driver
I added this "refinement" a little while ago -
These are not the Lexus original hinge covers.
In older Lexus vehicles, hinge covers were always included. However, if you try the Lexus original hinge covers to newer Lexus vehicles such as the current CT, IS, ES, GS, NX, the plastic cover won't stay in place (contrary to what is reported in MinKara) because Lexus also has changed the details of the hinge bolt so that the older hinge covers won't work.
These aftermarket hinge covers are available on eBay. (Discovered afterwards. Originally I found them on Amazon Japan)
4x Door Check Arm Rust waterproof Protection Cover for Toyota RAV4 VIOS Yaris L
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/271701833438?...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
They are perfect fit. Just snap on and it won't move. But they are easily removable. In fact, there is a patent to the design. The only "downside" is there is a logo mark on it.
I find these hinge covers useful for people who care about cleaning/washing/detailing the areas around the door jams. It makes the task easier.
Last edited by AndyL; 09-11-15 at 07:55 PM.
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Flashkid (01-14-19)
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Completely agree. Took mine off and couldn't be happier, besides on UW it looks like crap when only a little dirty and never seems to come clean
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New 4x Car Door Check Arm Protection Cover Fit For Lexus GX IS GS LS ES CT RX
http://www.ebay.com/itm/221865496455
#66
Lexus Test Driver
Lower cost, same covers on eBay US: New 4x Car Door Check Arm Protection Cover Fit For Lexus GX IS GS LS ES CT RX http://www.ebay.com/itm/221865496455
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Lexus Test Driver
Yep, it's the wife car which we bought pre-owned. It's 2 years old and has only 10k on the clock but this ppf was somewhat yellow and had dirt ingrained on the edges. It had to go as it was driving my OCD crazy. Looks so much cleaner!
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Yes, they are sturdy as if they were OEM parts. There is no compromise in terms of fit and finish. They won't wiggle as they snap on the hinge bolt perfectly. I have had them for months already.
Basically, if you look at the construction inside (as illustrated by those eBay listing), there are some plastic parts that hug the hinge bolt.
Basically, if you look at the construction inside (as illustrated by those eBay listing), there are some plastic parts that hug the hinge bolt.
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sixbanger (11-18-18)