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Old 06-15-2007, 03:25 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Gen6 Some minor issues

Hello again. Just recently, I washed the car and noticed some tiny spots where the paint chipped off(road trips). Its the front bumper and the hood. What can I do about it? I read here that the dealer might sell paint to fix it, is it a good idea to just buy that and use it? Is that all it would need?
Also, on my LE, there is small pocket on the end of the arm rest(I think thats where the vents are for other trims), so what is that used for on an LE?(Sorry if it sounds dumb!)
I was also thinking of replacing my rear view mirror with an auto-dimming/compass one. Any suggestions and is this something that can be done by myself(never done any mods to the car before) or just go to a auto shop?
Ohh and one last thing.. is there a way to change the Audio display to say something other than "Welcome to Camry" All suggestions/comments are appreciated.
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Old 06-15-2007, 04:35 PM   #2 (permalink)
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The dealer will sell touchup paint that closely matches the color but rarely is perfect without practice in application. You will likely also need the clearcoat and if the dealer doesn't have it then the auto stores will all have clearcoat touchup.

My LE has the thing in the armrest and it doesn't seem to serve a purpose. Not sure how much more it would have cost Toyota to go ahead and have a rear a/c outlet there but maybe there is more to the plumbing than I can imagine.

Several people have bought the dimming mirror from a guy on eBay for much less than the dealer price and it is the same mirror. My wife has one on her Rav4 because she can't drive around the block without a compass. (came from the dealer) I have tinted glass in the LE so I don't need or want a dimming mirror and am a guy so I instintively know where true north is.
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I use touch paint applied w a toothpick then clear, also you might want to get a clear bra like the rest of us w toyota crappy paint, had mine over 6months love it. totally saves the paint on front end.
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You can try putting touch up paint and lightly sanding it down to make it even with your paint.
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