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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : ABS PlasticWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Interchange Part Number : REPT132909SMMaterial : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : ABS PlasticYour Toyota Highlander bug shield is prone to different problems such as breaking and coming loose. These issues grow more serious to the point where you see your bug shield flying off your SUV while driving on a freeway. With this, you need to know when the part is having problems at an early stage. This way, you can fix the issue and avoid bigger problems. Following are some signs that you need to attend to your bug shield:
When you hear a whistling noise coming from your bug shield, it is a sign that it is installed loosely. Your bug shield changes the wind dynamics of your SUV. Since it is positioned right in front of your vehicle, it is being hit by wind whenever you drive. When you experience this issue, you need to check the position of your bug shield as well as the bolts that hold it in place. You may also need to remove and reinstall to make sure it would not make more noise in the future.
Much like the whistling noise problem, a poorly installed bug shield causes vibrations once you hit a particular speed. Since it is constantly being beaten by wind, it should be secured well. Check the mounting bolts and make sure everything is installed tightly. Also check the actual position of your bug shield. Look into your owner's manual and clarify the exact location and angle of the part. Most bug shields are supposed to be sandwiched between the grille and the hood.
Since your bug shield just sits on your hood and does not need to move mechanically, there are not much problems with it. The most common would only be problems caused by road conditions. An example would be cracks which are results of road debris and pebbles your bug shield is exposed to. When you see these cracks, the only thing you should do is have it fixed with the correct adhesive depending on your bug shield's material.
The edges of your Toyota Highlander bug shield are the most vulnerable portions of the part. They are most exposed to bumping while you are parked. With this, they are the most common parts to break in your bug shield. When this happens, you can try and fix the problem with epoxy products.
Bugs and dirt on your hood can be a total headache. Not only are they unpleasant to look at, they are also difficult to remove. This is where your bug shield comes to the rescue. It protects your hood and windshield from dirt and bugs as well as other road debris and dirt. However, you need to take good care of your bug shield to make it last and serve your SUV for the longest time. Following are some easy ways you should get used to doing:
Regularly clean your bug shield.
Your Toyota Highlander bug shield is located right at the gap between your grille and hood. If it accumulates dirt, grime, or any contaminant, these elements may enter under the hood and cause troubles to your internal parts. With this, you should regularly wash your bug shield. Since this is neither a mechanical nor an electrical part, car wash solution and car wax would do the trick.
Be careful when going to an automatic car wash.
If you are fond of going to automatic car washes, pay close attention to the type of system you are about to use. Some car wash systems may damage your bug shield. Remember that this part is attached to your car only with screws and adhesives, and excessive pressure from water or brushes might detach or break the part. The touchless car washes are good bets, but having your SUV hand-washed is still the best option.
When installing your bug shield, apply proper torque on the bolts.
The secured position of your bug shield is very important because you do not want to have it flying off your SUV while driving at high speed. However, you should also be careful not to overtighten the bolts that attach it to your vehicle. Doing so would lead to cracking of the bug shield material. Cracks become bigger and travel from one portion of the material to another.
Use spray mask on your Toyota Highlander bug shield.
Your bug shield is prone to dirt and bug buildup. Over time, this buildup would be difficult to remove. Applying spray mask would provide a temporary coating to your bug shield so when you clean it, removing the dirt deposit would be easy. Make sure to use the soap- and water-soluble sprays to make sure it would come off easily.