What is the bright strip on the rear license plate
The bright strip on the rear license plate is a decorative accessory installed around the rear license plate of a car, mainly used to enhance the aesthetic appeal and fashion sense of the vehicle's rear.
Material and Function
Mainly made of stainless steel, chrome-plated or plastic materials, it has functions such as scratch resistance and corrosion resistance, which can protect the car paint and enhance the overall visual effect of the vehicle. Metal bright strips (such as electroplated silver) can enhance the refinement of vehicles, while plastic materials are lighter and more malleable.
Installation method
It is usually installed at the rear of the vehicle by pasting or fixing, covering the edge of the original factory license plate. Some models can cover part of the trunk area. For instance, the modified bright strips on the Prado model can cover the original factory license plate, making the rear lines more fluid.
Applicable scenarios
It is commonly seen in the rear decoration of SUVs, MPVS and other models, such as Toyota Prado and Land Cruiser. Some models are not equipped with bright strips by the factory and need to be modified to enhance their appearance.
The main functions of the bright strips on the rear license plate include:
Enhance visual aesthetics
Bright strips are usually made of stainless steel or chrome-plated materials, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of the vehicle's rear by reflecting light. Different shapes and designs can be matched with the appearance requirements of business or sports models.
Protect the car paint
The bright strips cover the outside of the license plate, which can prevent the car paint from being damaged by scratches. Especially the bright strips made of metal can also play a certain protective role.
Regulatory requirements
The license plate light should be turned on in conjunction with the width indicator light to illuminate the license plate at night or when visibility is low, facilitating identification by law enforcement officers.
Structural function
Some bright strip designs need to meet regulatory requirements such as Angle and brightness. For instance, the light-transmitting holes should be adjusted to a specific Angle to prevent glare, while ensuring that the minimum incident Angle is ≥8°.
Common causes of damage to the bright strips on the rear license plate include improper film drying operation (such as excessive temperature of the hot air gun causing the coating to peel off) or improper daily maintenance (such as using corrosive cleaning agents, violent cleaning, etc.). The repair method should be selected according to the extent of the damage:
Minor injury repair
Youdaoplaceholder0 Oxidation/stains : Wipe with toothpaste or toilet cleaner. Note that the toilet cleaner should be used to rinse off any residual acidic substances in time. WD-40 rust inhibitor can penetrate to dehumidify and form a protective film.
Youdaoplaceholder0 Minor scratches : Gently sand with fine sandpaper and then treat with polishing paste to restore the luster.
Repair of severe damage
Youdaoplaceholder0 Local damage : Repair of chrome paint or re-chrome after overall chrome removal requires professional operation.
Youdaoplaceholder0 Deformation/detachment : If the resin substrate melts due to high-temperature film drying, new decorative parts need to be replaced.
Preventive suggestions
Avoid using corrosive cleaning agents (such as toilet cleaner) and switch to dedicated cleaning agents. When applying the film, remove the bright strips and take protective measures to prevent damage from high temperatures.
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