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Marthe48

(18,988 posts) Mon Sep 4, 2023, 11:18 AM Sep 2023

exterior car hatchback plastic part questions

I have a 2008 Prius. The outer hatchback handle has a black section made of some kind of black non-metal material. It is degrading and if I open the hatchback, I get melty black gunk across my fingers. What is that part of the handle called? What is the composition of that part of the handle? What can I use to get it off my fingers? I tried soap and water, olive oil, nailpolish remover and 70% alcohol, then soap and water again. Most of it is gone, but I didn't think any of the products did the job.

Any help is appreciated.

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exterior car hatchback plastic part questions (Original Post) Marthe48 Sep 2023 OP

Goof Off should have no problem getting that off. MenloParque Sep 2023 #1

Thank you Marthe48 Sep 2023 #2

Maybe look here: $32.99 taxi Sep 2023 #3

Fast Orange will clean just about anything off your hands. Smells good, too. Hermit-The-Prog Sep 2023 #4

Thanks for all of the information Marthe48 Sep 2023 #5

Take a look at this website quickesst Sep 2023 #6

I wonder if the fix expired? Marthe48 Sep 2023 #7

MenloParque

(534 posts)

1. Goof Off should have no problem getting that off.

Reply to Marthe48 (Original post)

Mon Sep 4, 2023, 11:29 AM

Sep 2023

Marthe48

(18,988 posts)

2. Thank you

Reply to MenloParque (Reply #1)

Mon Sep 4, 2023, 11:34 AM

Sep 2023

I'm going out later. Maybe I can get that or a similar product.

taxi

(1,943 posts)

3. Maybe look here: $32.99

Reply to Marthe48 (Original post)

Mon Sep 4, 2023, 12:08 PM

Sep 2023

2004-09 Toyota Prius Rear Tailgate Liftgate Garnish Handle Trim Decor Black

https://www.ebay.com/itm/374407212588?hash=item572c68ae2c:g:ePAAAOSwB11jmgvB&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAABAEMJ72TRM%2Fs%2Baw9c1TyQB%2ByeUNvnz5SMYu7TJ5bBpkd%2FELfWSwPGwu%2FGMWIr0ypACHmccC43vDC0qsqmqv4969gmqByaNCrcwJCm5H3wEqMfjKtUhKub%2FO06oF%2B57wsO6OeQG8lcDJMyCcq4ajXIBdMzj1Tz%2BAqXEScIipLApX0RUz6Z8MUCgutgYYoqqMwrL8iPouclE4jbFTR5ZJ3pJP2r6h9Gw%2FM1LWMSTuQrfwXtDwwfABSn5VqMT5h7vlcIdbPOOfsr2SMEIzS3%2FYdgNErJpaCXx40zZCrRdjZCOA2Jph4U1kQWcsdblNca7EGyJDyNemK7YLDq4HCRw5vBoQ0%3D%7Ctkp%3ABFBMuJPFksxi

Hermit-The-Prog

(36,586 posts)

4. Fast Orange will clean just about anything off your hands. Smells good, too.

Reply to Marthe48 (Original post)

Mon Sep 4, 2023, 12:43 PM

Sep 2023

Comes in smooth or with pumice. I use the latter, because I usually have some pretty nasty old grease, oil, and carbon on my hands after working on old machinery.

[ Edit to add: ] Should've given more details, sorry about that. Here's some ad copy --

The 1-selling, biodegradable, waterless, petroleum solvent-free hand cleaner that contains no harsh chemicals, petroleum solvents or ammonia that can sting cuts or abrasions. Pure, fresh-smelling natural citrus power does the cleaning. Fortified with aloe, lanolin, glycerin, and other skin conditioners to soothe raw, rough hands. Fine Pumice deep cleans the toughest dirt. Works great on laundry stains (smooth lotion only), scuff marks, tile floors, pet odors and many other household cleaning needs.

I'm always skinning my knuckles so that lack of petroleum solvents and ammonia is important to me.

Marthe48

(18,988 posts)

5. Thanks for all of the information

Reply to Hermit-The-Prog (Reply #4)

Mon Sep 4, 2023, 01:05 PM

Sep 2023

I have an appt. for the car for probably front bearings, maybe brake work. If I remember, I'll see if they can replace the handle or cover it with something.

When I'm out, I'll see if I can get a product to have on hand to clean my hands.

quickesst

(6,300 posts)

6. Take a look at this website

Reply to Marthe48 (Original post)

Mon Sep 4, 2023, 02:07 PM

Sep 2023

States that Toyota has agreed to fix the problem. Might be something useful to you. Seems to be a widespread problem.

https://www.meyersonstrategy.com/2013/09/toyotas-sticky-2007-prius-hatch-problem.html?m=1

Marthe48

(18,988 posts)

7. I wonder if the fix expired?

Reply to quickesst (Reply #6)

Mon Sep 4, 2023, 02:13 PM

Sep 2023

newest update is 2013 I will look into it and let you know. Thanks!

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