How to remove small ding from driver side

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Main Forum' started by SarahTonan, Mar 22, 2025.

  1. SarahTonan

    SarahTonan New Member

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    Hey guys my new 5th Gen recently got a door ding and was wondering if anyone has ever removed the ding on their own? PXL_20250322_021813366.jpg
     
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    Leadfoot J. McCoalroller Senior Member

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    You can learn to do it yourself, there are even some good free videos on youtube. But it's a pretty specialized skill and you need some unusual tools, and as usual lots of practice for ideal results.

    If this is the only flaw on your car you're probably better off paying a pro. Better to learn on something cheaper/older.
     
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    I have tried pushing the panel from the rear and also the ice and heat tricks before.. but unsatisfactory results.
    Best... hire a "paintless" dent removal professional; which, for me, brought great success.
    Cost guess... $75 to $150
    Good luck.
     
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    One of those paint-less guys, poetry in motion:



    good channel too, btw.
     
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    I'm eager to find as many paintless dent removal teachers on youtube and tik tok as possible. Please post links to as many people you're aware of who are doing that.
     
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