OK to drive w/o Rear Bumper Cover ?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by SubPrius, Aug 1, 2013.

  1. SubPrius

    SubPrius Junior Member

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    Folks,

    I need to repair several things in the rear.
    I may not get all the parts JIT.

    So, is it okay to drive at highway speeds with the rear bumper cover removed?
    For example, would the rear vents flap in the breeze and be damaged?

    Thanks,
     
    #1 SubPrius, Aug 1, 2013
  2. xliderider

    xliderider Senior Member

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    What are rear vents?

    There's an EPS foam energy absorbing piece under the bumper cover. That could get damaged and lose it's energy absorbing quality if it gets wet.

    SCH-I535
     
    #2 xliderider, Aug 1, 2013
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