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How to clean speedometer plastic case

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Skeeeza, Apr 26, 2017.

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  1. Apr 26, 2017 at 9:23 AM
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    Plexus is good stuff and is what I use. The main problem with the lens on this vehicle and every other Toyota truck/4Runner I have had is that it is slanted the wrong way and catches the sun. After replacing the lens on my 4th gen 4Runner I had back in the day I learned to use the plexus and only wipe the lens up and down and never side to side. I use a suede microfiber lens cloth to wipe it. I am sure it is leaving micro scratches but they are invisible because the light never catches them.

    I wipe my lens down every time I wash the truck (weekly) and don't have any visible scratches on my lens. If I get one, I will just replace it. Looks like no tools are required to pull the bezel around the cluster and then screws to R&R the lens.
     
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  2. Apr 26, 2017 at 10:24 AM
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    Don't do that! I managed to blow some dust in my cluster. The lens is not sealed, there are open holes where you press to reset the trip meter.
     
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  3. Apr 26, 2017 at 10:32 AM
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    This works good for me.

    download.jpg
     
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  4. Apr 26, 2017 at 10:44 AM
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    Do they make a screen protector for this by chance or has to be custom?
     
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  5. Apr 26, 2017 at 11:02 AM
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    Tacowin1013

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    Oh, that's good to know. Thanks!
     
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  6. Apr 26, 2017 at 11:13 AM
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    Broccoli

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    Id be curious of this as well.
     
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  7. Apr 26, 2017 at 12:58 PM
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    Nothing worthy
    Not to mention the dust that gets in through the little dial thing for brightness adjustment. STUPID.
     
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  8. Apr 26, 2017 at 1:04 PM
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    right! How hard would it have been to seal the hole and adjust ODO/brightness readout from the steering wheel controls. COME ON TOYOTA
     
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  9. Apr 26, 2017 at 1:09 PM
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    Nothing worthy
    Between that and the hairline scratches on the plastic, I'm getting a new screen, putting a light rock guard tint on it and a rubber gasket of some kind on the hole. I put a light rock guard tint on the screen by my shifter cause it scratches bad too, not to mention how bright it is at night. Looks great now! AND doesn't scratch.
     
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  10. Apr 26, 2017 at 2:46 PM
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    Mobtown sliders, bed extender, Extang Encore tonneau cover, Husky x-act fit mats, 3M FX Premium 25 tint, Bedrug mat, 255/85r16 ST MAXX’s, Rok Blokz, Rigid Industries 30 inch bumper mount and ditch lights, Subaru tweeter upgrade, MESO LED turn signal upgrade, TRD CAI, MESO LED map/dome, VLED’s exterior LED’s, Weathertech window vents, Redline struts, engine bay LED’s, seat spacer mod, 3x remote start, Mobtown CMC, Mobtown locking storage doors, Prinsu Cabrac, SPC UCA’s, ADS 2.5 remote reservoirs w/adjusters front /rear, 700 # springs, OME Dakar HD leafs, extended brake lines, u bolt flip, bump stops front(Plastic guy’s)/rear(Timbren), ECGS bushing, sway bar delete. Yotaled’s raptor light kit, Method Racing MR701’s, Rondo radio knobs
    Does anyone know how hard it is to replace it? I'm thinking I want to replace it with a new one with a screen protector .
     
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  11. Apr 26, 2017 at 2:47 PM
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    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

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    I don't know but the dealer replaced mine 2k miles ago and it's already scratched up again.
     
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  12. Apr 26, 2017 at 2:49 PM
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    What'd that cost you?
     
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  13. Apr 26, 2017 at 2:50 PM
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    How did you get it replaced? Warranty?


    Best buy will do custom protectors but you have to bring the part in to them. Cuz they use moisture and a machine to dry it.
     
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  14. Apr 26, 2017 at 2:50 PM
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    Nothing, warrantied. My trip meters were resetting randomly and the Tach and Speedo needles were ticking /hanging up instead of smooth operation.
     
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  15. Apr 26, 2017 at 2:53 PM
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    You can buy sheets of film that you can easily put on yourself it's just a matter of how hard it's to get in and out of the dash
     
    THATCH11B, Apr 26, 2017
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  16. Apr 26, 2017 at 2:55 PM
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    I think Angel tears would scratch it.Why would they use such garbage ? My brother bought an off road even after I warned him,lol.He ruined his even with a heads up from me about how to clean it.
     
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  17. Apr 26, 2017 at 3:38 PM
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    I just use the compressed air can that cleans keyboards on computers I won't touch the plastic till I absolutely have to
     
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  18. Apr 26, 2017 at 3:40 PM
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    Not just toyota my buddies dodge is really bad just used new micro but looked like he used sand paper instead
     
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  19. Apr 26, 2017 at 3:44 PM
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    I read about this issue early on and have vacuumed with a soft brush only. Never wiped it with a cloth, still looks good, no scratches, fwiw.
    Thanks TW-
     
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  20. Apr 26, 2017 at 5:20 PM
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    You guys need this... I've posted in another thread before about it. Works better than any method without scratching. If you're all scratched up already, it should prevent further damage. It wicks away and absorbs dust and grit, preventing you from actually swiping or scratching when cleaning. Takes a little getting used to as it's very slimey, but easy to tack up everything. I even use it for pet hair on my seats.

    It's a detailing gel.
    $8 ABN Automotive Dust Vent Crevice Interior Detailer Removal Detailing Magic Gel
    https://www.amazon.com/ABN-Automotive-Interior-Detailer-Detailing/dp/B011J4H9EK
     
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