Body/Trim: - Loose door panel

aslan · May 15th, 2011, 00:53

Hi

Can't find anyone posting on this. This is my problem.

The center leather wrapped panel on the doors, the one which has the power window switch and door handle is loose. This panel is attached to the bigger door panel by some glue which I think is too little and overall not a good design.

I've tried using some multipurpose glue to glue that trim back on. It is not strong enough.

Initially it affected the front passenger door not it is affecting the driver's and other rear doors. Having kids coming in and out and pushing on that panel does not help I'm afraid.

Any clever and stronger solutions?

Thanks!

GaryS40 · May 15th, 2011, 18:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by aslan

Hi

Can't find anyone posting on this. This is my problem.

The center leather wrapped panel on the doors, the one which has the power window switch and door handle is loose. This panel is attached to the bigger door panel by some glue which I think is too little and overall not a good design.

I've tried using some multipurpose glue to glue that trim back on. It is not strong enough.

Initially it affected the front passenger door not it is affecting the driver's and other rear doors. Having kids coming in and out and pushing on that panel does not help I'm afraid.

Any clever and stronger solutions?

Thanks!

Hi Aslan

Have you ever used the black trim tape, normally used for attaching badging and trim on the outside of the car?

You can buy rolls of the stuff from Halfords and the like and it is pretty strong stuff.

Just let it cure for a while to get maximum adhesion and I am sure this should sort your problem out.

Good luck

Gary

P.S.
Threaten the kids with a "severe beating" for pushing on them! Not that I condone beating children, but the threat in the correct tone is normally sufficient. :-)

GaryS40 · May 15th, 2011, 18:07

Also, if the tape doesn't work, try some household sealant - needs to cure, so the smell goes away, if using silicone.

Gary

GaryS40 · May 20th, 2011, 21:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by aslan

Hi

Can't find anyone posting on this. This is my problem.

The center leather wrapped panel on the doors, the one which has the power window switch and door handle is loose. This panel is attached to the bigger door panel by some glue which I think is too little and overall not a good design.

I've tried using some multipurpose glue to glue that trim back on. It is not strong enough.

Initially it affected the front passenger door not it is affecting the driver's and other rear doors. Having kids coming in and out and pushing on that panel does not help I'm afraid.

Any clever and stronger solutions?

Thanks!

Did you ever get this problem resolved, Aslan?

Gary

aslan · May 22nd, 2011, 07:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by GaryS40

Did you ever get this problem resolved, Aslan?

Gary

Hi,

Sorry, not yet! Haven't got around finding myself those type of tapes you suggested.

Will update once I do.

Thanks for the tip!

GaryS40 · May 22nd, 2011, 10:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by aslan

Hi,

Sorry, not yet! Haven't got around finding myself those type of tapes you suggested.

Will update once I do.

Thanks for the tip!

I got some on Thursday, at Halfords, to re-attach the black corner sections of my splitter, after painting.

It can be found next to the other tapes / velcro tape etc.

Harris is the manufacturer and it is in an orange pack. 12mm x 4m for £5.49.

*** Sorry Aslam

Just realised you are in Malaysia!

Not sure if Halfords reach out that far, yet.

You may find it as number plate fixing tape.

I hope that is of more help. ***

Gary

aslan · May 27th, 2011, 14:40

Right, time has come to tackle the panel. I bought myself some heavy duty sealant. I could not find any good quality trim tape.

A few pics before I start in case anyone has some other solution and also pics are better than words!

P1013489.JPG

There's a straw I stuck in between the trim and door panel.

On the inside if I push on the trim you could see the obvious gap. And also what's left of the old factory glue.

P1013490.JPG

aslan · Jun 24th, 2011, 03:51

All four door have had the super glue treatment and everything seems to be holding well for a few weeks now. No more rattles. After the glue have dried it, the color of the glue looks just like the factory glue.

Kids have been giving a briefing not to push on that trim when opening the doors!

Hopefully this fix will last for years!

Volvoline · Jun 24th, 2011, 15:58

I've used clear silicone before on cars.... Will hold much better than the stupid factory clips.
They are so stupidly made I wouldn't be surprised if 4 year old babies assemble them.

Amysan · Jul 6th, 2023, 00:13

Hello
I have loose leather on my door handle as well, I tried a glue but it didn't work! Did the tape work and/or what kind of adhesive did you use? Seems like terrible design

May 15th, 2011, 00:53	#1
aslan From far away Last Online: May 9th, 2023 05:21 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Selangor	Loose door panel Hi Can't find anyone posting on this. This is my problem. The center leather wrapped panel on the doors, the one which has the power window switch and door handle is loose. This panel is attached to the bigger door panel by some glue which I think is too little and overall not a good design. I've tried using some multipurpose glue to glue that trim back on. It is not strong enough. Initially it affected the front passenger door not it is affecting the driver's and other rear doors. Having kids coming in and out and pushing on that panel does not help I'm afraid. Any clever and stronger solutions? Thanks!

May 15th, 2011, 18:07	#3
GaryS40 VOC Member Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 20:12 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montrose	Also, if the tape doesn't work, try some household sealant - needs to cure, so the smell goes away, if using silicone. Gary __________________ Current car: 2002 V70 2.4T SE Mod's so far: Orpheus alloys, 10.1" android multimedia head unit, Nappa leather rebuilt, wood trimmed m/function steering wheel, Polestar blue and black calipers, Pipe Dynamics custom turbo back stainless steel exhaust, with 200 cell sports cat, R engine and injector rail covers, tinted rear windows. Previous cars: 1982 760 GLE saloon 1989 740 GLE estate 1991 440 S 2003 S40 S - Gone but not forgotten. ☹ 16 non Volvos.

Jul 6th, 2023, 00:13	#10
Amysan New Member Last Online: Jul 6th, 2023 00:18 Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: San Diego	Loose leather on door handle Hello I have loose leather on my door handle as well, I tried a glue but it didn't work! Did the tape work and/or what kind of adhesive did you use? Seems like terrible design

May 27th, 2011, 14:40	#7
aslan From far away Last Online: May 9th, 2023 05:21 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Selangor	Right, time has come to tackle the panel. I bought myself some heavy duty sealant. I could not find any good quality trim tape. A few pics before I start in case anyone has some other solution and also pics are better than words! P1013489.JPG There's a straw I stuck in between the trim and door panel. On the inside if I push on the trim you could see the obvious gap. And also what's left of the old factory glue. P1013490.JPG

Jun 24th, 2011, 03:51	#8
aslan From far away Last Online: May 9th, 2023 05:21 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Selangor	All four door have had the super glue treatment and everything seems to be holding well for a few weeks now. No more rattles. After the glue have dried it, the color of the glue looks just like the factory glue. Kids have been giving a briefing not to push on that trim when opening the doors! Hopefully this fix will last for years!

Jun 24th, 2011, 15:58	#9
Volvoline Master Member Last Online: Dec 31st, 2016 22:43 Join Date: May 2011 Location: JER	I've used clear silicone before on cars.... Will hold much better than the stupid factory clips. They are so stupidly made I wouldn't be surprised if 4 year old babies assemble them.

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