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The list of different body parts for a car
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Even if you do not have the ambition to repair your car yourself, it is important to know how to identify the parts of your vehicle. This will prevent you from being fooled by a dishonest mechanic, but also to properly explain by phone to a potential professional the origin of your breakdown.
Today, focus on the body parts of a vehicle: what are they, where are they located and what are they used for?
The body parts at the front of a vehicle
hood
The hood is one of the largest body parts. And for good reason, since it covers the entire vehicle’s engine system. It allows to protect very important parts like the engine obviously, but also parts that are not necessarily thought of as the alternator or the transmission.
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The hood is an extremely manipulated part since it is by lifting it that you will be able to supply engine oil or even windshield washer fluid.
front bumper
The front bumper, like the rear bumper, exists mainly to protect motorists in case of a collision. It is often deteriorated during an accident, but it’s wiser. It also protects some important components of your vehicle: the engine that takes up a lot of space, as well as the radiator.
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You will eventually handle it for a complete cleaning of your vehicle, or to change the bulbs of your front lights (not mandatory for all cars).
The bumper reinforcement
The bumper reinforcement is neither mandatory nor present on all vehicles. That said, it also allows to further improve the aerodynamics, already propelled by the bumper. This gives you greater flexibility in your driving, and of course, the optimization of your fuel consumption.
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In case of cleaning your car.
the front grill
The radiator grille is the sacred protector of your radiator! This ensures good air circulation in your vehicle without risking direct contact between your radiator and the outside. It has become customary to see the brand logo of your car directly on the grille.
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The body parts at the back of a car
tailgate
The tailgate constitutes the fifth door of your vehicle (hence the name '3-door car' or '5-door car'). He covers the trunk and gets up. In the case of vans, a tailgate is no longer called as such, and uses the term door; since it will open using the vertical sides of the car.
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As often as you use your safe.
rear bumper
Like its front equivalent, the rear bumper will probably save your life if you have an accident. Even if its appearance differs according to the vehicle you own, it remains mandatory on all: without this body part, you risk a fine for plate defect.
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Same as for the front bumper, you will use it when cleaning your car, or to possibly change the bulbs that are hidden behind it.
The rear bumper reinforcement
As its name suggests, the rear bumper reinforcement will enhance the protection provided by the bumper, and thus further reduce the impact in case of a collision. We advise you to have some on your car if you want to optimize your road safety as much as possible!
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the rear apron
Also called a spoiler, the rear skirt reinforces even more the rear bumper part while improving the aerodynamic aspects of your car. At first glance less important than the rest, yet it is the detail that will make the difference in the performance of a car.
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The side body parts of a car
wing
She is the protector of your wheel par excellence. The wing, beyond its undeniable aesthetic side, will help reduce collision impacts on your wheels, and prevent splashing caused by your wheels from getting lodged on your other parts.
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Like most bodywork parts, you will handle it during exterior cleaning.
door
It is THE essential bodywork element. It is necessary in case of shock, but also to allow motorists to easily enter their car. You can also often hear about "doors" to designate the door.
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Daily manipulation.
the splashboard
The fender is an extension of your wing that will further reduce the splashing caused by your wheels. Very useful during bad weather because a splash/projection can have harmful consequences for your engine part.
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Get ready to clean it more regularly if you like driving in the mud!
rocker panel
Also called side skirt, the rocker panel is located on the lower part of your car. Like reinforcements or spoilers, it will play an important role in the aerodynamics of the vehicle by allowing as little air as possible to pass under the vehicle.
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In case of cleaning your car.
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