Front license plate holes

So I live in a state that doesn’t require front license plates, yet previous owner (who was from same state) or dealership drilled holes in my front bumper for one. Can I buy just the black part of the bumper and it pops in place with clips perhaps? Can not stand the holes




Update! $6.99 fix, glad I didn’t spend $28+ on those fancy plugs (if I had a non black plastic bumper it would be worth it)


Spurick Set of 4 Bumper Plugs Front License Plate Holes Cover Clips, Plug Bumper Holes for Chevrolet Dodge Buick Ford Honda Toyota, etc https://a.co/d/cK286FZ


My screw holes were too small for these so I drilled em out with a 1/4 bit and used a box cutter to clean the edges so the plugs would sit flat.

 

https://bumperplugs.com/

 

Those would be better than holes, for sure. Thanks

 

Good luck. I hadn't used them in over 10 years. I was surprised they were still in business when I searched.

 

That plug idea is cool.

I would think you could find something at a HD in the cabinet plug section and JB Weld them in, or ask to buy one in classifieds so you can just replace the plastic portion entirely. Anyone running an aftermarket bumper would probably would have taken it off.

 

https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=8177304&cc=3354143&pt=820

Cheaper to cover the holes with plastic button clips or some torx screws from the hardware store, but you have choices.

 

Toyota – AVT-Innovations I just covered it with one of these.

Btw, the part you're referring to is the front bumper trim or front valance, P/N 53911-04210. I have a spare (new) one sitting in my garage if you want to buy it off me.
53911-04210 - Toyota Parts Deal

Cheers

 

RockAuto has the front valence too, though not OEM quality.

 

I replaced that black lower bumper piece. It’s pretty simple and it wasn’t too expensive. I followed the instructions in this video from Taco Bandit. Good luck.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?time_co...th=MTY0OTksMTM5MTE3LDIzODUx&feature=emb_title

 

I stuck a couple of those tabs that are used to keep plastic panels together…

 

and they look like sensors. not a plug. ive a set of dress up bolts and washers on my ARB bumper that the prior owner drilled in.

 

Ha! You’re right, they kinda do look like sensors. This is what they look like…
I drilled a hole with a 5/16” bit & tapped them in.

 

Update! $6.99 fix, glad I didn’t spend $28+ on those fancy plugs (if I had a non black plastic bumper it would be worth it)


Spurick Set of 4 Bumper Plugs Front License Plate Holes Cover Clips, Plug Bumper Holes for Chevrolet Dodge Buick Ford Honda Toyota, etc https://a.co/d/cK286FZ


My screw holes were too small for these so I drilled em out with a 1/4 bit and used a box cutter to clean the edges so the plugs would sit flat.

 

If you are in a state that does not require a front plate, how about one of these?

https://www.etsy.com/listing/144203...E9cZNbbHA_ywz0UKMVtxSfuEsJtjbyZhoCIW8QAvD_BwE

 

Nice fix. Mine is new, have not drilled it yet. I'm going to see if I can figure out a way not to drill. Maybe I'll just risk the tickets.

 

My buddy bought his new at the dealership and specifically told them not to drill because he was from out of state and the state didn’t require it. They forgot. He’s still pissed.

 

looks great .....send me the 2 leftover

 

looks worse than the holes

 

Disagree.