Managed to break this small plastic "latch" on the center console lid. Appears to be set into the plastic of the lid base. Can't find it as a separate part on toyotaparts.com, seems to be just part of the overall assembly. Anyone ever have this problem and know how to fix it? It's not a big deal I'd just like it to latch properly...THANKS
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Broken Latch on Center Console Lid
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Managed to break this small plastic "latch" on the center console lid. Appears to be set into the plastic of the lid base. Can't find it as a separate part on toyotaparts.com, seems to be just part of the overall assembly. Anyone ever have this problem and know how to fix it? It's not a big deal I'd just like it to latch properly...THANKS
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Can you get a matching part from a junk yard or ebay??
4.3 is pretty rare in the yards IME
Does not sound too promising then 
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Does not sound too promising then
Indeed, correct on both counts.
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Ahhhhhhh...I bet you are right! Question is, how to get that little inserted latch thing out, otherwise the whole base has to be replaced. Hmmmm...need to find some Camry's or Corolla's in local yards. Great idea! Thanks!
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Thanks, that is an interesting and potentially quite viable idea! I’ll look into it! Do you have any suggestions for suitable magnets?
First thing that came to mind was a craft store or department. They stock magnets of a size that would be similar to the latch. Some have adhesive backing.
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Great idea! Thank you!
Black magnetic sheet or strips with a sticky backing is used for hanging info sheets and phone # lists on office walls. Probably a big office supplies store would have some.
It may depend on how much attraction you'd like to have. The black plastic sheets can easily be cut and could be mounted with the glue backing that is usually on them, or double sided foam tape for added strength. You'd need a decent sized square to make it hold.
Rare Earth magnets are they ones you normally find on the back of clips or plastic covers that hold notes on white boards, refrigerators, etc. A step above the sheets, but for good attraction you'll need a fairly large one (think refrigerator door magnet size).
Neodymium are stronger than the other two and would be too strong if they are the same size as a normal refrigerator door magnet. The advantage could be that you can get a smaller one (maybe 1/4-1/2" across) that would have a reasonable amount of attraction. Depending on the vertical gap available, you might be able to surface mount one with a small steel washer on the other side.
Rare Earth magnets are they ones you normally find on the back of clips or plastic covers that hold notes on white boards, refrigerators, etc. A step above the sheets, but for good attraction you'll need a fairly large one (think refrigerator door magnet size).
Neodymium are stronger than the other two and would be too strong if they are the same size as a normal refrigerator door magnet. The advantage could be that you can get a smaller one (maybe 1/4-1/2" across) that would have a reasonable amount of attraction. Depending on the vertical gap available, you might be able to surface mount one with a small steel washer on the other side.
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Ordered this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DCN635W/ref=twister_B09DV25T25?th=1
Will let you know how it goes!
Will let you know how it goes!
Looks good, but I’m not sure that double sticky tape will hold up in the summer heat.
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I was planning to use the screws, actually.
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Ah, ok. Those latch magnets won't work due to the size and shape of the compartment.
Decided to try this - a stack of these, the size of quarters, in the little coin slots on both sides. There is a metal screw on the other side that I'm hoping the magnets are strong enough to stick to. If not, I can possibly find a screw with a larger head.
I would hot glue the magnets into the coin slots. That way, they could conceivably be easily removed.
Magnets will be here next week, will advise!
Decided to try this - a stack of these, the size of quarters, in the little coin slots on both sides. There is a metal screw on the other side that I'm hoping the magnets are strong enough to stick to. If not, I can possibly find a screw with a larger head.
I would hot glue the magnets into the coin slots. That way, they could conceivably be easily removed.
Magnets will be here next week, will advise!
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It works! Here's what I did...
They 10 magnets I got came with little plastic spacers separating them. They are N52's and VERY strong. I had to replace one of the little plastic spacers on each group of five with a penny because it was pushing up from the bottom and getting in the way once inserted into the coin slot. I found some screws of the same thread pitch but a slightly larger head than the ones going into the bottom of the armrest. I also backed them out a bit to help ensure they contacted the magnets well enough to keep the lid closed. They do - it's not a super strong bond, but, it's enough to keep the lid down securely and open easily (as well as keep it closed if I open just the full armrest. I also had to remove part of the lower portion of the latch as it was interfering with the pin. The big surprise is that the magnets fit nice and tight into the coin slots - no hot glue necessary. It's really quite a hack and it's barely acceptable but it gets the job done! Psyched!
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They 10 magnets I got came with little plastic spacers separating them. They are N52's and VERY strong. I had to replace one of the little plastic spacers on each group of five with a penny because it was pushing up from the bottom and getting in the way once inserted into the coin slot. I found some screws of the same thread pitch but a slightly larger head than the ones going into the bottom of the armrest. I also backed them out a bit to help ensure they contacted the magnets well enough to keep the lid closed. They do - it's not a super strong bond, but, it's enough to keep the lid down securely and open easily (as well as keep it closed if I open just the full armrest. I also had to remove part of the lower portion of the latch as it was interfering with the pin. The big surprise is that the magnets fit nice and tight into the coin slots - no hot glue necessary. It's really quite a hack and it's barely acceptable but it gets the job done! Psyched!
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