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Afraid to Break It
Fear of applying too much force and causing permanent damage to a fragile part.
quick_reference_allQUICK ANSWER
When afraid of breaking a part, inspect for hidden fasteners or locking tabs you may have missed. Plastic clips require firm, even pressure. If immense force is needed, you are likely doing it wrong. Try gently warming plastic parts with a hairdryer to make them more pliable.
COMMON SYMPTOMS
- check_circlePlastic flexing dangerously
- check_circleCreaking sounds
- check_circleResistance feels solid, not springy
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