The seal around
headlights tend to break down over time leaving gaps & holes
around the headlight. Which causes water, bugs and moisture
to enter. If the condensation & moisture in the headlight
housing unit builds up to a dangerous level it can cause a
electric fault which can effect the whole headlamp or worse
effect the whole electric system on a car. The seal around
headlight units may become loose or leave a gap in any year &
model of car or van. Most modern cars have this problem as there
are not sealed air tight unlike older
vehicles. As more & more moisture starts to build up it will effect
the light output & does certainly make the car look terrible.
Note - Headlight resealing is suspended until further
notice sorry for any inconvenience caused.
For now
please try these simple steps.
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Check the
headlight air vents are not blocked by dust or leaves as the
moisture needs to escape. A quick blow with a air compressor
should unblock the air vents.
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Remove back cover
of the headlight for 2 hours that should clear up any
moisture in the headlight. Be sure to put it back
once the headlamps are dry.
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Inspect the outer
headlight lens for cracks or small holes.
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If you
have replaced your headlight bulbs
recently. Have you closed the
back headlight cover tight?
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If your car is
quite new be sure to contact it`s manufacturer. Check
warranty
Finally -
A
small patch of condensation during winter is quite normal &
should clear up as the temperature rises in the coming weeks.
Q&A Headlight
Seal
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Why has my headlights got water
in them?
Headlights seal which surrounds the housing has broken away
or has come apart.
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How to fix
headlights with moisture in inside?
Best way is to reseal the headlight to stop the moisture
getting any worse.
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Will
condensation in the headlight affect the electrics?
Yes it can cause electric shorts & maybe blow a fuse or two.
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Is
condensation a MOT failure? Yes it is. If it
distorts the beam pattern of the light output.
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Dangers of
water in the headlights? A single drop of water can
shatter a hot bulb. Condensation will cause corrosion of the
terminals in the connector.
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My headlights
on my 1 year old car has misted? Maybe a design
fault please ask your car dealership for further
information.
How did bugs & insects
get into my headlamps? Please check your headlight
housing for any openings & holes.
Got a question?