Condensation in headlamp - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

kvo30 · 05-30-2010, 02:24 AM

I got into a little fender bender awhile ago and had to replace my front bumper. My headlamp has a little scratch on it which i thought was just cosmetic. I think it broke the seal because now it has condensation in it. Anyways, how should i go about getting rid of the water, how to seal it, and if it's bad for the bulbs if there is water.

thanks!

bigdogbitu · 05-30-2010, 09:42 AM

I had moisture too.

I took off the headlight and took some glue to reseal all around the lens to the backing a few years ago. No problems since.

kvo30 · 05-30-2010, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdogbitu

I had moisture too.

I took off the headlight and took some glue to reseal all around the lens to the backing a few years ago. No problems since.

Does the lamp have some sort of drainage hole? I'm afraid to seal it up and have the moisture stay in the headlight. What kind of glue did you use?

bigdogbitu · 05-30-2010, 03:34 PM

No drainage hole.

I simply used some common household glue around the edges of the lens. Nothing special.

mikered30 · 05-30-2010, 06:36 PM

Waterproof silicone may work, make sure it is not shrink. It will likely fade over time.