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Old 11-27-2006, 06:21 PM
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Headlight Condensation

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Do you know any possible leaks in the headlight that can be fixed or re-sealed to stop the condensation? After washing the car, the driver side headlight got condensation in it, I heated it up and removed the back cover to allow moiture to escape. It was raining this morning and it got the condensation again, but it disappeared throughout the day. I checked the rear circle cap and water does not appear to sip in there. Where should I re-seal it from the outside? This one was replaced by dealer under warranty before at 48k. Now, it is way over and I don't think they will replace it again. The passenger side is still the orginal and has no problem with condensation.

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Old 11-27-2006, 07:24 PM
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I think Hondabond is used to reseal the headlights.
Old 11-27-2006, 08:40 PM
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funny u posted this cause i was at the dealer today for this issue and they said that its not covered under warranty. best way to do it is to dry it up and reseal the whole thing. the dealer quoted me well over $250 for a new housing. fix this problem immediately because due to the condensation water came in contact with my bulb and it blew out the bulb and ignitor.
Old 11-27-2006, 08:48 PM
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What is the best way to avoid such problem ? or is it bound to happen ?
Old 12-09-2006, 01:18 PM
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im having the same problem with both lights and the dealer said its under the warranty but mine just ended what luck so i got to try to reseal them
Old 12-09-2006, 01:38 PM
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my headlights is doing it to. took it to the dealership advise me the warranty was ended and they will good will both my headlight today and gave me tsx as a loaner car.try talking to the service mgr
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Originally Posted by maxmike
my headlights is doing it to. took it to the dealership advise me the warranty was ended and they will good will both my headlight today and gave me tsx as a loaner car.try talking to the service mgr
the dealer told me my was up and that condensation was normal on the tl/tsx/mdx thats bull to me
Old 12-09-2006, 02:42 PM
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My right side headlight developed condenastion at 70K miles. Light is out but the bulb is good (tested it) so suspect it's the box (igniter?). Any tips?
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Originally Posted by CAB NY
the dealer told me my was up and that condensation was normal on the tl/tsx/mdx thats bull to me

i doubt that its normal. because it blew my bulb and then days after the ballister
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Originally Posted by maxmike
i doubt that its normal. because it blew my bulb and then days after the ballister
this is where the no lemon act should be applied.... both of mine did that too and the ballast or igniter is out,,,, the bulbs are ok.....Any one a lawyer or know one Helps us out,,,, cos the headlights are not cheap
Old 12-09-2006, 09:06 PM
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Originally Posted by 03TLtype-s
this is where the no lemon act should be applied.... both of mine did that too and the ballast or igniter is out,,,, the bulbs are ok.....Any one a lawyer or know one Helps us out,,,, cos the headlights are not cheap
lemon laws dont work like that. look up how the law applies in your state.
Old 12-10-2006, 01:41 AM
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ive got this same problem except with my foglights...it seems like the metal piece that surrounds the lens is loose on both sides... how would i go about sealing that up? if thats even the problem??
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