Problem whit my LCI Headlight - Steamy lights !!!
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I have the same problem with my LCI xenon headlamps,show dirty and I can not do something to clean them,but
is only visible to the lighting of the xenon:
.....i think the problem is only on LCI owners......
started like this:
.....the M5board, say just ignore the problem and enjoy the vehicle........ was not something serious .....
....but I can ignore.....
is only visible to the lighting of the xenon:
.....i think the problem is only on LCI owners......
started like this:
.....the M5board, say just ignore the problem and enjoy the vehicle........ was not something serious .....
....but I can ignore.....
I noticed that also on my xenon headlights (still trying to figure out all the lingo with the pre-lci and non lci talk, i have a 2007 525i) that the cover was forming spots on it. I was trying to find something to restore the outside look of it, but are all those spots on the inside?
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I noticed that also on my xenon headlights (still trying to figure out all the lingo with the pre-lci and non lci talk, i have a 2007 525i) that the cover was forming spots on it. I was trying to find something to restore the outside look of it, but are all those spots on the inside?
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My Ride: BMW E60 M5
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So this morning as I'm leaving the gym to head to work I noticed condensation inside my left LCI headlight ugh!! . I retrofitted my headlights to LCI about 7 months ago or so. I bought these headlights brand new from the dealer. How in the world could I have a leak any where? I've driven in the rain before with no problems until now.
Has anyone on here used the silica-gel-packets and if so where exactly did you place the packets?
Has anyone on here used the silica-gel-packets and if so where exactly did you place the packets?
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If you develop condensation take the bulb cover off for a while while in sunlight etc and allow the condensation to evaporate then once you're sure its all gone close up the bulb door tightly and you shouldn't have this issue. Unless there is some other entry point which there shouldn't be with a sealed light design.
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If you develop condensation take the bulb cover off for a while while in sunlight etc and allow the condensation to evaporate then once you're sure its all gone close up the bulb door tightly and you shouldn't have this issue. Unless there is some other entry point which there shouldn't be with a sealed light design.
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If you develop condensation take the bulb cover off for a while while in sunlight etc and allow the condensation to evaporate then once you're sure its all gone close up the bulb door tightly and you shouldn't have this issue. Unless there is some other entry point which there shouldn't be with a sealed light design.
This is a really annoying issue on the E60 which seems to be particularly susceptible but its not unique and afflicts many other vehicles. Most manufacturers (including BMW) have a lengthy explanation of the problem on their TIS system for the dealerships to print off and give to the complaining customer. The standard industry wide test appears to be to switch on the lights for 20 minutes and if during that time the condensation clears from the light beam area then the headlamp unit is to be considered serviceable and no warranty claim entertained.
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This is the problem contrary to popular belief the lights are not a sealed design. If the lamps were sealed there would be pressure differential problems caused by the air inside becoming warm and expanding (with the heat from the bulbs) or if the car was used at a higher altitudes with lower air pressure outside then in. In order to equalise the air pressure they have to be vented and this is achieved by the two rubber tubes (or elbows) fitted at the back on either side. This can allow moisture to enter in some circumstances and in colder conditions cause some fogging of the lens. The outside rubber vent tube is right next to the drain route for the bonnet wing shut line hence its always very wet in this area in rainy conditions. This may well be the source of the E60's headlamp condensation issues if all the other seals are in tact. The indicator bulb seal is also in this area and presents another possible route if its not absolutely perfect. The tiniest little bit of moisture getting into the headlamp in cold conditions will cause fogging after switch off when the lamps are cooling down and condensation occurs.
This is a really annoying issue on the E60 which seems to be particularly susceptible but its not unique and afflicts many other vehicles. Most manufacturers (including BMW) have a lengthy explanation of the problem on their TIS system for the dealerships to print off and give to the complaining customer. The standard industry wide test appears to be to switch on the lights for 20 minutes and if during that time the condensation clears from the light beam area then the headlamp unit is to be considered serviceable and no warranty claim entertained.
This is a really annoying issue on the E60 which seems to be particularly susceptible but its not unique and afflicts many other vehicles. Most manufacturers (including BMW) have a lengthy explanation of the problem on their TIS system for the dealerships to print off and give to the complaining customer. The standard industry wide test appears to be to switch on the lights for 20 minutes and if during that time the condensation clears from the light beam area then the headlamp unit is to be considered serviceable and no warranty claim entertained.
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