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head light condensation

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by heliman79, Sep 22, 2014.

  1. Sep 22, 2014 at 7:30 PM
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    heliman79

    heliman79 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    my truck got a thorough bath the other day and now i seem to have condensation built up in the passenger head light capsule..anyone else experienced this issue? i figured it would burn out with the lights on and heating of the day but its hanging around! is there a easy way to get rid of this without pulling it apart?
     
  2. Sep 22, 2014 at 9:28 PM
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    TxFireman

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    Maybe unplug the bulb from the back of the housing and blow some warm air into the housing through the bulb hole? or let it sit with the bulb out, in the sun. That way to moisture has a place to escape.
     
  3. Sep 23, 2014 at 4:58 AM
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    tacofan13

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    I noticed a little condensation on the drivers side taillight the other day on mine. Its the first time I ever saw it but it went away after a couple days. If it comes back and stays I will take it to the dealer to get it checked. Still under warranty.
     
  4. Sep 23, 2014 at 5:10 AM
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    357sig

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    Yup, with a blow dryer, it's faster
     
  5. Sep 23, 2014 at 5:15 AM
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    Lurkin

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    This definiitely works. But if you have moisture inside, then you more than likely have a leak and it will be back. Might be time for some silicone around the joint edges,,, or replacements.
     
  6. Sep 23, 2014 at 8:02 AM
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    David K

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    Check to see if the turn signal/daytime running light lens is cracked or melted. I also asked about condensation going on for a year on my passenger side lamp... and once the enhanced warranty on the bad lens was applied, and I got new headlights on my 2010 Tacoma, no more condensation!
     
  7. Sep 29, 2014 at 7:02 PM
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    heliman79

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    the day after sitting in the parking lot at work it was gone :) i parked her facing the building so the sun would rise on and pretty much stay on it all day. its gone unitl next time lol
     

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