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Film of what seems like oil on the lower part of the inside of the front windshield

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by tonyreo, Aug 25, 2022.

  1. Aug 25, 2022 at 11:22 AM
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    tonyreo

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    There is a film of what seems like oil on the lower part of the inside of the front windshield.

    Any ideas what may be causing it?
     
  2. Aug 25, 2022 at 11:24 AM
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    svdude

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    Are you using your defroster after spraying a cleaner on the dash near the vents?
     
  3. Aug 25, 2022 at 11:28 AM
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    You may want to post a picture.
     
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  4. Aug 25, 2022 at 11:30 AM
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    When I use cleaner on the dash it is VERY lightly so I get minimal over spray.
    I try to stay away from the vents but I guess that could be the issue.
     
  5. Aug 25, 2022 at 11:34 AM
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    Toyko Joe

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    Armor All over spray probably from detailer before you bought it.
     
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  6. Aug 25, 2022 at 11:35 AM
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    Buildup or offgassing
     
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    It’s from the offgassing plastics. Get a window squeegee, a gallon of water and a few drops of dawn. Make a mixture then use a microfiber to wipe the windshield and use the squeegee to remove the excess before it dries and you’ll have crystal clear windows
     
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  8. Aug 25, 2022 at 6:00 PM
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    perterra

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    Oh boy, anti freeze. LOL
     
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  9. Aug 25, 2022 at 6:02 PM
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    hiPSI

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    Don't spray the dash with anything man. Spray a rag and wipe it on.
    I only use water and guess what .. it looks fine.
     
  10. Aug 25, 2022 at 6:58 PM
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    Benny blanco

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    So much new plastic in a vehicle off gassing. Windows get crazy dirty for no apparent reason. My truck smells so bad for the longest time with a nasty new plastic smell. Now that I’ve got my stench in there it’s ok.
     

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