Removing Condensation in laser light

Dolemite79 · 01-22-2022, 12:53 PM

Was raining pretty hard the past few days and I got splashed pretty bad and there is a. Ton of moisture in the housing. Anything I should Do? Or just leave it be?

GGG333 · 01-22-2022, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dolemite79

Was raining pretty hard the past few days and I got splashed pretty bad and there is a. Ton of moisture in the housing. Anything I should Do? Or just leave it be?

Claim as a total loss through insurance.

Dolemite79 · 01-22-2022, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by DK__LA

Claim as a total loss through insurance.

Real helpful.....

moproblems · 01-22-2022, 01:20 PM

I would take some silica gel packs and slip them in the housings

GGG333 · 01-22-2022, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Dolemite79

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Originally Posted by DK__LA

Claim as a total loss through insurance.

Real helpful.....

Jokes aside , there was another similar thread like this recently.

Not much you can do , let it dry and see how it goes. If you are able to unseal it , clean it and put it back then that's your only option.

Custom Install · 01-22-2022, 01:38 PM

Go to your BMW dealer and ask them what they think. I think the last two replies have visited a different type of dealer…

GGG333 · 01-22-2022, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Custom Install

Go to your BMW dealer and ask them what they think. I think the last two replies have visited a different type of dealer…

I haven't visited anyone.
Just based on the previous similar thread , someone mentioned these headlights have a tiny hole in them which lets in this moisture.

Custom Install · 01-22-2022, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DK__LA

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Originally Posted by Custom Install

Go to your BMW dealer and ask them what they think. I think the last two replies have visited a different type of dealer…

I haven't visited anyone.
Just based on the previous similar thread , someone mentioned these headlights have a tiny hole in them which lets in this moisture.

Exactly. That would have been the ideal reply 😊

Custom Install · 01-22-2022, 01:44 PM

Condensation in headlights normal? https://g20.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1878728

BIGW0RM · 01-22-2022, 08:15 PM

Headlights have had breathable membranes for years. Some even just have an air hole on the back of the housing. That amount of condensation is NOT normal at all as far as I'm concerned. Looks like BMW did not do a very good job designing these lights if so many people have already reported similar experiences. Once that water pools, Im willing to beat its dam near a teaspoon of water. That's an insane amount of water in a headlamp.

HolyChitMeng · 01-23-2022, 03:42 AM

Don't listen to those guys, there's holes on the outside lens that let water in. You're absolutely fine. It'll dry out

BIGW0RM · 01-23-2022, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by HolyChitMeng

Don't listen to those guys, there's holes on the outside lens that let water in. You're absolutely fine. It'll dry out

https://g80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...3&postcount=15

According to this manual screen shot, it says if you have water droplets, to have them checked out. His look drenched.

Dolemite79 · 01-24-2022, 10:55 AM

Still hasn't dried out so I'm taking it to the dealership today.

Dolemite79 · 01-24-2022, 01:53 PM

Update: dealership wanted to replace under warranty and BMW na approved it on top of that they also had a laser light in stock so I should have the car back today.

BIGW0RM · 01-24-2022, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Dolemite79

Update: dealership wanted to replace under warranty and BMW na approved it on top of that they also had a laser light in stock so I should have the car back today.

Right on! That thing is drenched!

Dolemite79 · 01-24-2022, 02:49 PM

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Right on! That thing is drenched!

Exactly, left it outside for three days to try and get it to dry out and it never happened.

luckylingy · 08-06-2022, 04:57 PM

Same thing happened to me Monday (5 days ago), and this is how much moisture remains. I've given my dealership a heads-up I'll be submitting a warranty claim ...

08-08-2022, 03:07 AM

Come to think about it, I remember seeing some condensation in my headlights also, not as extreme as the OP, but it was there and has since cleared up. I’ll definitely keep an eye on this.

luckylingy · 08-09-2022, 05:43 PM

I learned today that BMW issued a service bulletin (63 02 22) addressing excess headlight condensation in M3 sedans, M4 coupes, and G2x 4 Series produced before March 2022. The bulletin prescribes replacing headlight vents with updated parts. Parts for my car arrived today; installation will occur later this week.

Again, some condensation is normal and will dissipate in short order after running the headlights on low beam.

luckylingy · 08-10-2022, 05:23 PM

I'll have a look before they install it. I've gotten (small amounts of) condensation when driving in rain, which evaporates in a day or two.

The past two Monday mornings involved driving in torrential rain and through large puddles (where municipal sewer drains were overwhelmed). The right front wheel wells filled with so much water that some penetrated the headlight vents and into the headlights themselves. The headlight was finally moisture-free this morning (9 days after the initial deluge).

I ran with my headlights on yesterday (two half hour trips, plus a few shorter jaunts), which may have finally facilitated evaporation. For whatever reason, more evaporation occurs while the car is parked than while it's being driven.

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BIGW0RM You got my money? 3120 Rep 4,640 Posts Drives: Ice Cream Truck Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: ///OC iTrader: (14) Garage List 2022 BMW M3 [9.50]	Headlights have had breathable membranes for years. Some even just have an air hole on the back of the housing. That amount of condensation is NOT normal at all as far as I'm concerned. Looks like BMW did not do a very good job designing these lights if so many people have already reported similar experiences. Once that water pools, Im willing to beat its dam near a teaspoon of water. That's an insane amount of water in a headlamp. __________________ 2022 G80 M3 Competition X / 2020 Range Rover Sport P525 / 2023 Ford Raptor Last edited by BIGW0RM; 01-22-2022 at 08:23 PM..
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luckylingy Lieutenant Colonel 3232 Rep 1,661 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Up North iTrader: (0)	Same thing happened to me Monday (5 days ago), and this is how much moisture remains. I've given my dealership a heads-up I'll be submitting a warranty claim ... Attached Images
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luckylingy Lieutenant Colonel 3232 Rep 1,661 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Up North iTrader: (0)	I learned today that BMW issued a service bulletin (63 02 22) addressing excess headlight condensation in M3 sedans, M4 coupes, and G2x 4 Series produced before March 2022. The bulletin prescribes replacing headlight vents with updated parts. Parts for my car arrived today; installation will occur later this week. Again, some condensation is normal and will dissipate in short order after running the headlights on low beam.
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luckylingy Lieutenant Colonel 3232 Rep 1,661 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Up North iTrader: (0)	I'll have a look before they install it. I've gotten (small amounts of) condensation when driving in rain, which evaporates in a day or two. The past two Monday mornings involved driving in torrential rain and through large puddles (where municipal sewer drains were overwhelmed). The right front wheel wells filled with so much water that some penetrated the headlight vents and into the headlights themselves. The headlight was finally moisture-free this morning (9 days after the initial deluge). I ran with my headlights on yesterday (two half hour trips, plus a few shorter jaunts), which may have finally facilitated evaporation. For whatever reason, more evaporation occurs while the car is parked than while it's being driven.
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