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Old 08-17-2014 | 09:03 PM
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Unhappy Headlights - Heat Vision Damage

I have an '07 C4S and I always have the clouding inside the headlights (cover). The clouding shape mimics headlights-bulb burn.



Anyone has/had this issue also?

I understand there's a thread on how to disassemble your headlights. Before I undertake this project, I thought I would ask if anyone had it fixed.


Thanks.


 
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Old 08-18-2014 | 05:46 AM
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Originally Posted by cab83_750
I have an '07 C4S and I always have the clouding inside the headlights (cover). The clouding shape mimics headlights-bulb burn.



Anyone has/had this issue also?

I understand there's a thread on how to disassemble your headlights. Before I undertake this project, I thought I would ask if anyone had it fixed.


Thanks.


Does it have a non-OEM, higher wattage bulb? If that's what's causing the damage I'd also be worried about the effect of the heat on the connectors. I've never seen heat damage on the inside. From what I understand, they can be repaired but it's a pretty extensive process to separate the lens cover. Are you sure it's on the inside - lots of folks report exterior clouding and that can be polished out pretty easily. Good luck,
 
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Old 08-18-2014 | 07:48 AM
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I have the same thing on my headlights. '07 Targa 4S
 

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Old 08-18-2014 | 08:05 AM
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Bought the car CPO with 12k miles from dealer. Most likely regular bulbs.
(I don't know the difference).
Definitely inside. This is not your regular clouding/hazing. You can tell it's from the light rays.
 

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