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Old May 6, 2013 | 07:37 AM
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Condensation in Headlamp

Starting to noticed condensation in one of the headlamps. Did not see any cracks rock chips. Bad seal?
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Old May 6, 2013 | 12:15 PM
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Lamp unit is an open system (ventilated), if condensation does not dissipate in short period of time, may need replacement – reference bulletins LI82.10-P-051769 & LI82.10-P-050139.
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Old May 6, 2013 | 03:02 PM
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Thanks for the reply. It does dissipate....this is the first time I've noticed it. Have had the car for a year.
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I noticed this when I was picking up the car and it was freshly washed. It was on both sides of the headlights, the parking light area. I was told it's normal.
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Old Jan 14, 2014 | 05:13 PM
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I noticed this when I was picking up the car and it was freshly washed. It was on both sides of the headlights, the parking light area. I was told it's normal.
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Old Jan 27, 2015 | 01:57 AM
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Lamp unit is an open system (ventilated), if condensation does not dissipate in short period of time, may need replacement – reference bulletins LI82.10-P-051769 & LI82.10-P-050139.
Do these TSBs apply to 2013 S550? I searched for them but didn't come up with anything. I'd greatly appreciate it if someone can post (or link) them.

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Old Jan 27, 2015 | 08:52 AM
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Yes and it only happens in a car wash or if your are using a pressure washer. I hand wash and its never happened again. Mercedes all do this I'd there's too much water, whereas Lexus and others would never so this. Germans sometimes over engineer stuff.

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