GTD Fog Lamps Condensed - common problem? How to sort

[Buck]

Hi

My GTD fog lamps are condensed inside 

Is this a common problem and how do I dry them out and stop it happening please? Any ideas?

PS I've checked and both plastic covers in the arches are there!


Thanks
Adrian

[RedHP]

This is not a helpful reply, but....no....well not yet.
I had this issue with both the front headlight unit and one rear unit of my previously car (which was purchased new on a 05 plate, and so didn't expect this).
I have been keeping an eye out for this issue on my new baby, but so far (touch wood) its ok. It is such a pain that expensive unit casings cause these problems. To replace my headlight unit on a Nissam, as a whole, cost £200 just for the part itself. I am hoping that I don't have to do this on a VW, as I may have to declare myself as bankrupt 
Please keep us informed with any responses from dealers (if you go to them) !

[Buck]

Thanks

I'm going to take a closer look at them this weekend

I'm not sure how easy it is to remove them to dry them out - might have to be a cloth on a piece of wood/screwdriver through the lightbulb opening then see how they go

[GolfTi]

I think a 'little' condensation is normal (according to the handbook) inside lights at certain times.

Before you do anything drastic just switch them on for 10 mins or so.

If there is still condensation then off to the dealer I would go.

[Buck]

These aren't a little condensed they are streaming inside


I'm off down to my garage now to take a closer look - might drop into the dealers tomorrow ...

[The Doc]

All good here - problem free

[mac7]

Light units contain air, air contains moisture, moisture condenses - it's going to happen sometimes. Remove the bulb (or the whole lamp if that's easier) and dry it out with hot air.

[Snoopy]

Mine steam up but it has had to rain hard then starts to warm up alittle. I just put it down to them not been sealed units and close to the ground. Or if i have had them on and its very cold then do it when i turn them off.

[Buck]

Is there an easy way to remove the light units?

If so I'll removed and bring them into the house for a night or two.

[Keithuk]

If so I'll removed and bring them into the house for a night or two.

That won't cure a problem Buck thats just a remedy not a cure.

Well my fog lamps don't show any signs of condensation and I don't use mine. The thing is with condensation is temperature variations between two objects if there is no ventilation between these two then it will cause condensation. Check the seals and give the fog lamp a small hole to let it breathe. But while its under warranty let them sort it if it bothers you that much.