Water (ice) on inside of windscreen-prevent?

beachyboy

Towards the end of the winter there was routinely a thin layer of ice on the inside of my windscreen. I am assuming this is due to a small leak as opposed to condensation as it doesnt happen in new cars? Is this a common problem in older cars? I will be replacing the windscreen shortly should l this solve the problem?
Thanks

CiniO

There must be some moisture inside your car.
That's the reason - it has nothing to do with fact if car is old or new.

The_Pretender

Try replacing the pollen filter, costs about €12-15 in the motor factors. That might solve your problem.

Are the seats/mats in the car damp?

You could get some of those dehumidifier packs, they take the moisture out of the air. Are you replacing the windscreen just because of the ice forming?

corktina

Make sure your fresh air supply is enabled rather than recirculated air...if you have aircon, use it.

corkgsxr

And clean the window. Dirty windows hold more moisture

beachyboy

The_Pretender wrote: »

Try replacing the pollen filter, costs about €12-15 in the motor factors. That might solve your problem.

Are the seats/mats in the car damp?

You could get some of those dehumidifier packs, they take the moisture out of the air. Are you replacing the windscreen just because of the ice forming?

thanks guys -
Im replacing the window because it is cracked.
What are the dehumidifier packs? where do you get them?

The_Pretender

Silica packs. These sort of things.

Also if you've got the heat on when it's cold out you could try turning it off or the AC on in the car for the last minute or two till you stop. Warm air holds more moisture, so cooling the temperature inside the car may help.

Noccy_Mondy

We use this yoke in one of the cars, keeps the windscreen clear when parked, but doesn't stop it fogging up when driving.
http://www.woodiesdiy.com/Product/kontrol-mini-moisture-trap/19600/3.5.12#.U3FZBfldWSo