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Strange Headlamp unit issue in Audi TT

cellosid · 2023-06-30 23:20:07

Thought this was the beginning of the haze issue, ..... it's on the passenger side only. On closer inspection, the cloudiness appears on the inside, and there appears to be melting of the reflector as seen in the attached photo. Any thoughts on what might be the cause or advice on this ? Thanks

30-06-2023 11:20PM

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cellosid

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Thought this was the beginning of the haze issue, ..... it's on the passenger side only.
On closer inspection, the cloudiness appears on the inside, and there appears to be melting of the reflector as seen in the attached photo.

Any thoughts on what might be the cause or advice on this ?

Thanks
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#2 01-07-2023 09:28PM

Spook_ie

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Is it a new car or is it older?
Reason I ask is that some people will use the wrong bulb to try and increase their vision or to make the car look "cool" rather than use the correct type of bulb.
They look like 'projector' type headlamps and I'd imagine H7 bulbs of standard 55w should be used.

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#3 02-07-2023 03:54PM

wandererz

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Incorrect bulb seating can also cause melting of the reflector.

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#4 02-07-2023 11:48PM

cellosid

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Thanks Guys,............... it's a late 2008, 2 Owner , low mileage with Service History.
It does seem like somebody messed up with an indicator bulb ? 😏
On the lookout for a replacement Headlamp !

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