2012 135i LCI Headlight Condensation

MikesBMW · 01-25-2015, 05:37 PM

Hey guys - I recently bought a 135i m sport and noticed condensation in both headlights. One is slightly worse than the other and it doesn't seem to burn off with the xenons on. Also there is a very slight shake of one of the headlights over bumps. Could it be a bit loose due to the BMW performance suspension that's installed? It's a very tight / hard ride when combined with the runflats.

Check out the pic and let me know if you have thoughts on the condensation. Car was bought used but has a clean carfax so I don't think it's even been in an accident and had them replaced. Still have warranty so plan on taking it in to be looked at as soon as I get time.

TheCaptain · 01-25-2015, 06:18 PM

Most likely the bulbs were changed and someone didn't put the covers back on correctly. They are a huge pain to get right. Since you are under warranty I would take it in and make a note of it in case something goes wrong down the road.

anthonyc4242 · 02-01-2015, 05:18 PM

Agreed, sometimes that can occur from the headlights not being aligned on correctly, taking it in to your local BMW would be your best bet. They will probably help you figure it out and put them on right if that is the case for little to no charge.

MikesBMW · 02-01-2015, 11:00 PM

also noticed the headlight bounces a bit over bumps in the road... thinking maybe a bracket is broken.. hope BMW replaces it under warranty

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MikesBMW Banned 321 Rep 1,410 Posts Drives: X3 M40i Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ohio iTrader: (1) Garage List 2019 BMW X3 M40i [0.00] 2017 BMW X1 [0.00]	2012 135i LCI Headlight Condensation Hey guys - I recently bought a 135i m sport and noticed condensation in both headlights. One is slightly worse than the other and it doesn't seem to burn off with the xenons on. Also there is a very slight shake of one of the headlights over bumps. Could it be a bit loose due to the BMW performance suspension that's installed? It's a very tight / hard ride when combined with the runflats. Check out the pic and let me know if you have thoughts on the condensation. Car was bought used but has a clean carfax so I don't think it's even been in an accident and had them replaced. Still have warranty so plan on taking it in to be looked at as soon as I get time. Attached Images
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TheCaptain Second Lieutenant 65 Rep 275 Posts Drives: m235i x 'vert Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	Most likely the bulbs were changed and someone didn't put the covers back on correctly. They are a huge pain to get right. Since you are under warranty I would take it in and make a note of it in case something goes wrong down the road.
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anthonyc4242 Private First Class 15 Rep 164 Posts Drives: 2024 M240i X-Drive Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Rhode Island iTrader: (0)	Agreed, sometimes that can occur from the headlights not being aligned on correctly, taking it in to your local BMW would be your best bet. They will probably help you figure it out and put them on right if that is the case for little to no charge.
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MikesBMW Banned 321 Rep 1,410 Posts Drives: X3 M40i Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ohio iTrader: (1) Garage List 2019 BMW X3 M40i [0.00] 2017 BMW X1 [0.00]	also noticed the headlight bounces a bit over bumps in the road... thinking maybe a bracket is broken.. hope BMW replaces it under warranty
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