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Old Aug 24, 2011 | 06:45 PM
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Just bought some OEM ecodes...there is some dirt buildup on the inside of the headlight. Is there any way to remove the clear plastic piece of the headlights? I would like to get some of the dirt out of there.
 
Old Aug 24, 2011 | 07:15 PM
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Yes. You'd need to put the housings in an oven.
 
Old Aug 24, 2011 | 08:33 PM
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If you put them in the over for around 7mins at 210 deg F this will loosen the sealant and you can pry the lens off.
 
Old Aug 25, 2011 | 07:03 AM
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This sounds like a trick to me lol
 
Old Aug 25, 2011 | 09:42 AM
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No it works. I did it on my 300ZX but I just propped them in the oven door rather than put them all the way in the oven.
 
Old Aug 25, 2011 | 10:44 AM
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I've opened headlights literally dozens of times. What I do is stick one on a cookie sheet and just put it in the oven. Take it out with oven mits, and use a chisel to pry the lens off, moving around the perimeter of the lens.
 
Old Aug 25, 2011 | 11:12 AM
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I put mines in the dishwasher
 
Old Aug 25, 2011 | 08:18 PM
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I'll probably give it a shot guys. Thanks, hopefully I don't burn the house down.
 
Old Aug 26, 2011 | 01:22 AM
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Can I use a toaster oven?
 
Old Aug 26, 2011 | 05:27 PM
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will a heat gun do?
 



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