V941402 2011521

Technical Bulletin
Model(s)
Year
Eng. Code
Trans. Code
VIN Range From
VIN Range To
1996-2014
All
All
All
All
All
(except Routan)
Condition
94 14 02 March 06, 2014 2011521 Supersedes T. B. V941401 dated February 14, 2011 to correct publication year
from 2011 to 2014.
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses.
Note:
Condensation does not affect performance of light assemblies.
Technical Background
Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on
their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic changes.
Production Solution
No Production Change required.
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Service
For headlights, the affected lens surface should be clear after approx. 10 minutes of light operation, although the
entire surface may not clear.
In cases where larger water droplets have formed on the inside of the lens or significant amount of water has
collected at the bottom of a light assembly:
• Check for leaking seals, cracks in lenses or assemblies.
DO NOT replace light or lens assemblies unless damage is found.
If damage to seals or cracks to lenses or assemblies are found:
• Follow normal repair procedures for this type of failure (provide a photograph, if possible, with repair
documentation for verification).
If no damage is found:
• Use compressed air (less than 30 PSI ) to blow out the lens.
Warranty
Information only.
Required Parts and Tools
No Special Parts required.
No Special Tools required.
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.
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No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or
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