Canada - Lighting - Condensation In Headlamp

Bulletin
0430

Issue Date
2001-04-10

Market
Canada

Reference
BC-01-005

Model
IS300

Year Range
2001

Component
BC

Subject:
CONDENSATION IN HEADLAMP

A production change has been made to reduce the possibility of slight water condensation in the bottom edge of the headlamp. The following repair procedure has been developed to address those vehicles in the field that exhibit the condition.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2001 model year IS 300 vehicles.







PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:







PART INFORMATION:


REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Replace the headlamp assembly with supply part. Refer to the 2001 IS 300 Repair Manual, Volume 2, steps 1(a) through 1(f) for details.
2. Clean the surface area of the hole at the front fender panel with a degreasing agent to ensure proper adhesion of the seal tape.







3. Apply the seal tape to plug the hole as shown in the illustration.

NOTE:
Confirm headlight aim is correct after completion of this procedure. Refer to the 2001 IS 300 Repair Manual, Volume 2, for details.






REPAIR TIME:

NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.