2005 vdp.
Have had this problem for a while and either lights have been touched or lights replaced. Any suggestions please.
The left side lights are perfect.
Thank you for any suggestions.

 

The big cover on the back of the headlights that is held in place by a metal clip has a rubbery/foam gasket around it. What happened on my car is the gasket gets chewed up or falls out because it is so fiddley to get the cover back in due to lack of space. I too the gasket off mine and refitted it and the lights have been dry ever since. If you look at where the front wing is bolted on you will see if any rain runs down it it lands directly on that cover, so if it's not water tight it fills you headlight with water.

 

Thank you, Will definitely check that out.

 

Hi there
i put a tiny bit of silicone alround underneath of the rubbergasket then put that on back on .
no more humidety insde
Should exchange the lid with new gasket

 

Is it a big job to remove the head light assy? Should be getting some good weather shortly so would like to get err done.
Maybe someone can suggest a tutorial somewhere. Many thanks for any help.

 

Youtube video "jaguar xjr by sarka on the ring " show how to take of the bumper
my first time after taking of the engine cover underneath
15 min job just slide the bumper forward and put it on a towel so no unplugging of the foglights.
you will see the screws

 

Thanks much, let you know how I get on....

 

Taking the bumper off is not difficult, but if the fixings are all rusted up then it will be. I had to cut/grind off 89% of mine and then you will need replacements.

 

JoeDredd, Are they all the same fasteners, maybe I'll get a hand full before I start. Buddy is going to do the job and is going to want the car out of there quick so time is of he essences.
Thanks...

 

Yes you can get kits on ebay.

 

Sorry for still talking about this problem, a question please.
I have removed the top shield over the front grill and my question is can I remove this clip at rear of the headlight without having to drop the bumper?
I understand it's has reduced access but just wondering if the fix from the top is doable.
Reading suggests this seal is damaged and needs to be re-sealed and will this fix both lights.

Many thanks..

 

You can remove the clip (which you just unclip at the top, it cannot be removed completely) and the cover, but it is a very tight fit and you risk damaging the earthing points. That's why many of us prefer to remove the bumper cover, which is an easy job if the screws are not rusty.

Best regards,

Thomas