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      11-27-2020, 05:00 PM   #1
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Hey guys so just recently a piece of the plastic headlight broke don’t ask how 🤦🏽*♂️ But I was wondering if I could just replace the plastic cover or if I have to replace the whole headlight. And where I could find these parts thanks!
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You can replace the cover, but unless you've taken apart a headlight before it may not turn out well. You'll introduce dust inside the housing, and if you don't seal it well there will be moisture/condensation forming. Taking the whole thing apart isn't a peach either, you may have to bake it open.
Check car-part dot com for an auto recycler near you....
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Okay I think I’m going to have a shop do it for me but do you know where I can buy just the covers?
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I own a 2015 bmw 428
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      11-27-2020, 06:00 PM   #5
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Check car-part or flea bay first for whole used headlights, other than that just google f30 headlight lens cover and you'll get several. I know the 3 series is more common and has a different design than the 4, but they are out there.
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Okay will a 3 series headlight lens cover fit on a 4 series? Thank you btw
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No.
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I did some searching and only hits for the 3 series come up. There are whole assemblies (minus electronics) available from car part or ebay, probably your best bet. You could also file an insurance claim...
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