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Pendle



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Rear lens replacement L405

Hi, I have bought a rear lens from powerfuluk.com
Has anyone replaced a lens?
Mine is cracked but lamp unit is undamaged
Any tips would be appreciated
Thanks
Pendle

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you'll have to soften the bonding between the lens and light unit to remove it..

putting in the oven can do this or a heat gun...its a tricky job and does take time and fettling..

once the old lens is off its a matter of re-bonding the new lens.. ... - .- -.




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Pendle



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Thanks
What did you use to bond the new lens?
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a strong clear silicon glue will do the job..there are many brands available.. ... - .- -.




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There’s a video on the PowerfulUK site in which they “de-tango” some D3 headlights, swapping out the orange reflector for a clear one, by placing the headlights in an oven to soften the adhesive and separating the lens from light body.
I did that a few years ago on a D3, following closely their video advice and it worked well. I imagine the process for your 405 is similar, so it would be worth watching their D3 video.
Good luck! L405 2017 TDV6 AB
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Pendle



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Thanks Matt
I will take a look
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Pendle



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Hi Matt
Sorry, I cannot find the video.
Do you have a link?
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Pendle



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Thanks Matt
Maybe I have just found it !




Thanks Pendle

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AND !!

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Oh, sorry, I should have posted the link…but you found it in the end Smile
I had my D3 light in and out of the oven several times at first to get the adhesive to soften. On the second headlight, I had the courage to leave it in slightly longer and it was really straight forward.
I hope you get it sorted easily enough. L405 2017 TDV6 AB
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I’m not sure the rear light lenses are as straightforward to replace as I think they’re plastic welded opposed using mastic which can be softened with heat per the headlights.

Happy to be corrected though Thumbs Up

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Yes, they are sonic welded together... I would simply break the old cover off bit by bit Careful NOT to touch any chrome inside as it'll be ruined by the oil in your skin... Then glue the replacement on using some form of PU Thumbs Up

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Pendle



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Thanks Cam'
I am getting more nervous by the post!
But thanks to all for tips and advice

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have you considered looking on ebay for a replacement light unit...you might lucky and find cheap one.. ... - .- -.




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No disrespect to PowerfulUK, great company I have used many times and I just love the videos!! However I replaced the lense on my L405 a few weeks back. Spent at least 3 hours on it and wasnt happy with the end result as you are effectivly guessing where to re-bond the new lense. I would go 2nd hand route.

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