Condensation on the inside of the lense of my Gauge Cluster

Need4Camaro · 06-10-2019, 01:45 PM

So my Gauge Cluster lense is full of water spots. At first I thought it was on the outside of the lense and I tried to clean it with glass cleaner. Absolutely nothing changed. Went over it 3 - 4 times and it's still exactly the same.

Should bumper to bumper cover this?

Attached image.

LT4Greg · 06-10-2019, 03:14 PM

Wow Need4, never seen anything like that before! Very strange and yes I would think it is covered under your warranty since yours is a 2017.

SPARTAN sui · 06-10-2019, 03:41 PM

That looks horrible, but yes, it's supposed to be sealed and is a single unit, it should be covered by bumper to bumper warranty.

Gutling · 06-10-2019, 03:49 PM

Can you feel it on the outside, like with your fingernail? Maybe some chemical or cleaner got sprayed up there that etched it?

Need4Camaro · 06-10-2019, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Gutling

Can you feel it on the outside, like with your fingernail? Maybe some chemical or cleaner got sprayed up there that etched it?

I'll try this when I next go outside. I scheduled an appointment with the dealer as well.

If its etched, is it possible to fix it? I only just noticed this today, we had a pretty bad rain storm here in Austin last night but Im baffled how my gauge cluster could have been effected by it if it was.

GearheadSS · 06-10-2019, 04:06 PM

If it doesn't go away once the temp in your cabin changes, it's probably not condensation. Take it to the dealership and see what they say.

kropscamaro16 · 06-10-2019, 04:15 PM

i have it also but on my cruze but its mostly because i vape in my car with the windows rolled up lol happen on my cobalt ss also o well

Need4Camaro · 06-10-2019, 04:23 PM

Went outside, ran my finger across. The plastic feels smooth to me. Tried scratching with my finger nail, no changes nor do I feel any difference.

SnakeEyeSS · 06-10-2019, 06:33 PM

When you sprayed stuff on it did it soon different or could you see the spot through the liquid. If it looked different, it may be like a scratch on the paint when it gets wet.

nicktechla · 06-10-2019, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by kropscamaro16

i have it also but on my cruze but its mostly because i vape in my car with the windows rolled up lol happen on my cobalt ss also o well

GroundhogSS · 06-10-2019, 10:13 PM

Possibly a leak around the windshield let some water in? Was the car out in the rain?

Need4Camaro · 07-19-2019, 09:20 PM

Sorry for the long delay on this. I havent had much free time lately. The dealership says that the lense is etched by armorall or some plastic protectant. I use 303 protectant and I usually only spray the rag and dont remember seeing this when used it last on the dash. When I run my fingers across it I feel no difference. When I scratch at it, nothing absolves or comes off. If it is etched how do I fix this or do I need a whole new gauge cluster?

19SW1LE · 07-19-2019, 09:57 PM

You can try polishing it, like a similar procedure to plastic headlight repair. Try polishing first, if it doesn't work then you will have to sand it down with a 2500 grit or finer, then polish. If you're not mechanically inclined then find someone who's done it before cause it can definitely get worse. If you do decide to do it, make sure you mask the surrounding area so you don't accidentally scratch other things. Good luck.

Need4Camaro · 07-19-2019, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 19SW1LE

You can try polishing it, like a similar procedure to plastic headlight repair. Try polishing first, if it doesn't work then you will have to sand it down with a 2500 grit or finer, then polish. If you're not mechanically inclined then find someone who's done it before cause it can definitely get worse. If you do decide to do it, make sure you mask the surrounding area so you don't accidentally scratch other things. Good luck.

what polish would you recommend using?

06-10-2019, 01:45 PM	#1
Need4Camaro Drives: '17 Camaro 2SS & '99 Camaro Z28 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,836	Condensation on the inside of the lense of my Gauge Cluster So my Gauge Cluster lense is full of water spots. At first I thought it was on the outside of the lense and I tried to clean it with glass cleaner. Absolutely nothing changed. Went over it 3 - 4 times and it's still exactly the same. Should bumper to bumper cover this? Attached image. Attached Images

06-10-2019, 03:14 PM	#2
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,813	Wow Need4, never seen anything like that before! Very strange and yes I would think it is covered under your warranty since yours is a 2017. __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

06-10-2019, 03:41 PM	#3
SPARTAN sui PC Technician Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: North Dakota Posts: 2,161	That looks horrible, but yes, it's supposed to be sealed and is a single unit, it should be covered by bumper to bumper warranty. __________________

06-10-2019, 04:15 PM	#7
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,817	i have it also but on my cruze but its mostly because i vape in my car with the windows rolled up lol happen on my cobalt ss also o well __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

06-10-2019, 06:33 PM	#9
SnakeEyeSS Drives: Camaro 2SS & ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 857	When you sprayed stuff on it did it soon different or could you see the spot through the liquid. If it looked different, it may be like a scratch on the paint when it gets wet. __________________ 2017 Camaro 2SS A8 Bright Yellow NPP MRC 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Radiant Red

06-10-2019, 03:49 PM	#4
Gutling Drives: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0 LT Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Dillsboro, NC Posts: 202	Can you feel it on the outside, like with your fingernail? Maybe some chemical or cleaner got sprayed up there that etched it?

06-10-2019, 04:06 PM	#6
GearheadSS Drives: 23 LT1/22 Colorado TB/69 Chevelle Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greenville, Tx Posts: 4,970 View My Garage	If it doesn't go away once the temp in your cabin changes, it's probably not condensation. Take it to the dealership and see what they say.

06-10-2019, 04:23 PM	#8
Need4Camaro Drives: '17 Camaro 2SS & '99 Camaro Z28 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,836	Went outside, ran my finger across. The plastic feels smooth to me. Tried scratching with my finger nail, no changes nor do I feel any difference.

06-10-2019, 10:13 PM	#11
GroundhogSS Drives: '17 2SS convertible'20 Yukon Denali Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 2,934	Possibly a leak around the windshield let some water in? Was the car out in the rain? __________________ Richard 2017 2SS SIM convertible, A8, NPP, MRC, 56R wheels, GM CAI, Diode Dynamics Side Markers Delivered: 08/15/2016 #TeamBeckyD

07-19-2019, 09:20 PM	#12
Need4Camaro Drives: '17 Camaro 2SS & '99 Camaro Z28 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,836	Sorry for the long delay on this. I havent had much free time lately. The dealership says that the lense is etched by armorall or some plastic protectant. I use 303 protectant and I usually only spray the rag and dont remember seeing this when used it last on the dash. When I run my fingers across it I feel no difference. When I scratch at it, nothing absolves or comes off. If it is etched how do I fix this or do I need a whole new gauge cluster? Attached Images

07-19-2019, 09:57 PM	#13
19SW1LE Drives: 2018 LT 1LE Join Date: May 2019 Location: VA Posts: 117	You can try polishing it, like a similar procedure to plastic headlight repair. Try polishing first, if it doesn't work then you will have to sand it down with a 2500 grit or finer, then polish. If you're not mechanically inclined then find someone who's done it before cause it can definitely get worse. If you do decide to do it, make sure you mask the surrounding area so you don't accidentally scratch other things. Good luck.

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