Headlamp Condensation And Fogging (23-043-20)

WARNING: This page is about the Charger GT, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2021-10-27
Reference number: 23-043-20
Supersedes refnos: 23-033-21

HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND FOGGING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 23-033-21, Date of Issue: October 27, 2021

CHRYSLER:	2015-2021 Dodge Charger (LD)
GROUP:	23 - Body

Superceded Bulletin(s): 23-043-20, Date of Issue: December 10, 2020

NOTE: This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without written permission of FCA US LLC

NOTE: This bulletin supersedes Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 23-043-20, date of issue December 10, 2020, which should be removed from your files. All revisions are highlighted with **asterisks** and include additional model year and build dates.

OVERVIEW

This bulletin involves installing updated closure cap(s) on the headlamp assembly.

MODELS

MODELS CHART

2015 - **2021**

(LD)

Dodge Charger

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles within the following markets/countries: North America.

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or before August 27, 2021 (MDH 0827XX) equipped with the Bi-Function Halogen Projector headlamp (Sales Code LMC).**

NOTE: **This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or before October 20, 2021 (MDH 1020XX) equipped with the Bi-Function HID Projector headlamp (Sales Code LPQ).**

SYMPTOM/CONDITION

Customers may experience the following:

One or both of the vehicle's headlamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses.

DIAGNOSIS

If the customer describes the symptom/condition listed above, perform the Diagnosis Procedure.

NOTE: The diagnosis needs to be performed in a warm shop with low humidity.

Bring the vehicle into the shop, turn on the headlamps (high beams) and hazard warning lamps.
Let the vehicle run for 20 minutes.

NOTE: If the condensation/fogging has begun to clear from the lamp lenses after 20 minutes of lamp operation, the headlamp assembly seal is not defective and the headlamp assembly does not need to be replaced. The figures below are examples of good (Fig. 1 ) and faulty. (Fig. 2 ) headlamp assemblies

NOTE: Headlamp assemblies that have physical damage, such as a crack or a hole, or that have been dissembled and modified to install color changing LEDs are NOT covered under the provisions of the warranty.
Did both headlamp lenses start to clear (Fig. 1 )?
- YES>>> Install the updated closure caps on the both headlamp assemblies. Proceed to Step 1 of the Repair Procedure.
- NO>>> Proceed to Step 3 of the Diagnosis Procedure.
If one headlamp assembly cleared and the other still has heavy condensation in it, only replace the updated closure cap on the assembly that cleared up. Proceed to Step 1 of the Repair Procedure.
NOTE: The headlamp that still has condensation with no clearing in it will need to be replaced. Use normal Service Information and normal warranty process and procedures. Replacement headlamp assemblies will already have the updated closure cap installed.

PARTS REQUIRED

PARTS INFORMATION

Qty.	Part No.	Description
2 (AR)	68530177AA	Cap Kit, Headlamp Closure

NOTE: Two kits will be needed per vehicle: one for each headlamp assembly.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Open the Hood.
Remove the old closure cap(s) by turning it counterclockwise and discard (Fig. 3 )

NOTE: Make sure the Closure cap(s) are properly installed. If the seal on the cap is visible, it is not installed properly (Fig. 4 ).
Install the new closure cap(s) by turning the cap clockwise. Make sure the cap is fully seated and all lugs are engaged.
Close the hood on the vehicle.

POLICY

Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE

TIME ALLOWANCE CHART

Labor Operation No:	Description	Skill Category	Amount
08-50-31-9N	Inspect Headlamp Assemblies for Excess Condensation/Fogging (0 - Introduction)	6 - Electrical and Body Systems	0.5 Hrs.
08-50-31-9P	Closure Cap, Headlamp Housing-Inspect and Replace One (0 - Introduction)	6 - Electrical and Body Systems	0.5 Hrs.
08-50-31-9Q	Closure Caps, Headlamp Housing-Inspect and Replace Both (0 - Introduction)	6 - Electrical and Body Systems	0.6 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE

FAILURE CODE CHART

zz	Service Action