How to Clean Dirty Car Headlights?

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SanBennett
07/24/25 12:54am
Here are the methods for cleaning car headlights: 1. Remove surface dust by wiping the headlights with a cloth, ensuring they are as clean as possible. 2. Cover the edges of the headlights with tape to avoid scratches. 3. Soak a piece of 1000-grit sandpaper in cold water for 10 minutes, then evenly wipe the headlight housing, sanding back and forth in one direction while keeping the surface wet. Apply moderate pressure to avoid damaging the surrounding paint or trim. 4. Apply polish to the plastic housing and buff in a circular motion for about ten minutes, being careful with the pressure to prevent removing the car paint, until the surface regains its glossy finish.
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