How to Deal with Yellowing Plastic Headlight Covers?

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LunaMarie
07/30/25 5:39am
Here are solutions for yellowing plastic headlight covers: 1. Car owners can regularly maintain their vehicles by cleaning dirt and dust from the headlight surfaces. Use a clean soft cloth to wipe them, and you can also prepare soapy water to wash the headlights, which helps remove surface contaminants, oil stains, and other attachments to prevent yellowing. 2. Sand the headlights with sandpaper, then polish them with specialized wax. 3. Apply tape around the edges of the headlights, then sand them with varying grits of sandpaper step by step. Finally, use professional tools to apply a protective film. Additional Information: The reason for yellowing plastic headlight covers is prolonged exposure to sunlight. Modern car headlight covers are made from polycarbonate plastic through compression molding. This type of plastic is sturdy and transparent, but it is also prone to oxidation and aging.
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