How To Restore Dull Headlights

Headlights looking dull? Don't drop the dollars on buying new headlights when you can simply restore them. Here's how to restore dull headlights, using the 3M Heavy Duty Headlight Restoration Kit. Not only does this make your headlights LOOK better... it improves brightness, making them SAFER.

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STEPS TO RESTORE HEADLIGHTS
  1. Apply high-performance masking tape (such as 3MAutomotive Masking Tape) to the auto body around the lens you are restoring. 
  2. Use progressively finer levels of abrasives (or the 3M abrasive discs) to remove yellowing, scratches, dirt, haze, and other buildup on the lens. 
  3. If you are not using a 3M or similar system, you'll want to finish with a compound. If using a 3M kit, most will include 3M Rubbing Compound. This will shine up your headlights nicely... but don't stop here!
  4. Wax with your choice of wax and a soft cloth (the 3M kits may include Synthetic Wax Protectant). 
  5. Remove the masking tape, and voila - beautiful, like-new headlights.
  6. Want to keep that "like new" look? Be sure to protect with 3M Headlight Clear Coat Wipes
We recommend the 3M Heavy Duty Headlight Restoration Kit and 3M Quick Headlight Clear Coat Wipes.