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PQ · 07-05-2012, 05:50 PM

Interesting. I had that happen to me too a couple years ago. Car was sitting up on jackstands while my piece of shit Savini wheels were on one of their standard trips to California and it was really humid and hot in the garage.

It dried out and never did it again.

GRRRRAH · 07-05-2012, 06:23 PM

This has happened to mine too--a brand new 2012. But only once--I had the two center vents blowing down (like you do in your photo). Once I redirected the vents, the dew slowly disappeared.

hightower · 07-05-2012, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by GibbyGil

I had condensation in my radio also, but after awhile it disappeared on its own

I wouldn't worry about it.

I agree.

OP, give it some time and see if it goes away. If not, then be concerned.

BaldCamaroStud · 07-05-2012, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by hightower

I agree.

OP, give it some time and see if it goes away. If not, then be concerned.

Well, it isn't the first time its happened. The first time it did I was going to wait and see, but its happening more often now...

MrGood · 07-05-2012, 11:29 PM

Had it. Lost it.

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 07-06-2012, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by DieHardBattery

Getting condensation on the inside of the radio display. Usually happens when it's humid and have the ac running, then decide to put down the window. I know condensation itself is normal but just worried about it being on the inside....

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I am sorry to hear of the concern you are having. Depending if you’re A/C is on recirculation or not may be the cause of the condensation. Nonetheless, it may be best to take it to your dealership for diagnosis to see exactly why this is happening. Please contact me with any details and I look forward to your updates.

Brandon
Chevrolet Customer Service

BaldCamaroStud · 07-06-2012, 10:15 AM

Hey Brandon. I talked to a couple dealers this morning, one pointed me to a bulletin that says the condition can occur if the center vents are pointed down toward the radio (which they are). So I'll try that and see if it goes away. I normally blast it too so, the bulletin also said to turn down the blower once the interior gets cool. I'll try those suggestions and keep an eye on it.

strych9 · 07-06-2012, 10:25 AM

Mine does it too. It clears up after the A/C gets all the humidity out of the car. I've heard others say the same thing. It's normal.

Shu71 · 07-06-2012, 10:31 AM

What a crack up! You should be able to point vents anywhere in their range of motion and not cause another problem like this! Also seriously "turn the blower down" is their second advice? The seal between lens and the LCD is not working. They should replace the stereo but they don't want to because A LOT are having this same problem. Mine does this too and it's is frustrating to hear GM pull a weak move like they did to you.

All Star · 07-06-2012, 11:17 AM

Don't freak out over it...see if it dries out after a few days, if not, have your dealer look at it.

orangejuice · 07-06-2012, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by DieHardBattery

Getting condensation on the inside of the radio display. Usually happens when it's humid and have the ac running, then decide to put down the window. I know condensation itself is normal but just worried about it being on the inside....

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Yeah definitely not normal. Should not have condensation on the inside of your radio.

strych9 · 07-06-2012, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by orangejuice

Yeah definitely not normal. Should not have condensation on the inside of your radio.

Geez...it's simple science at work here. No seal or anything else is going to prevent this from happening. I live in a super-humid area and I've had it happen on other cars also. It dries right up, and leaves no residue.

NoSloSS · 07-06-2012, 03:58 PM

Mine did the same this week, but it was really hot and humid that day. It was the first time and I'm not too worried about it. Auto radios are not sealed against water, they are electronics and need to allow airflow which helps keep parts cool. If it happens regularly then I would worry.

tomlink · 07-06-2012, 04:10 PM

I'd say take it back, but if you cannot show them the problem in action I think you have no hope of getting them to do anything.

07-05-2012, 05:50 PM	#15
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,717 View My Garage	Interesting. I had that happen to me too a couple years ago. Car was sitting up on jackstands while my piece of shit Savini wheels were on one of their standard trips to California and it was really humid and hot in the garage. It dried out and never did it again. __________________

07-06-2012, 10:25 AM	#22
strych9 I'll be back... Drives: Subaru, HD Road Glide Special Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 3,036 View My Garage	Mine does it too. It clears up after the A/C gets all the humidity out of the car. I've heard others say the same thing. It's normal. __________________ Bye bye, Bumblebee! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Build Journal My Garage GoPro Mic Hack

07-06-2012, 10:31 AM	#23
Shu71 Drives: 2011 Camaro RS M6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Illinois Posts: 795	What a crack up! You should be able to point vents anywhere in their range of motion and not cause another problem like this! Also seriously "turn the blower down" is their second advice? The seal between lens and the LCD is not working. They should replace the stereo but they don't want to because A LOT are having this same problem. Mine does this too and it's is frustrating to hear GM pull a weak move like they did to you. __________________

07-06-2012, 11:17 AM	#24
All Star I'm an Engineer Drives: 2019 Camaro 1SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Camden County, NJ Posts: 682	Don't freak out over it...see if it dries out after a few days, if not, have your dealer look at it. __________________

07-05-2012, 06:23 PM	#16
GRRRRAH Drives: 2012 AGM Camaro Convertible Join Date: May 2012 Location: Silver Spring, MD Posts: 7	This has happened to mine too--a brand new 2012. But only once--I had the two center vents blowing down (like you do in your photo). Once I redirected the vents, the dew slowly disappeared.

07-05-2012, 11:29 PM	#19
MrGood Drives: Broken palmghetto test car Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Balm, FL Posts: 1,033	Had it. Lost it.

07-06-2012, 10:15 AM	#21
BaldCamaroStud Camaro Owner & Enthusiast Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 463 View My Garage	Hey Brandon. I talked to a couple dealers this morning, one pointed me to a bulletin that says the condition can occur if the center vents are pointed down toward the radio (which they are). So I'll try that and see if it goes away. I normally blast it too so, the bulletin also said to turn down the blower once the interior gets cool. I'll try those suggestions and keep an eye on it.

07-06-2012, 03:58 PM	#27
NoSloSS BUMBLWHO Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Evans, GA Posts: 275 View My Garage	Mine did the same this week, but it was really hot and humid that day. It was the first time and I'm not too worried about it. Auto radios are not sealed against water, they are electronics and need to allow airflow which helps keep parts cool. If it happens regularly then I would worry.

07-06-2012, 04:10 PM	#28
tomlink Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: New Bern, NC Posts: 953 View My Garage	I'd say take it back, but if you cannot show them the problem in action I think you have no hope of getting them to do anything.