Headlamp Back Cover. Porsche 997.2 Carrera / Turbo / GT2 RS / GT3 2009-13

Headlamp Back Cover.
The Porsche Headlamp Back Cover is a genuine OEM part designed to protect and seal the rear of the headlight unit on Porsche 911 (997) models equipped with Xenon headlights and directional beam systems.

Fits:

• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
• Porsche 997 MKII GT3 2010-11
• Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
• Porsche 997 MKII GT2 RS 2011-13

Cars With Option Codes:
603 - Xenon Plus Dynamic Cornering Light

What This Product Does:
Protects the rear of the headlamp unit. It covers the bulb/opening at the rear of the headlight housing to keep out dust, moisture, debris, and other contaminants. Without a proper cover, the headlamp internals (bulb base, electrical connections, reflectors) can get exposed and degrade.

Symptoms Of A Worn, Missing Or Faulty Cover:

• There is visible dust, dirt, or moisture inside the headlamp (fogging of lens, condensation).
• The bulb wiring or connectors are getting dirty, corroded, or oxidising.
• The headlamp bulb is more likely to fail prematurely because of exposure to moisture or debris.
• Unwanted noise or slight leaks from the headlamp housing area.
• The cover is missing, cracked, warped, or doesn’t seal properly.

Why Replacement Matters:

• Protects light output and longevity of bulbs: keeping moisture and contaminants out helps the Xenon bulbs perform correctly and last longer.
  
• Maintains the integrity of the headlamp unit (reflectors, lens, internal wiring) by keeping the internal environment sealed.
  
• Prevents electrical / corrosion issues in bulb socket, connectors, internal reflectors or aim/beam adjusters.
  
• Avoids more expensive issues: sometimes a poor seal can lead to water damage that’s more costly than just replacing the cap.

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