I'm intending to drive on mainland Europe during the summer and I'm aware that I'll need to fit headlamp adaptors for driving in the dark. I was wondering if anyone had fitted these to their Roomster and, given that the whole Roomster light cluster is quite large, how tricky is this? I've had a quick look and basically dont know where to start.

DO check your handbook. The projector headlights (the ones which look like a lens) have a lever you move to set for driving on t'other side, and I would be very surprised if the other headlight type doesn't as well.

John

DO check your handbook. The projector headlights (the ones which look like a lens) have a lever you move to set for driving on t'other side, and I would be very surprised if the other headlight type doesn't as well.

John

Unfortunately it isn't in the handbook, but it's deffinately there, certainly on my "3". It flattens the cut off on the left.

There are a few threads on here about this. The results of flattening the beam have been noted as greatly reducing the range of the lamps. I have used stickers thet go on the outside, but this year I have bought some polycarbonate lens covers that clip on. They come with a sticker & are marked for blanking the correct part of the lens. I had them fitted to my old Peugeot 206 & they were fine. The only thing with those for the roomy are that there is a screw & a bit of the bracket visible above the lamp. i can live with that, others may not like it.

I just use the "Hella" stickers, which do a good job, a lot quicker than fiddleing with the headlight lever.

I just use the "Hella" stickers, which do a good job, a lot quicker than fiddleing with the headlight lever.

How do you tell where to place them?

This is my whole problem. I want to fit the stickers but, like Calomax, have no idea where they should be placed.

This is my whole problem. I want to fit the stickers but, like Calomax, have no idea where they should be placed.

The levers are very easy to use but mine don't work properly on the nearside. It's fine on dip but I get a shadow on main beam. I'm not too worried as It'll be daylight until 11pm while I'm in France so I'll only need dipped headlights if we should have rain. I won't be out when it's dark enough to use main beam.

It was also suggested to me to turn down the headlight adjuster on the dash, which is fine as long as you aren't carrying a lot of luggage or, as in my case, towing a caravan.

This is my whole problem. I want to fit the stickers but, like Calomax, have no idea where they should be placed.

In the packet the stickers come in, they show you where to put them, possibly only list the fabia 2, but the headlights are the same.

In the packet the stickers come in, they show you where to put them, possibly only list the fabia 2, but the headlights are the same.

Great, thanks, I'll look for some, I've only used the clear beam diverters on the old car.

I got some from ALDI & they listed the Roomster on a seperate sheet to the main instructions. I'll post pictures of the covers on mine once I've fitted the deflectors next month.

I got some from ALDI & they listed the Roomster on a seperate sheet to the main instructions. I'll post pictures of the covers on mine once I've fitted the deflectors next month.

I got some Eurolite ones from Ebay last year for my Europe tour in my MX5. A fraction of the price at Halfords. I read the instructions a few times and it did make sense. The instructions ilustrated numerous applications. In fact in the que for the ferry at Hull a guy with an Audi A6 wanted help to fit his.

The MX5 headlights are plastic and when I peeled them off on returning home most of the glue was left which was a bit worrying. I thought I would scratch the lights when getting the glue off. I used WD40 to remove the glue(it is one of the uses on the tin) and with a bit of gentle elbow grease it came good with no damage whatsoever.

So do not worry.

I got some Eurolite ones from Ebay last year for my Europe tour in my MX5. A fraction of the price at Halfords. I read the instructions a few times and it did make sense. The instructions ilustrated numerous applications. In fact in the que for the ferry at Hull a guy with an Audi A6 wanted help to fit his.

The MX5 headlights are plastic and when I peeled them off on returning home most of the glue was left which was a bit worrying. I thought I would scratch the lights when getting the glue off. I used WD40 to remove the glue(it is one of the uses on the tin) and with a bit of gentle elbow grease it came good with no damage whatsoever.

So do not worry.

I've just got eurolites and the instructions for the Roomster are very clear.

They also recommend turning the lights on for a few minutes to heat them up before removing them. It softens the glue.

Edited 21 June, 201016 yr by Calomax

The best thing for removing the glue left behind are babywipes

The levers are very easy to use but mine don't work properly on the nearside. It's fine on dip but I get a shadow on main beam.

I've only found that I get the "shadow" when I have them set for European (LHD) use and are using them over here in the UK... The shadow is where the bulbs have been moved (I think!) and blocking light to the left hand side (logical if you think about it!)... You don't see it when you are driving on the "wrong" side as you are looking at the road from a different angle to that in the UK...

I've used them every time I've been to Europe and they work just fine, the main thing is remembering to change them back (the "shadow" usually reminds me!)... Can't be bothered with paying extra for things that have to be stuck on, then removed, then stuck on again... why would anyone wnat to do that when there's a simple alternative already fitted that costs nothing?

The best thing for removing the glue left behind are babywipes

Nice one.

They are attached for more than a month and seem to come away easily in the sun, also when the headlights are left on, but there is still a glue mark, the glue seems to contaminate the plastic lenses after a while. The safest way is to get headlight protectors with the beam benders permanently attached. Problem is they are not available for the new Scout yet so Baby wipes it is.

The projector headlights can be controlled by the on-board computer now for LHD use, but still believe it worth investing in protectors with beam benders as the French Police may not give a toss about switching headlights and still fine you if they don't see beam benders on the car, don't forget to put your HI Viz vest over your driving seat and leave it there plus all vehicle documents in the vehicle (log and paper license), without these you will be arrested and taken to the station so they can have a cup of coffee whilst the do checks and relieve you of some Euros.

Was pulled twice this year breathalyzed by the regional and then the French customs Police decided to search the car on the a trip to mid France. Gotta stop smuggling Viagra.

JD

I've only found that I get the "shadow" when I have them set for European (LHD) use and are using them over here in the UK... The shadow is where the bulbs have been moved (I think!) and blocking light to the left hand side (logical if you think about it!)... You don't see it when you are driving on the "wrong" side as you are looking at the road from a different angle to that in the UK...

I've used them every time I've been to Europe and they work just fine, the main thing is remembering to change them back (the "shadow" usually reminds me!)... Can't be bothered with paying extra for things that have to be stuck on, then removed, then stuck on again... why would anyone want to do that when there's a simple alternative already fitted that costs nothing?

Excellent, you might well be right thanks, I normally only go to France when it's light until late so only use lights when it's poor visibility in daylight and wouldn't notice it the same. I'm going over for a fortnight on Wednesday so I'll go out late one night and give them a try.

Edited 28 June, 201016 yr by Calomax

Nice one.

They are attached for more than a month and seem to come away easily in the sun, also when the headlights are left on, but there is still a glue mark, the glue seems to contaminate the plastic lenses after a while. The safest way is to get headlight protectors with the beam benders permanently attached. Problem is they are not available for the new Scout yet so Baby wipes it is.

The projector headlights can be controlled by the on-board computer now for LHD use, but still believe it worth investing in protectors with beam benders as the French Police may not give a toss about switching headlights and still fine you if they don't see beam benders on the car, don't forget to put your HI Viz vest over your driving seat and leave it there plus all vehicle documents in the vehicle (log and paper license), without these you will be arrested and taken to the station so they can have a cup of coffee whilst the do checks and relieve you of some Euros.

Was pulled twice this year breathalyzed by the regional and then the French customs Police decided to search the car on the a trip to mid France. Gotta stop smuggling Viagra.

JD

WD40 gets the glue off easily with no damage to the plastic

WD40 gets the glue off easily with no damage to the plastic

So does "Sticky Stuff Remover" which seems to be made with the oil from orange peel, and works on all kind of glue. Takes the residue from price labels off no bother.

Anyway, after reading THE PM's post, I'm not going to use the stickers I bought, I'm going to give the levers a try over there tomorrow.

So does "Sticky Stuff Remover" which seems to be made with the oil from orange peel, and works on all kind of glue. Takes the residue from price labels off no bother.

Anyway, after reading THE PM's post, I'm not going to use the stickers I bought, I'm going to give the levers a try over there tomorrow.

yes but most folks will have a can of WD40 handy. It is one of the suggested uses on the tin much to my surprise.

OK have it sorted.

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First my talk to day with the tech at Skoda left me, taking the headlight out and it only straightens the nearside. To be fair it not the Dealers fault even a the Washing Machine Service engine had a detailed manual of our machine on his laptop, really feel sorry for them. Anyway, these lads do bodywork protection and they have have a film that sticks to the headlight and can be removed. So that's what I have ordered, they also do bonnet protection as well.

Still cannot understand why Skoda don't put a switch in the fuse box for opposite drive, that would be an extra worth having.

Hope this helps.

JD

DO check your handbook. The projector headlights (the ones which look like a lens) have a lever you move to set for driving on t'other side, and I would be very surprised if the other headlight type doesn't as well.

John

The new reflector headlights ( April build 2010 new facelift) don't have the lever, its been removed..... A pain in the backside has there is no protectors on the market for the new lights and WD40 - Baby wipes included I really want to try and avoid sticking benders to the headlight plastic. But Skoda may have HID headlight options with this facility being added to the bolt-on goodies department. Mind you I will have given up driving by the time Skoda UK get around to it.

JD

Another moan. The rear fog lights are really a RHD fog light, so you will have to wire the LHD fog yourself. Rear Fogs are essential to safe driving, cannot see any wisdom in not keeping a fog light for both sides on all models. Accountants, bless.

Edited 13 July, 201015 yr by JDW

Excellent, you might well be right thanks, I normally only go to France when it's light until late so only use lights when it's poor visibility in daylight and wouldn't notice it the same. I'm going over for a fortnight on Wednesday so I'll go out late one night and give them a try.

I'm just back and also found that the shadow wasn't as troublesome as it is over here.

There are a few threads on here about this. The results of flattening the beam have been noted as greatly reducing the range of the lamps. I have used stickers thet go on the outside, but this year I have bought some polycarbonate lens covers that clip on. They come with a sticker & are marked for blanking the correct part of the lens. I had them fitted to my old Peugeot 206 & they were fine. The only thing with those for the roomy are that there is a screw & a bit of the bracket visible above the lamp. i can live with that, others may not like it.

As promised, here are the pictures of the lens covers. There is a printed set marks on the clear plastic & a set of of re-useable stickers to attach when abroad. They worked really well & the added bonus of protecting the lamps from stone chips. Only minor gripe is the screw & bracket on the top which clamps to the moulding behind the lens. i'll forgive them though.