If a vehicle is found to be outside of the tinting regulations then yes, it may void your insurance. An insurance company could look to a breach to avoid paying a claim. There are legalities regarding the visible light transmission (VLT) required on vehicles. In Australia, for passenger vehicles, VLT regulations for windscreens are 70-75%, Front-side windows are 35% and rear-of-driver windows are 20% (15% in NT). These are minimum amounts.
Window tints can be repaired fairly easily, all that is needed is water and a little patience. You should use the same type of tint that you are replacing. Cut around the bad patch of tint and remove it with the aid of water. Clean the window of glue residue and replace the bare patch with a new tint, using water to assist in the application. Cut any excess away and, fingers crossed, it should join seamlessly with the older tint. Depending on the damage, it may be best to replace the tint altogether.
There are a few ways car window tint can be removed:
- A steamer can be used to peel away the tint.
- Soapy water
- Newspaper and soapy water. (The film should adhere to the newspaper and come away as you remove the newspaper)
- A hairdryer at its hottest setting
A new car warranty doesn’t cover any aftermarket accessories fitted to the vehicle. If you fit an aftermarket part or accessory and damage a component on the vehicle, that component won’t be covered under warranty. However, if you fit a quality accessory or part and it doesn’t have an adverse effect on the vehicle then it cannot void the car warranty.
