headlight being stupid

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ketamine
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headlight being stupid

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so my passenger side low beam headlight is never on when i turn my lights on, but if i get out and pop the hood and punch the headlight assembly it comes on and stays on until i shut my lights off again....whats up with that?
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Post by neutral »

That used to happen to me but it was the driver side. Never had to punch it though, just hadda give it a real mean look and maybe make some threats. Eventually, had to replace the bulb. :P
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Replace the bulb and clean the contacts on the wiring harness with some sand paper.
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Post by ketamine »

thanks for all the replies patdiesel....i'll have to try everything when i get outta class :)
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