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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 04:16 PM
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Headlights stuck at High Beams?

Hey Guys,

Idk if this is the right board but here's my problem.

My High Beams wouldn't stay on, but one of the times i tried to turn them on, they finally stayed on....but now they wont turn off. Oh, and its also NOT clicking when i try to turn them on/off.

I have to get it safety inspected soon and im afraid this will make it fail (but its also kinda dangerous.).

Anyone have any suggestions?
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 04:48 PM
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Re: Headlights stuck at High Beams?

The high beam switch (at the bottom of the steering column) is probably defective or requires adjustment.

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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 05:15 PM
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Re: Headlights stuck at High Beams?

James is right, it's likely the hi/lo beam switch.
Adjustment procedure (with pictures) can be found here: http://www.austinthirdgen.org/index.php?pid=16

If it doesn't help, the switch might be actually broken.

Lou
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 06:32 PM
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Re: Headlights stuck at High Beams?

Thanks Guys!

After checking out the site, i pulled the form into the garage, adjusted the switch and now its works perfectly!



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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 10:15 PM
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Re: Headlights stuck at High Beams?

Good deal!

I like it when people post a happy ending!!

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