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Old 08-07-2018, 06:34 AM   #1
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These headlights are famous for the insulation baking off of the wiring inside the headlight. I'd pop it out and have a look.
And, basic troubleshooting: swap bulbs, side for side. See if the problem moves, or stays put. It wouldn't be the first time someone bought and installed a new, BAD lamp.

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These headlights are famous for the insulation baking off of the wiring inside the headlight. I'd pop it out and have a look.
And, basic troubleshooting: swap bulbs, side for side. See if the problem moves, or stays put. It wouldn't be the first time someone bought and installed a new, BAD lamp.

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So to make sure I track, you are saying the wiring in the headlight housing itself is possible burnt?

I will try swapping bulbs when I pop out the unit to check the pins.
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Old 08-07-2018, 06:59 AM   #3
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So to make sure I track, you are saying the wiring in the headlight housing itself is possible burnt?
Yes. It's a very common issue in these cars, though it seems to be less common for lights to quit working. But once the insulation is gone, as most are, it's a simple matter for a wire to short or ground.

This is an image that google found, which is very typical:
https://goo.gl/images/Gah6gb

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