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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 07:20 AM
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I have standard running lights (no ballasts). Passenger side headlight is intermittent. I replaced the bulb. Made no difference. What's the deal??
 
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 08:33 AM
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You have a broken wire (or a bad connector) somewhere that sometimes makes a connection and sometimes not. The only thing the ecm knows is there is a broken circuit as it is only looking for continuity. Have you ever had a light bulb where the filament is broken, but when you shake it the connection is re-established and the light will work until it is shut off and the filament cools down and separates again? Same thing.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by pkrface
You have a broken wire (or a bad connector) somewhere that sometimes makes a connection and sometimes not. The only thing the ecm knows is there is a broken circuit as it is only looking for continuity.


That makes perfect sense. I will inspect closely today and report back. Thanks
 
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by maxxheadroom
That makes perfect sense. I will inspect closely today and report back. Thanks
I posted info on mosfet (inside the light control module) controlling the lights.
If you get to that point, you will need to solder the new mosfet in.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 09:35 AM
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Take a close look at the connector. Its common to melt.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by cn90
I posted info on mosfet (inside the light control module) controlling the lights.
If you get to that point, you will need to solder the new mosfet in.


Sounds reasonable. Please tell me more. Where is your post? Where is the Light control module? I'm a former electronics tech. I am a very capable solderer.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by ES6T
Take a close look at the connector. Its common to melt.

I replaced the bulb thinking that was the problem. I have heard when they melt...they melt good. Mine appears ok, but I will take another look. Thanks
 
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Old Mar 29, 2015 | 01:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ES6T
Take a close look at the connector. Its common to melt.
I checked voltage at the plug. It was good. I looked inside the bulb plug and there was a wide gap for the tiny bulb pins (not making contact). When I tried to fix it, the plug crumbled in my hand. I bought a $10 plug replacement at O'Reilly's and it's working again.
 
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