docohm

How do I know what the problem is? I know the gears can get worn out, how do I know it's the gears and not some other problem? It's only the driver's side. I've noticed it was slow the last few times I turned on the lights and last night it didn't go up! I tried many times and finally after driving it for about 15 minutes it did come up. I didn't hear any noises.
Thanks for your help...
DocOhm

k0ts

Gears bad, you would hear them grinding as they tried to open/close... It's not a bad fix and I'd do both sides if that's your problem.

Arttysvette

It's not the gears.... The problems is the module powering the headlight motors. It is located under the passenger headlight. You could find a replacement on eBay for 30 or 40 dollars.

dgrant3830

I want you to try something real quick and easy. The next time the one doesn't come up, put it back in the off position. Then manually turn the **** on the motor, just a part of a turn. Go back and turn on the headlamps and see if it comes up.

docohm

I must have jinxed it by posted this today! It wasn't making any noise that I could hear before but NOW when I raise the hood I can hear the grinding noise! Didn't hear that before but it's very noticeable with the hood up. I'll order the kit Brent and change both gears out!
Thanks guys...
DocOhm

dgrant3830

Cool...yeah, if you hear grinding then its the gears. Pay close attention to the spacers and where they come out from when you open the motors. The spacers will go back in, incorrectly which will then induce the problem I was having you test for...