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Old Jan 11, 2015 | 09:57 AM
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Hi all,
i am wondering if there's any reason I can't just bypass the override switch for the headlights that is underneath the steering wheel? It is just a redundant switch, right? I kinda sorta broke it....
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Old Jan 11, 2015 | 10:19 AM
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Replacement switches are available. The over ride allows you to cycle the lights a time or two with the engine off for maintenance. Your choice on what you want to do.
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Old Jan 11, 2015 | 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Easy Mike
Replacement switches are available. The over ride allows you to cycle the lights a time or two with the engine off for maintenance. Your choice on what you want to do.
Using that switch, you can have the headlights off and in the raised position ... as needed to replace a lamp or adjust the aim.
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Originally Posted by 70Yellowbird
Using that switch, you can have the headlights off and in the raised position ... as needed to replace a lamp or adjust the aim.
They are really easy to raise w/ engine off manually.
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ah ok, probably be good to get a replacement then. just replaced all the hoses, actuator seals, relay valve, air filter, and the left headlight still opens first and then the right! arrggggghhh
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