Headlight Issues
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Intermediate
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From: Abilene TX
Headlight Issues
Hey guys I need some help. My drivers side headlight was not coming up or down most of the time so I ordered B. Frankers gear and replaced it following the exact way that he instructed how to complete the job. Now when I turn the lights on or off the left headlight will go up and down 5-6 times then will sometimes close, sometimes stay open, and other times it will just stop in the middle. This is very aggravating because the problem is now worse than before. I have the motor unplugged right now and I can spin the light up manually if I need to use it. Any help on how to resolve this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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From: Horncastle Lincolnshire, England
2023 C5 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Theres a TSB out for that problem:
Number: 00-08-42-002
Subject: Left Headlamp Door Does Not Stay Closed (Shim Headlamp Door Motor/Actuator and Replace Insulators)
Model Year: 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
Condition
Some customers may comment that the left front headlamp door does not remain closed after the headlamps are turned off. Others may comment
that the left headlamp door closes when the headlamps are turned off, but then reopens. In either case, the right headlamp door operates properly.
Correction
Important
The following information applies to the left front headlamp door motor/actuator only. It does not apply to and should not be performed on
the right front headlamp door motor/actuator.
Install one washer (2) between the left headlamp door motor/actuator (1) and the mounting bracket (3) at each of the three attaching bolt locations. Also replace the
insulator (4) on each of the two mounting bracket travel stop tabs (5) as shown. For information on headlamp motor/actuator removal, see the Headlamp Motor/Actuator
Replacement procedure in the Lighting sub-section of Body & Accessories in the appropriate Service Manual.
Parts Information
Part Number Description Qty Per Vehicle
11505463 Washer 3
16524060 Insulator 2
Number: 00-08-42-002
Subject: Left Headlamp Door Does Not Stay Closed (Shim Headlamp Door Motor/Actuator and Replace Insulators)
Model Year: 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
Condition
Some customers may comment that the left front headlamp door does not remain closed after the headlamps are turned off. Others may comment
that the left headlamp door closes when the headlamps are turned off, but then reopens. In either case, the right headlamp door operates properly.
Correction
Important
The following information applies to the left front headlamp door motor/actuator only. It does not apply to and should not be performed on
the right front headlamp door motor/actuator.
Install one washer (2) between the left headlamp door motor/actuator (1) and the mounting bracket (3) at each of the three attaching bolt locations. Also replace the
insulator (4) on each of the two mounting bracket travel stop tabs (5) as shown. For information on headlamp motor/actuator removal, see the Headlamp Motor/Actuator
Replacement procedure in the Lighting sub-section of Body & Accessories in the appropriate Service Manual.
Parts Information
Part Number Description Qty Per Vehicle
11505463 Washer 3
16524060 Insulator 2
Thread Starter
Intermediate
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 27
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From: Abilene TX
Do you guys have any idea where to get a motor?
I am not familiar with a TSB. Is this from the dealer? If not where can you find those parts. I googled the insulator part # and no joy. It really doesn't seem like putting some washers on the bracket would solve the problem, it seems like more of an electrical issue. Thanks!
I am not familiar with a TSB. Is this from the dealer? If not where can you find those parts. I googled the insulator part # and no joy. It really doesn't seem like putting some washers on the bracket would solve the problem, it seems like more of an electrical issue. Thanks!
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From: If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door. South West Florida / Livin' The Dream
St. Jude Donor '12
Ecklers has them at about $129 for a rebuilt one or about $200 for a new 2000 to 2004 year vette. I'm not sure if they are the cheapest. Here's the link.
http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...dept%5Fid=1158
http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...dept%5Fid=1158
Tech Contributor
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 19,384
Likes: 87
From: Horncastle Lincolnshire, England
2023 C5 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
Do you guys have any idea where to get a motor?
I am not familiar with a TSB. Is this from the dealer? If not where can you find those parts. I googled the insulator part # and no joy. It really doesn't seem like putting some washers on the bracket would solve the problem, it seems like more of an electrical issue. Thanks!
I am not familiar with a TSB. Is this from the dealer? If not where can you find those parts. I googled the insulator part # and no joy. It really doesn't seem like putting some washers on the bracket would solve the problem, it seems like more of an electrical issue. Thanks!
Take a look at this link. Theres a diagram:
http://corvetteactioncenter.com/kb/q....php?qstId=252
Dont waste $$ on a new motor for the sake of 5 washers. It works, honest.
Last edited by DeeGee; Feb 6, 2007 at 01:35 AM.
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Hey guys I need some help. My drivers side headlight was not coming up or down most of the time so I ordered B. Frankers gear and replaced it following the exact way that he instructed how to complete the job. Now when I turn the lights on or off the left headlight will go up and down 5-6 times then will sometimes close, sometimes stay open, and other times it will just stop in the middle. This is very aggravating because the problem is now worse than before. I have the motor unplugged right now and I can spin the light up manually if I need to use it. Any help on how to resolve this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!