Pop-up Headlight problem
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From: Holland PA
Pop-up Headlight problem
I have replaced the headlight actuators both sides 2 times each. The lights work no problem. Now the drivers side light pops up after I turn off the headlights. Good thing is the light remains off but does not stay all the way down. Anybody else experience this problem? Thanks
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Mine started coming up when just turning on the driving lights. I was told it was a bad Multifunction switch. That is out of production. you may be able to find one used. I was from a 10K 2004 Z06. I have not installed it to see if that was truly the problem yet. I'm about to install the SKnight drive TV sleepy eye headlights so not real sure I care if they come up as I will be driving with the Hailos lit.
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No problem... I'd sell that car, get a newer C6... C5 headlights are NG!... The Only really bad thing with fifth generation Corvette are those damned things... I'm to old to be screwing around with a GM that dropped me in the stuff and caused me real pain and suffering!... Headlights 👎
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I e done mine several times. Once I got done and my lights worked properly, then a few days later when off one would go down then pop up again. I closed it manually or when on not come up all the way.if you misplace or place Isidre washer wrong it will come out of sink going around a complet turn, my thinking. I took it apart again and adjusted it again, this was about two months ago working good, still missing a washer spacer inside, I did the brass gears this time. Sorta a pro taking it apart and replacing it now. I hope this helps.
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Missing a bump stop, maybe? That usually only makes the headlight rise up slightly though.
Another issue could be that the installation of the arm on the motor is reversed. I think with the headlight closed, the arm bend should face towards the front of the car.
If it's wrong, loosen the nut and rotate the arm 180* on the motor and reinstall.
Another issue could be that the installation of the arm on the motor is reversed. I think with the headlight closed, the arm bend should face towards the front of the car.
If it's wrong, loosen the nut and rotate the arm 180* on the motor and reinstall.
