C5 Tech Corvette Tech/Performance: LS1 Corvette Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Tech Topics, Basic Tech, Maintenance, How to Remove & Replace
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

HELP! Low Headlight Connector Voltage!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 25, 2007 | 12:51 PM
  #1  
MattyPC's Avatar
MattyPC
Thread Starter
Intermediate
 
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 38
Likes: 0
From: Fort Myers FL
Default HELP! Low Headlight Connector Voltage!

Hey Guys. I have been through the mill with headlight problems starting with worn gears and culminating into fabricating metal peices to modify the motor covers (which wont reglue) that finally solved the gear problem. HOWEVER, when I reconnected the right side motor, it no longer spins - no power. It works fine when I connect it to the left-side connector. Testing the power connector on the right side, it is WAY low on voltage as compared to the left. I have checked the fuses - all fine.

I have read the sticky on "IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL INFORMATION (Long!)" and suspect that is is the ground plug connector just behind the headlight under the coolant tank. I am about to embark on the project now - so PLEASE let me know if you have any other ideas or suggestions. THANKS!!
Reply
Old Mar 25, 2007 | 05:56 PM
  #2  
docohm's Avatar
docohm
Racer
15 Year Member
 
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 352
Likes: 42
Default

Just a thought, change the fuses too. They are cheap and I've seen a high resistance fuse cause low voltage....
STW, Doc
Reply
Old Mar 26, 2007 | 12:26 PM
  #3  
MattyPC's Avatar
MattyPC
Thread Starter
Intermediate
 
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 38
Likes: 0
From: Fort Myers FL
Default

Originally Posted by docohm
Just a thought, change the fuses too. They are cheap and I've seen a high resistance fuse cause low voltage....
STW, Doc
Yeah, I swapped out the fuses and have cleaned the ground connectors on both sides of the engine compartment. No luck.

Looks like I will be bringing it to my mechanic on Wednesday as I am out of ideas. Possibly the power connector? I feel like I am just shooting in the dark at this point.
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To HELP! Low Headlight Connector Voltage!





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 11:10 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Corvettes that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 10:34:17


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer

A lot of money has changed hands at the online auction house over the years.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-03 10:21:50


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: 10 great gifts Corvette enthusiasts actually want for Father's Day!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:40


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems

Slideshow: These are the quirks, annoyances, and oddly lovable problems that every Corvette owner eventually learns to live with.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 09:31:39


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years

Slideshow: 10 reasons why the C6 Z06 is still a performance benchmark after 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 17:20:09


VIEW MORE
story-5
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972

Slideshow: How much horsepower every Corvette engine lost in 1972.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:54:53


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!

Slideshow: How to Protect A Convertible Top: 10 DOs & DON'Ts

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-03 00:00:00


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!

Slideshow: The 10 most explosive Corvettes ever built based on power-to-weight ratio.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-20 07:23:03


VIEW MORE
story-8
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter

Slideshow: From C1 to C8 we compare every Corvette generation by the numbers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 16:54:12


VIEW MORE
story-9
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time

Slideshow: Some Corvette pace cars became collectible legends, while others perfectly captured the look and attitude of their era.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:50:51


VIEW MORE