I recently replaced the left headlight plastic gear with a metal type gear. It had been working fine until today. Turning on the headlights they both work perfectly. Turning the lights off, the left headlight comes down properly and than goes up about half away and stops. Using the manual gear to close the headlight I do not feel and pressure in closing the light. The right side continues to function properly. I have repeated off and on the headlights with the same results. Thanks in advance for any assist.

 

There is TSB for that. I've posted it in the past, someone will probably post it before I have time to find it.

 

Here's the instructions, I'll look for the Picture.
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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

 

Also, check plastic tab stops, Item #4 in picture.


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Well, Now you got it twice!!!!!!!!! 8vett7 is always GOOD.

 

OK, you keep it up. Lots depend on you, you're more dependable than I am. I've got so I do a lot more reading than posting. I learn more that way. So, keep up the good work, ok?

 

Does anyone have a source for the insulators? My local Chevy dealer says they are discontinued with no replacement. Thanks

 

Try Corvette Central.

http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb....Z5Z5Z50000050C

 

Thanks, I got them ordered.