Sticky drivers side PopUp Headlight
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Sticky drivers side PopUp Headlight
I don't drive the car much a night. In fact, I haven't driven the car at night for over a year. My driver's side Pop up wont Pop up.. The passenger side is fine but nothing happens on the driver's side. When I retract the headlights, I get a gear grinding sound from the lamp that did not extend. any thoughts?
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You have to rebuild your lazy bucket side. It has a plastic/composit gear that is worn down and needs to be replaced. Replace with a brass gear and you will be set. Get the rebuild kit from rodneydickman dot com. The kit comes complete with the T brace, the brass gear, glue, shims and great instructions.
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From the description of bebuilt unit:
A1 Cardone Remanufactured Headlamp Motors are engineered and remanufactured to meet or exceed OEM performance. Original design weaknesses are corrected to make a longer lasting product. Cardone engineers use the latest in technology and innovation to create high value at a low cost, providing a quality product both you and your vehicle can rely on.
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