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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 08:53 PM
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Just came home and when I turned the headlights off they shut but there was a grinding noise for about 15 to 20 seconds. They open and close okay the the noise is there. Does not sound good, like gears stripping. It's the passenger side only...(97 Coupe)

Any Ideas????? Help.... :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:


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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 09:04 PM
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Did search and it looks like a motor, Thank You
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Old Jan 17, 2003 | 09:33 PM
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Default Re: Headlight Noise, Closing HELP !!!!! (Rick-M)

Did search and it looks like a motor, Thank You
Yep, I had one replaced on warranty. :cheers:
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Old Jan 18, 2003 | 04:11 PM
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Noticed a little Squeek when I Closed my lights last night too.

Def. the Left light sort of squeeks when it closes. Called my dealer this morning.

Going to replace it no questions asked.

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Old Jan 18, 2003 | 05:14 PM
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Dont feel bad, this is just part of owning a C5, I think its on page 35 of the manual :D
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Old Jan 18, 2003 | 08:04 PM
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Welcome to the club!! Look at my sig!! :D

Mine also made a grinding/racheting noise after I shut the lights off. Make sure they aim the headlight after the fix - mine was way off! :cuss


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Old Jan 18, 2003 | 08:41 PM
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Just got done replacing it, 1/2 hour job but a little hard on the pocket book. Thanks for all the replys...


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