headlight issue on 2006 C6
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From: Whittier and the IE CA
headlight issue on 2006 C6
Small crack and moisture found in right headlamp, crack was inconspicuous so missed it at delivery, dealership for warranty said it was not a warranty issue, the headlight was damaged in a very minor tap. which i was nor aware of. CarFax shows no record of any accident, I fixed the crack, and dried the moisture and bought a new low beam light bulb (Pricey), installed as carefully as needed, but light still does not work, fuses are good, relay seems to actuate since the left low beam works.
the dealer wants 1200 bux for the headlamp plus labor, my question is, is there a junction or a connection somewhere else i need to look. I found a disconnected wire harness lead to the underhood light so i am sure there might be something for that headlight.
i did not plan on buying this corvette and spent some dough just buying it. dealer i bought it from did say his daughter did tap the front in the garage when she used it, and replaced the front panel before i took delivery, but the light always worked. any help here is appreciated.dr
the dealer wants 1200 bux for the headlamp plus labor, my question is, is there a junction or a connection somewhere else i need to look. I found a disconnected wire harness lead to the underhood light so i am sure there might be something for that headlight.
i did not plan on buying this corvette and spent some dough just buying it. dealer i bought it from did say his daughter did tap the front in the garage when she used it, and replaced the front panel before i took delivery, but the light always worked. any help here is appreciated.dr
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2005
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From: Aptos CA
Small crack and moisture found in right headlamp, crack was inconspicuous so missed it at delivery, dealership for warranty said it was not a warranty issue, the headlight was damaged in a very minor tap. which i was nor aware of. CarFax shows no record of any accident, I fixed the crack, and dried the moisture and bought a new low beam light bulb (Pricey), installed as carefully as needed, but light still does not work, fuses are good, relay seems to actuate since the left low beam works.
the dealer wants 1200 bux for the headlamp plus labor, my question is, is there a junction or a connection somewhere else i need to look. I found a disconnected wire harness lead to the underhood light so i am sure there might be something for that headlight.
i did not plan on buying this corvette and spent some dough just buying it. dealer i bought it from did say his daughter did tap the front in the garage when she used it, and replaced the front panel before i took delivery, but the light always worked. any help here is appreciated.dr
the dealer wants 1200 bux for the headlamp plus labor, my question is, is there a junction or a connection somewhere else i need to look. I found a disconnected wire harness lead to the underhood light so i am sure there might be something for that headlight.
i did not plan on buying this corvette and spent some dough just buying it. dealer i bought it from did say his daughter did tap the front in the garage when she used it, and replaced the front panel before i took delivery, but the light always worked. any help here is appreciated.dr
Drifting
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: FNDA Beach Florida
complain
Better complain and shake the bushes until something falls out. Those headlight assy's are like $1200.00 or more each. I would not take that 
answer and get stuck with a future repair that you know will be there to fix sooner or later. 
answer and get stuck with a future repair that you know will be there to fix sooner or later.
Race Director
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Austin Texas
The headlight asembly is vented from the factory. It sounds like you have accident damage to the assembly. Accident damage is NOT covered by Warranty, let the Dealer that sold you the car fix it at their expense.
Pro
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From: VA
Or if they won`t file and insurance claim. Tell them someone must have hit it in a parking lot.
Le Mans Master
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From: Thousand Oaks California
GM has no control over damage that occurs after the vehicle is delivered to the dealer. This issue is between the vehicle owner and the dealer, and does not involve GM.
