You are here:
Automotive/headlights
Advertisement
Question
When turning on my lights the parking lights comes on but the headlights do not unless I wiggle the switch. Also since this has started the courtesy lights wont turn off when the doors close.
Lynn,
You don't state what year and type of vehicle but I'd guess the headlight switch is bad. It controls the running lights (parking and tail) and headlights. On SOME vehicles, you can turn the interior lights on and off with the headlight switch. It the switch has grown a mind of it's own, it could be the cause of your problems. Please note I'm a Parts Professional, NOT a Tech so you might seek another opinion but I hope this gives you some direction.
Please have a save and happy Holiday Season..
Skip
HARD TO FIND AUTO PARTS
Related Articles
Answers by Expert:
Skip Bollinger
Expertise
Heretofore, I will NOT answer any mechanical question. I am not qualified and can only offer speculations. You are better served by others that are true Techs. With that being said, please only ask about parts and locating obsolete Auto Parts. Thank you. I have the ability to locate quite a few mechanical parts for American made vehicles fron the 1900`s to present. Some are OEM and some are aftermarket. This would include engine, brake and chassis parts. Body parts and trim are VERY difficult to find but you may inquire. If you need assistance in repair, I have illustrated books for major American manufacturers that show some illustrations BEFORE 1974. If needed, I can supply repair manuals for your specific vehicle. PLEASE REMEBER I'M A PARTS SPECIALIST, NOT A TECH!! Thank you.. Skip
Experience
Past/Present clients
Too many to list but they run from Europe through America and to Australia.
©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.