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Random Head Lamp malfunction

Old Jul 13, 2010 | 01:11 AM
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Question Random Head Lamp malfunction

I have a 2000 clk 430. When I turn the head lights on I get a malfunction about one of the lamps needs to be replaced.

I have noticed ...and dont call me crazy.... that if I happen to open then close the trunk before I get in the car then turn on the head lamps I do not get this malfunction.

heh.

needless to say there are no burned out lamps and that is why this is making me so crazy....

any advice?
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Old Jul 13, 2010 | 12:59 PM
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I get this randomly when I brake sometimes, and it happens more often when it's mid 90s+ outside.

If I had to guess (and I still haven't fixed my problem because I'm too lazy), a corroded bulb contact that needs to be cleaned. Also, probably check for secured wiring to the housings and sockets.
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Old Jul 16, 2010 | 12:53 AM
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Very common to alot of us. The license plate has two lamps. One of them is intermittent on you.
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Old Jul 18, 2010 | 11:43 PM
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Originally Posted by unlukky
Very common to alot of us. The license plate has two lamps. One of them is intermittent on you.
I appreciate the heads up. I have been chasing this phantom for weeks now.... I will started by looking there.
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