Headlight Wiring Insulation Gone
04-10-2015, 02:47 PM
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'09 E550
Headlight Wiring Insulation Gone
The insulation on all three of the wires that run to my drivers-side low beam headlight bulb has basically rotted away, leaving the wires exposed.
What's the best way to fix it? There is so little slack and room to work.
What's the best way to fix it? There is so little slack and room to work.
04-10-2015, 02:52 PM
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Unfortunately a common characteristic. I just did mine recently and removed the headlamps to install HIDs and while doing that I used some felt tape and electrical tape to cover the exposed wires. Taking them out just makes it easier to work with.
04-10-2015, 10:43 PM
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Consider a double layer of electrical tape with nylon Tye-wraps at each end to prevent the tape from unraveling. It is a PITA to wrap but it beats replacing a melted wiring harness. Remember, slower is faster. Take your time. A few extra minutes wrapping it now saves you hours on the side of the road later.
Otherwise, spend the money on a new harness and in a few years re-post the same problem.
Good luck with it.
Otherwise, spend the money on a new harness and in a few years re-post the same problem.
Good luck with it.
