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S430 Headlights Problems

Old 11-05-2018, 03:06 PM
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S430 Headlights Problems

I have a problem with the headlights in my car, I recently changed both Low Beams light bulbs and they still will not turn on, I have never had such problems in the past, any help or suggestions will be highly appreciated
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The left and right low beams are powered from separate sources (left from right SAM, right from left SAM), so I would think that the most likely single point of failure for both would be the dimmer switch.
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Did you try the Auto function? Wont work either?
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Originally Posted by wallyp
The left and right low beams are powered from separate sources (left from right SAM, right from left SAM), so I would think that the most likely single point of failure for both would be the dimmer switch.
Thank you very much, I will try it and see what happens, have a great evening


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I will also look into that, thanks
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What is a SAM and where is it located in the car?
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I’ve found out that headlights especially the low beam is very finicky. If it’s not put in correctly it will not work. I’ve found this out about all of the bulbs. There’s no wires to connect like regular bulbs so it has to be seated just right. I purchased a low beam from the parts store and attempted to changed it right there. Nothing. I started to return it thinking that the bulb was defective, but I finally got it to work after playing with it for a minute. The same with changing my rear turning signal. It’s a simple job but; Damn those Germans. They never make anything easy. Lol.

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