Why do my low beams not work but my high beams do?

Why do my low beams not work but my high beams do?

High beam headlights don’t work or low beams don’t work. The cause: A burned out bulb, or a problem with the high beam switch or relay. The fix: Replace the bulb, switch, or relay.

How do you get low beams to stay on high beams?

Attach the negative wire to the panel and now, try to turn on the high beams. If you have done the grounding correctly, your low beams will not turn off. This is the method of rewiring your low beams to keep them on with the high beams.

How do I know if my headlight switch is bad?

One of the most common symptoms of a faulty headlight switch is issues switching between headlight modes. If the headlight switch fails or wears out it can cause problems operating the headlights. A broken switch may only work on certain modes, or may cause them to come on and off intermittently and erratically.

Why does my high beam light stay on?

From your description it certainly sounds like your headlights are out of aim/alignment. Check power and ground connections for high beams that act as low beams, high resistance on either can cause that condition.

Are high beams the same as brights?

High beams are sometimes referred to as ‘brights’ or ‘full beams’. The light beam for high beams is angled upwards in order to illuminate a surface area above and beyond the light of the low beams. High beams have a long-range focus. Driving with your high beams can blind oncoming traffic, which can be very dangerous.

How do I aim my headlights on my Chevy truck?

Adjust the headlights by turning the screws. The top screw will move your beam up or down; the side screw will aim your headlight to the right or left. You will want to watch the beams on the wall. Make sure that both beams are level to each other and aimed about at the same height as the headlight assembly.

How do I troubleshoot my headlights?

Headlight Fuse Keeps Blowing Out

  1. Unplug the light, pull the switch, and see if the fuse blows.
  2. Make sure you have purchased the correct wattage of bulb.
  3. Ensure that you do not have a faulty or damaged bulb.
  4. Check and see if your high beam bulb is the issue.
  5. Check all wired connections and look for any exposed wiring.

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