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Old Sep 21, 2012 | 10:22 AM
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Hey all

I updated the front end on my XL to composite headlights and i'm having a problem with the passenger side the light is only getting 6 volts all the fuses are good, wires look good any thing else I can check?
 
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Old Sep 21, 2012 | 08:55 PM
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any one?

it was working but then it stopped?
 
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Old Sep 21, 2012 | 10:01 PM
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I have see bad grounds cause low voltage problems. Where are you checking the voltage?
 
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Originally Posted by Punisher29073
I have see bad grounds cause low voltage problems. Where are you checking the voltage?
at the plug for the bulb
 
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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 12:19 AM
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Check the connectors/splices between the light and the fuse for that circuit
You have a high resistance some where on that line. Also check you
ground to the battery (-) it could be there also.

Sean
 
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