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Nov 20, 2006 | 12:52 PM

Autospirit

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'94 Highbeams won't function

Have a '94 F150 4.9L

If I flip the multifunction switch forward with the headlights on, the highbeam indicator on the dash illuminates, my lowbeams cut out(as they should) but the highbeams don't go on.
If I just use the flash-to-pass, again the dash highbeam indicator works, but my brights don't.

I've checked all possible fuses and they all were OK. I don't think it is the multifunction switch because the dash highbeam indicator still works?...

Any ideas?

Nov 20, 2006 | 12:53 PM

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bulbs are burned out?

the high beam part.

Nov 20, 2006 | 12:56 PM

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Could be...I just thought it was strange that both went out at once.
Is there any way I can use a multimeter to check that?

Nov 20, 2006 | 01:06 PM

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look at bulbs first for a burned filament.

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Nov 20, 2006 | 02:35 PM

scottie2hottie

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i think if the relay blows the dash light still illuminates- i could be wrong tho

Nov 20, 2006 | 02:42 PM

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I vote burnt out bulbs...

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Nov 20, 2006 | 03:30 PM

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Burnt bulbs it is.

I was just confused by the fact that they both went out at the same time. Could that be a sign of a fault somewhere else?

Anyways, I went all out and bought some Sylvaina Sliver Star bulbs...I'll let you guys know if it was worth it...though my foggy lenses probably won't do them much justice.

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Nov 20, 2006 | 09:54 PM

Autospirit

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Yes, the silverstars are good.
Definitely brighter and whiter. They also seem to spread more of an even flood of light.
Worth 40$ ? They're nice, but we'll see how long they last.

Nov 20, 2006 | 10:13 PM

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quicklook2

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bulbs have lasted 3 years so far in my subaru.

check the website for any rebates.

i had sealed beam silverstars in vehicles for over 5 years and they were still working when i sold them.