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Old 02-19-2013, 02:04 PM
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low beams are dim high beams ok on 2003 s-10 what could be wrong?
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Try replacing one of your bulbs and see if theres a difference
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Check your grounds
This X 2
Also check the power feeds
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I wouldn't think it would be your ground. Your high beams would be dim as well. Possibly the power feed for the dims. Seperate feed for dims and highs.
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Most likely the lights are turned on by making the ground through a relay. This is fairly common.
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If possible swap the low beam feeds with the high beams..... if you get the same issue...... as suggested check your relay feed
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