What's the reason for the low beam not working on a regular Santana?
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Reasons for the low beam not working on a regular Santana. Possible causes: Open circuit or grounding in the power line before the light switch, tripped or burnt fuse in the circuit, poor contact or failure to close at the bimetallic strip contacts of the light switch, or damage to the light switch. When a certain gear of the light switch is engaged, grounding in some light circuits may cause the bimetallic strip contacts to open. Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting steps should first determine the diagnostic scope: Follow the lighting system circuit sequence to inspect and locate any open circuits or short circuits. If the dashboard shows the low beam is on but the low beam indicator doesn't light up, it could be due to a faulty transformer or a burnt bulb. It's recommended to visit a professional 4S shop for maintenance and inspection.
I've been driving a Santana for several years. Last time, the low beam didn't work either, and I almost hit the roadside. It was really scary! Turned out it was just a burnt-out bulb, the filament was broken. You can first check the fuse box yourself, locate the corresponding small box near the glove compartment on the passenger side, and try replacing it with a new fuse. If there's no improvement, it might be a wiring issue or switch failure. It's best not to delay, find a repair shop to help check it out to avoid accidents when driving on the highway at night. Remember to check your car lights regularly, these small problems get more troublesome the longer you delay them.
