What's the reason for the low beam not working on a regular Santana?

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OClaire
07/30/25 3:40am
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.
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