What to Do If Low Beam Lights Frequently Burn Out?

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McEloise
07/29/25 7:04pm
Here are the solutions for frequently burnt-out low beam lights: 1. The frequent burnout of low beam lights is likely due to an abnormal low beam relay. Checking the low beam relay is relatively simple. 2. First, locate the low beam relay and use a multimeter to measure the output line of the relay to see if there is a 12V output. If there is an intermittent 12V output, it indicates normal operation. 3. If there is no output or a constant 12V output, it means the low beam relay is damaged and needs to be replaced with a new one. Other reasons for frequent burnout of low beam lights include: 1. Whether the generator's output is normal. If the generator voltage is too high, the generator regulator should be replaced. If the regulator is not available as a separate part, the entire generator assembly needs to be replaced. 2. Check if the amperage of the low beam fuse complies with the manufacturer's specifications. If the fuse amperage is too high, it cannot ensure whether the current passing through the low beam is excessive, and the fuse should be replaced. 3. Loose connections in the headlight plug, leading to unstable voltage in the headlight, or excessive resistance and overheating at the lamp socket pins, causing the headlight pins to burn out.
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