Cause of malfunction | Elimination Method |
The lamps of headlights, lanterns do not light up | |
Bulb filament burnt out | Replace lamp |
Weak contact in the lamp socket | Clean the surfaces, crimp the chuck |
Blown fuse | Before replacing a fuse, check the circuit protected by the blown fuse with an ohmmeter for a short to «mass» |
Damaged wires, oxidized or loose ends | Crimp terminals, replace faulty wires |
Relay contacts are oxidized, relay windings are burned out, switches are faulty | Replace relays, switches, crimp terminals, clean contacts |
Alarm not working (see also «Headlights do not light up») | |
Faulty hazard switch | Replace switch |
Reverse light does not turn on (see also «Headlights do not light up») | |
Faulty reverse switch (on the gearbox) | Replace switch |
The turn signal switch lever does not return to its original position, the steering column switch levers do not lock | |
Clamps broken, springs missing | Replace faulty switch |
Fogging headlight lens | |
Water gets in between the body and diffuser | Fill gaps with sealant |
Cracks in the headlight lens | Replace headlight |
Water got in from the engine compartment | After removing the lamp, remove the water with blotting paper. Cover the headlights when washing the engine compartment |