2005 XC90 Dip Beam Fault!!

Tigerwomble · May 8th, 2019, 18:30

Afternoon Guys.

So as a matter of course, ive changed my headlight bulbs out for some brighter ones (previous were working fine) however dip on both sides is not working. Full beam is working, have checked the dip fuses and seem to be ok. Even put the old bulbs back in to check and still nothing!

Help??!!

gmonag · May 8th, 2019, 20:02

What condition are the bulb holders (ignitors) in?

https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=291773

Tannaton · May 8th, 2019, 21:23

a) Assuming they are halogen - check the connectors, sometimes the spade terminals don't quite align to the socket and the blade on the bulb goes up the side of the socket.

b) If they are higher wattage lamps - they may not work as on MY 05 and later cars the headlights are switched and monitored electronically. Try standard wattage before going further.

May 8th, 2019, 18:30	#1
Tigerwomble New Member Last Online: Aug 19th, 2021 22:18 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Sussex	2005 XC90 Dip Beam Fault!! Afternoon Guys. So as a matter of course, ive changed my headlight bulbs out for some brighter ones (previous were working fine) however dip on both sides is not working. Full beam is working, have checked the dip fuses and seem to be ok. Even put the old bulbs back in to check and still nothing! Help??!!

May 8th, 2019, 20:02	#2
gmonag Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2024 17:24 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bury St Edmunds	What condition are the bulb holders (ignitors) in? https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=291773 __________________ Greg

May 8th, 2019, 21:23	#3
Tannaton Bungling Amateur Last Online: Today 10:46 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Beverley, East Yorks	a) Assuming they are halogen - check the connectors, sometimes the spade terminals don't quite align to the socket and the blade on the bulb goes up the side of the socket. b) If they are higher wattage lamps - they may not work as on MY 05 and later cars the headlights are switched and monitored electronically. Try standard wattage before going further. __________________ 2011 XC90 D5 Executive 2003 C70 T5 GT 2012 Ford Ranger XL SC 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 1976 Massey Ferguson 135

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