Front n/s Dipped Headlamps NOT Working.

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Hi
‘12 plate C3 Picasso.
I’ve just joined this forum cos I’ve got the above problem.
I’ve noticed that the left side dipped headlamp and sidelight is not working. I’ve checked the headlamp bulb, looks ok and checked (both L & R) fuses which look ok. Now neither headlamps are working.
So I googled the problem and watch YouTube too. I’m not sure yet if it’s water ingress, as it got too dark to check. Long story short it looks like this might be an expensive problem..? Have any of you guys had this problem and have you found inexpensive solutions..?
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Johnnyblot wrote: ↑Sat Oct 24, 2020 9:17 pm Hi
‘12 plate C3 Picasso.
I’ve just joined this forum cos I’ve got the above problem.
I’ve noticed that the left side dipped headlamp and sidelight is not working. I’ve checked the headlamp bulb, looks ok and checked (both L & R) fuses which look ok. Now neither headlamps are working.
So I googled the problem and watch YouTube too. I’m not sure yet if it’s water ingress, as it got too dark to check. Long story short it looks like this might be an expensive problem..? Have any of you guys had this problem and have you found inexpensive solutions..?

Hi

It is usually the lamps.

Change them both and make sure you refit the electrical connection to the lamp correctly.
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Johnnyblot

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Posts: 2
Joined: Sat Oct 24, 2020 8:53 pm
Model: C3 2009-2013, New shape (A51)
Year: 2012 (12)
Engine Size: 1.6 (16v)
Fuel Type: Diesel
Mileage: 180000
Trim Level: Exclusive
Gearbox: Manual 5 speed
DPF: No
LHD or RHD: RHD (UK)
Engine name: ET3 16-valve (90 PS)
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Hi.
Good news. It was simply the bulbs. Both dipped beams and one sidelight.
Maybe it’s not always a good idea to Google something before checking the basics...? Lesson learned. :-).
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