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by Matt 1998 V70
20 Dec 2018, 07:48
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 06 V70 Low Beam outlet failure
Replies: 9
Views: 1214

Re: 06 V70 Low Beam outlet failure

I was not able to source a connector similar to the one Jimmy57 identified in a previous thread but I had several of the aftermarket outlets. I purchased a new H11 bulb and installed a new aftermarket outlet on 24 Nov. So far, so good. I have had a consistent low beam for about a month now (hopefull...
by Matt 1998 V70
21 Nov 2018, 09:43
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 06 V70 Low Beam outlet failure
Replies: 9
Views: 1214

Re: 06 V70 Low Beam outlet failure

Engineering Bloke - I'm quite sure the bulb is being inserted into the reflective housing properly. The tab structure on the H11 bulb requires that it enter in a specific orientation to allow for 'engagement' with the reflector housing. Only when the bulb is properly introduced am I able to turn and...
by Matt 1998 V70
17 Nov 2018, 08:59
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: 06 V70 Low Beam outlet failure
Replies: 9
Views: 1214

06 V70 Low Beam outlet failure

I have a nagging problem with my driver side low beam outlet. The bulb gets so hot it melts the outlet. I am on my fifth replacement low beam outlet/plug! When I initially replace the driver side bulb the factory outlet disintegrated while separating it from the bulb. I ordered a replacement outlet/...
by Matt 1998 V70
02 Dec 2014, 18:07
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: Low beam headlights out. Fuses are ok.
Replies: 15
Views: 41844

Re: Low beam headlights out. Fuses are ok.

My 2000 V70's driver side low beam is out. Put in a new bulb...no joy. Checked continuity between the male contacts of the new bulb, check. Checked voltage to plug, check (11.6 volts with the car not started and the passenger side low beam lit). Insert plug into bulb...no joy. What am I missing?