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Old Jul 29, 2006 | 07:10 PM
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Hi, I have a 1997 A4 and the low beam and fog lights won't turn on when I flip the switch. Also when I push the lever forward to put the high beams on the high beams do not work but if I pull the lever toward me the high beams work. I changed both fuses for the low beams but still no lights. Has any one had any experience with something like this? Thanks

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Old Jul 29, 2006 | 10:46 PM
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Default RE: Head lights wont work

most likely your headlight switch
 
Old Jul 30, 2006 | 01:51 PM
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Try spraying the switch with Radio Shack contact cleaner.
 
Old Jul 30, 2006 | 02:45 PM
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Thanks for the reply. Where exactly would I spray the contact cleaner. I know the switch is on the steering column. Do I have to remove anything to actually do it. Thanks againg for the help.

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Old Jul 30, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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Spray it into the column and move the switch. Ventilate the interior.
 
Old Aug 25, 2006 | 04:04 AM
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only my left low beam and left fog light dont work. i have an 01 s4 any ideas...neither fuses under dash are blown..any ideas.
 
Old Aug 25, 2006 | 08:54 PM
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Check your owner's manual for relays.
 
Old Sep 9, 2006 | 12:27 PM
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the problem is that i cant find it and im curious as to where it is. where can i get a rely and about how much will it be and if u could help thatd be great.

01 s4 left lowbeam does not work not the bulbs or fuses.
 
Old Sep 9, 2006 | 01:06 PM
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Hawks2842, you might try swapping the left and right ballasts/ignitors.
 
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