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Problem with Litronic / Bi-Xenon headlights

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YOUR RESEARCHProblem with Litronic / Bi-Xenon headlights

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Replace very similar issues and simply

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I had very similar issues and simply replaced the headlight switch.

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Replace headlight switch first

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I would replace the headlight switch first.

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Leading evidence: 'Replace very similar issues and simply' (no explicit attributable resolution; this is a reported action or suggestion). Across 1 matching discussions, the most frequently mentioned possible cause is 'easiest and cheapest first step' (1 discussions; 0 report identifying it and 1 suggest it). The most frequently discussed action is 'Replace headlight switch first' (1 discussions). For that action, 0 discussions report a resolution and 0 report an unsuccessful attempt. No action has an explicit, attributable resolution report under the current rules. These are forum reports and suggestions, not a confirmed diagnosis.

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easiest and cheapest first step

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Probably the easiest and cheapest first step.

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Problem with Litronic / Bi-Xenon headlights

Replace headlight switch first

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I would replace the headlight switch first.

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Replace headlight switch first

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I would replace the headlight switch first.

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Problem with Litronic / Bi-Xenon headlights

Replace very similar issues and simply

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I had very similar issues and simply replaced the headlight switch.

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easiest and cheapest first step

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Probably the easiest and cheapest first step.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I am trying to diagnose a problem with one of my headlights (other one works fine). Sometimes, when I turn on the lights, it does not come on - but if I turn the lights on and off once or twice, it will usually come on. I noticed this problem for the first time a few weeks ago, and thought it might be the bulb, so I changed it. Once the light comes on, it appears to be of normal/usual brightness. So, assuming that the bulb is probably good, as I understand these things, the issue will either be with the ballast or the igniter. Would appreciate any insight anyone has on this. Also, is the igniter integrated with the ballast? I can't seem to find the part number for the igniter anywhere.

POST 2Original post

I would replace the headlight switch first. Probably the easiest and cheapest first step. I've had to replace it on e and the symptoms are similar to what you describe

POST 3Original post

Igniter and ballast is one box mounted behind headlight cover in the back of the headlight unit. I would try swapping ballasts before throwing any parts at it.

POST 4Original post

I had very similar issues and simply replaced the headlight switch. Very easy DIY and a common problem w/ 996's.

POST 5Original post

Headlight switch is the issue. Not bad to DIY. Suncoast Porsche has them in stock.

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