Headlights go on and off why?

Tiny
BOBFRANC
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After driving awhile the headlights go off both high and low beam. Turn signals still work. Lights come back on after about 40 seconds.
Sunday, February 19th, 2012 AT 11:41 AM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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It could be a faulty relay or switch.
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Sunday, February 19th, 2012 AT 4:39 PM
Tiny
BOBFRANC
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Could it be a voltage regulator?
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Monday, February 20th, 2012 AT 1:30 AM
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KHLOW2008
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No, voltage regulator faults would result in battery draining and affects all electrical components.
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Monday, February 20th, 2012 AT 1:22 PM

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