1985 Buick Riviera Low Beam Out

BUICK RIVIERA
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FUNONE26
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I have an 85 buick riveria and my driver side headlight is out when the lights are on. However when I turn my brights on this light comes on. Why is this?
Feb 19, 2007 at 4:32 PM
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CHEVY22
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they are two in one bulbs,,,, high and low beam in one , just like a 50.75.100 watt three way bulb for a lamp at yoiur home , replace the bulb
Feb 19, 2007 at 10:59 PM
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FUNONE26
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Alright thanks man, I can't believe I didn't know that. LOL Changed it and it works great. Thanks again.
Feb 20, 2007 at 4:14 PM

Suggested Repair

Replace the dual-filament headlight bulb, which combines high and low beam in one unit.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1985 Buick Riviera reported the driver-side headlight was out on low beam but came on with the high beams. The expert explained that these are dual-filament bulbs with high and low beam in one bulb and recommended replacing the bulb. The owner replaced it and confirmed the light worked normally.

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