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1986 CHRYSLER LASER
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PUCK68
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Electrical problem
1986 Chrysler Laser 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

headlights wont work unless you hold the dimmer switch. We replaced the headlight switch and still the same thing. any suggestions?
Aug 29, 2009 at 5:27 PM
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CH112063
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Many times two headlamps are burned out or the dimmer switch is bad. After that is wiring, connector or(if concealed headlamps) headlamp motor and connector is another possibility. The best way to test is actually a 12 volt test lamp or ohmmeter.
Sep 13, 2009 at 1:12 PM
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