Headlamp not working when bright lights are engaged

Tiny
SD11
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  • 2001 MITSUBISHI GALANT
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 102,000 MILES
Headlights work on dim yet the do not work on bright light. I have replaced the bulbs and also a seared connector for one headlamp. Also checked the headlamp fuses under the hood which all are good. Could you help me solve this issue please?
Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 AT 1:56 PM

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Tiny
DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

It sounds like it might be your headlight high beam relay.Here is a tutorial showing how to test a relay .

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

I've attached a picture below of it's description and location under hood in the fuse/relay box.Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.

Danny-
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Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 AT 3:46 PM
Tiny
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Thank you much. I will follow your instructions.
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Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 AT 4:38 PM
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DANNY L
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You're welcome!

Let me know how things turn out or any further questions on this issue needed. Thanks again for using 2CarPros.
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Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 AT 5:39 PM

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