1996 Explorer headlamp trouble

[Johnangi]

I have a 1996 Eddie Bauer Explorer and have just replaced what I assumed to be a newly burned out headlight bulb. However, when I removed the "bad" bulb, I noticed that it did not appear to be burned out. I went ahead and replaced the bulb but it to won't light. I checked the harness and wiring and everything to the naked eye looks intact.

All other lights in lamp harness work fine and all lights on the passenger side headlamp work just fine as well.

I would appreciate any help in understanding what may be the problem and what I may do to try and trouble shoot.

 

[FIND]

You have a break or bad connection somewhere. Only thing you can do is trace the wires down until you find it.

 

[Bill Kemp]

Check out Lighting FAQ for LOM in sticky section at top of page.