JJ331 Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 My driver's side headlight doesn't work after changing the bulb. I haven't dug out my meter yet. Occasionally when I switch to high beam, it flickers for a second. This leads me to think it's the switch. What I'm wondering is does current flow from the switch to the fuse box (individual fuses for each headlight) or vice versa? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 This is from the 94 Factory Service Manual, as this is the first year FSM that is available online ( you can down load it free from the "garage" section, I edited out the truck wiring and the KA24 engine wiring that this diagram used to also show as it does not apply for the WD21 V6 pathfinder: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 (edited) Couldn't edit my reply so, I was saying the headlight switch is a common item to replace, you can clean the contacts inside the switch but your probably better off buying a new one. Rockauto.com had the switch for $39.89 for the non cruise switch and $46.79 for the switch if your truck has cruise. There is also a code for 5% off your order that can be found on the forum also Here is what the inside of the switch looks like, this pic is of the switch out of my 90 Nissan Sentra and is probably very similar to the Pathfinder switch: Edited August 17, 2013 by ahardb0dy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ331 Posted August 17, 2013 Author Share Posted August 17, 2013 Cool, that switch looks like it has the potential to have issues. I saw them on Ebay for pretty cheap, but I wasn't able to tell who the manufacturer was. Thanks for posting the diagram! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 No problem, good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Cleaned mine, worked for me. It was a little tough to get the back plate off without destroying it but it's not that bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdtimesacharm Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Seems like quite a coincidence for the switch to go right as you've changed a bulb/jiggled the front about.. stranger things have happened though ! Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ331 Posted August 17, 2013 Author Share Posted August 17, 2013 The light was already out. I thought it was the bulb. Sometimes I'm clear as mud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harbinger Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 If you get the switch repaired, it would be a good idea to throw the headlights onto a relay-activated circuit. Saves wear and tear on the switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fearkobe Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Don't they have a headlight relay for the right side and left? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahardb0dy Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ331 Posted August 18, 2013 Author Share Posted August 18, 2013 (edited) Separate fuses Edited August 18, 2013 by JJ331 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PATHRIDER Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 anyone has any issues with lights coming on without the switch being turned on? The other night the neighbor knocked at my door and told me my headlight is on and when I came out the right side headlight is dimly lit (battery is almost drained) this is the second time that its happened Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Odd but unless the wiring's been botched, I would still suspect the switch. IIRC the contacts are pushed shut, and supposed to spring open on their own. Whether they do or not is another matter. LOL saw one of the 'similar' links below, apparently this is a thing that happens. The contacts get messed up and overheat or something, and then the whole thing craps out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulletsforringo Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I have been experiencing a similar problem. My passenger side hi-beam turns on by its self. I have been disconnecting the ground cable to my battery so my battery doesn't die while I am at work. I was going to replace the switch but now I'll see if I can just clean it instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nissanland Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Anyone have any information on HID lights. Daughter had them installed. They don't have a a hi/lo setting. I can't get the guy who installed the system to tell me anything as he is in jail. He told daughter it only has one setting. Does this sound normal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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