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Chrysler Crossfire. Manual - part 273

3. Remove the headlamp bulb access plug.

4. Disconnect the headlamp bulb harness connector

(2).

5. Disengage the bulb retaining clip (1) and remove

the bulb from the headlamp unit.

REMOVAL - HIGH BEAM BULB

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the headlamp unit. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP -

REMOVAL).

3. Remove the headlamp bulb access plug.

4. Disconnect the headlamp bulb harness connector

(1).

5. Disengage the bulb retaining clip (2) and remove

the bulb (3) from the headlamp unit.

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INSTALLATION

LOW BEAM BULB

CAUTION: Do not touch the glass of halogen
bulbs with fingers or other possibly oily surface,
reduced bulb life will result. Do not use bulbs
other than those indicated in the Bulb Application
table. Damage to lamp and/or Illumination Control
Module can result. Do not use fuses, circuit break-
ers or relays having greater amperage value than
indicated on the fuse panel or in the Owner’s Man-
ual.

1. Install the headlamp bulb (1) into the headlamp unit

(2) and engage the retaining clip (3).

2. Connect the headlamp bulb harness connector.

3. Install the headlamp bulb access plug.

4. Install the headlamp unit. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-

CAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP -
INSTALLATION).

5. Connect the negative battery cable.

INSTALLATION - HIGH BEAM BULB

1. Install the headlamp bulb (3) into the headlamp unit

and engage the retaining clip (2).

2. Connect the headlamp bulb harness connector (1).

3. Install the headlamp bulb access plug.

4. Install the headlamp unit. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-

CAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP -
INSTALLATION).

5. Connect the negative battery cable.

HEADLAMP LEVELING MOTOR - EXPORT

DESCRIPTION

HEADLAMP LEVELING SYSTEM

The Remote Headlamp Leveling System allows the driver to adjust the headlamp beam pattern from the interior of
the vehicle to compensate for passenger or cargo load. Only the vertical axis of the headlamp beam can be
adjusted.

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A Headlamp Leveling Switch is located on the Instrument Panel and controls the headlamp leveling motors/modules
found on the headlamp modules. The Leveling Switch has two settings 0-1, 0 being the lowest, 1 being the highest
headlight beam vertical setting.

Note: When performing a headlamp beam pattern alignment on a vehicle equipped with headlamp leveling,
be certain the Headlamp Leveling Switch is in the “0” position before starting. Failure to do so will result in
an incorrect headlamp alignment.

HEADLAMP LEVELING MOTOR

Vehicles equipped with the Remote Headlamp Leveling System, utilize headlamp leveling motors. Two leveling
motors are used per vehicle, one for each headlamp. These leveling motors are attached to the rear of the head-
lamp modules. They can be described as a small semi-square shaped module with a electrical connector attached
to one side. Due to vehicle design these motors can only be serviced or accessed by removing the headlamp from
the vehicle.

OPERATION

HEADLAMP LEVELING SYSTEM

Moving the Headlamp Leveling Switch control knob will adjust the voltage sent to the headlamp leveling motors.
This signals the headlamp leveling motors to move and adjust the vertical headlamp beam pattern accordingly. The
headlamp switch must be “ON” in order for the leveling system to function. Refer to the appropriate wiring informa-
tion. The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire
harness routing and retention, connector pin-out information and location views for the various wire harness con-
nectors, splices and grounds.

HEADLAMP LEVELING MOTOR

The Headlamp Leveling Motors move the headlamp and beam pattern according to the signal received from the
Headlamp Leveling Switch. With the vehicles headlamps “ ON “ a signal voltage is sent from the Headlamp Leveling
Switch and received at each of the headlamp leveling motors. This signal voltage (typically 2-5 volts) tells the head-
lamp leveling motors where to position the headlamps. The headlamp leveling motors are attached to the head-
lamps with a pushrod snapped into the rear of headlamp reflector mechanism.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

HEADLAMP LEVELING MOTOR - EXPORT

HEADLAMP LEVELING MOTOR DIAGNOSIS

CONDITION

POSSIBLE CAUSES

CORRECTION

ONE MOTOR DOES NOT
OPERATE.

1. Poor electrical connection at
motor.

1. Check for proper electrical connection at
motor.

2. No voltage at motor.

2. Repair no voltage condition. Refer to
Wiring Diagrams.

3. No ground at motor.

3. Repair no ground condition. Refer to
Wiring Diagrams.

4. Defective motor.

4. Replace leveling motor.

BOTH MOTORS DO NOT
OPERATE.

1. No voltage at or from headlamp
leveling switch.

1. Repair no voltage condition. Check for
proper headlamp leveling switch operation.

2. No voltage at leveling motors.

2. Repair no voltage condition. Refer to
Wiring Diagrams.

3. No ground at leveling motors.

3. Repair no ground condition. Refer to
Wiring Diagrams.

4. Both motors defective.

4. Replace both motors.

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HEADLAMP LEVELING SYSTEM

Note: The battery must be completely charged (12v) prior to testing. It may also be necessary to install a
battery charger on the vehicles electrical system when performing this test. Refer to the Electrical, Battery
System for detailed information.

1. Rotate the headlamp switch (low beam) to the ON position.

2. Disconnect the headlamp leveling motor harness connector.

3. Check PIN #3 for battery voltage. If not present, trace the circuit until the open or short is found.

4. Check PIN #1 for ground. If not present, trace the circuit until the open or short is found.

5. Check PIN #2 for headlamp leveling sense voltage (2.83 - 5.00v). If not present, trace circuit until open or short

is found.

6. If no open or short is found and the headlamp leveling system is still inoperative, replace the headlamp leveling

motor (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP LEVELING MOTOR - REMOVAL)

7. If testing is still inconclusive, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP LEVELING

SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) for further tests.

REMOVAL

1. Remove the headlamp unit from the vehicle (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEAD-

LAMP UNIT - REMOVAL).

2. Disconnect the headlamp leveling motor harness connector.

3. Place the headlamp unit on a bench with a protective surface under the lens to prevent damage.

4. Grasp the leveling motor and rotate approximately 45 degrees to unlatch it from the lamp housing.

5. Using an appropriate prying tool, place the edge of tool between leveling motor gasket and headlamp unit. Pry

the leveling motor up and out.

Note: Significant force will be required to unsnap the leveling motor pushrod from the headlamp reflector
mechanism.

CAUTION: Be certain not to damage the lamp housing sealing surface.

INSTALLATION

1. Be certain the replacement motor matches the configuration of the motor removed.

2. Line up lugs on new motor with the corresponding openings on the headlamp housing making sure the ball stud

on the motor lines up with ball stud receptacle on the lamp assembly. The receptacle can be moved by grasping
the rubber boot area of the outboard lamp and moving by hand. Rotate the motor back into position to secure in
place.

3. Push down on outboard lamp until leveling motor ball stud snaps into place. Ensure that the ball stud is fully

seated.

4. Connect the headlamp leveling motor harness connector.

5. Install the headlamp unit on the vehicle (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP

UNIT - INSTALLATION).

6. Verify headlamp leveling motor operation.

7. Check the headlamps for proper alignment. Align the headlamps if required.

Note: Headlamps must be aligned with the headlamp leveling switch in the “0” position

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