Headlight wiring is frayed and the headlight is not worki...


Headlight wiring is frayed and the headlight is not working properly. Pep boys just told me i have to take my car to an electrical shop or the dealer. ...

Headlight wiring is frayed and the headlight is not working properly. Pep boys just told me i have to take my car to an electrical shop or the dealer.

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All i had to do is use electrical tape and boom they work perfectly. Thanks for the help i went to a local shop and they didnt even charge me for the tape lol
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Awesome! You're very welcome. I'm glad it was an easy fix.

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