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Old 06-28-2008, 08:19 AM
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I just picked up an '02 WS6...When I turn on the headlights, they flip open and won't stop so I get that loud jamming noise for a few seconds then finally stops....How do I fix that? And what size bulb do the headlights use? One of the bulbs is out. I don't have an owner's manual.

What are common problems with the power seats? Mine don't work.

The owner put a textralia clutch/flywheel in. Is it normal to hear a short whirring noise when going from a stop? Maybe any vendors can shed light on this?


Any feedback is appreciated, thanks.
Old 06-28-2008, 08:27 AM
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See the thread below about the headlight noise

https://ls1tech.com/forums/pontiac-firebird-1967-2002/177470-firebird-headlights-all-comments-questions-regarding-headlights-go-here.html

The headlights are sealed beam(I think), a new one is $25 at Wal-Mart

Check the pwer seat fuse in the fuse panel inside the car. It's silver, replace it and see if that corrects the problem
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*The headlight issue is due to the motor needing adjustment.
*+1 on the pwr seat relay/fuse.
*I'm running a Textralia with no noise issues. I do have issues when it's cold outside, but still no noise from it. It sounds like your slave cylinder needs to be replaced.
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Cool, thanks for the info...which fuse am I looking for?

I'm going to bring the car to a shop to look at the clutch issue....in first gear when you roll off the line it whirs for a second or 2.
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New Headlight Motor Bro
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ok, so I took off my headlight and I'm ready to rotate the motor shaft 180 degrees.

But how the hell do I know how far the motor shaft is turning??
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Power seats are on a relay, also tied to the rear defroster. Check the relay. It's not uncommon to see the rear defroster trip the break under normal operation and the power seat not work until the breaker resets.
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Originally Posted by Mike44138
Power seats are on a relay, also tied to the rear defroster. Check the relay. It's not uncommon to see the rear defroster trip the break under normal operation and the power seat not work until the breaker resets.
Ok, I'm a newbie to this car...how do I check the relay? I'm not sure what I'm looking for.
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Ok, I'm a newbie to this car...how do I check the relay? I'm not sure what I'm looking for.
? help
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Originally Posted by Mid
Ok, I'm a newbie to this car...how do I check the relay? I'm not sure what I'm looking for.
anyone know?




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