Headlight Dimmer Switch

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Headlight Dimmer Switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus IS 300 and 2002 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect headlight dimmer switch continuity. See Figure. See INSPECTING HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH CONTINUITYΒ  table. If continuity is not as specified, replace switch. See COMBINATION SWITCHΒ  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.

INSPECTING HEADLIGHT DIMMER SWITCH CONTINUITY

Switch Position Tester Connection Specified Condition
Low Beam 16 - 17 Continuity
High Beam 7 - 16 Continuity
Flash 7 - 8 - 16 Continuity
RENDER: 1.0x

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