A new problem has cropped up with Elanore (my 1985 GSL-SE).

A few nights ago her headlights went up as usual, but now they won't go back down. The lights themselves work fine, but I can't get them to retract. The fuse is okay.


Any ideas?

Thanks,
-Spencer

 

is the manual switch still plugged in or is it shorted. if anything is wrong with the switch or its unplugged the lights won't go back down.

 

I have the same problem and it IS the switch. All I do is pop the switch off, short out the metal tabs and the lights go back down. Stupid switch, bad construction on Mazda's part. I'll most likely replace with a rocker switch from Digi-Key or Mouser some time soon along with the rest of them.

 

you can take the switch apart and clean the contacts. at least thats how i fixed my 79's antenna switch.

 

What color is your interior? I have an extra headlight switch at home.

 

I'll check it out... thanks guys...

 

hi
i have the same problem the headlight went up now wont retract.
stupid question but how do you get the switch out? doe sit just pop out?
thanks
Don

 

Fusible link at driver's side strut tower - the one that says 'Headlights'. Replace fusible link with proper part and you're back in business. Don't hack up your switches or wiring until you do this,... trust me.

 

Thanks
i ordered it form mazda today.
thanks again
Don