Question: Hi, A new guy with a question

[C3/C4 KID]

Hi, my name is Russ and im from Northeast Philadelphia Pa. Im thinking on buying a 89 C4. The headlights work but did not flip around , I can see the motor works that moves them. I did try to move them manually with the knob with no luck. Is there adjustments for the assembly that I can them work? Or do have to get two new headlights assembly's ?

Thanks Russ

 

[Mac]

Welcome aboard the CAC, Russ! I hope you enjoy our Corvette community!!

I can't answer the specifics of the headlight motor question (I'm a C3 kinda guy) but it is kind of a notorious problem for C4s.... much like C3s are notorious for vacuum leaks in the headlight system. It seems to me that it involves a plastic gear wearing out or something like that... but I'm sure the resident experts will chime in soon!

When you get a chance, drop by the New Member Introductions forum and let everyone know you've arrived!

-Mac

 

[Dukeallen]

Welcome. I have an 89, and it does sound like that gear is worn. Replacements are available from just about every Corvette vendor. You can upgrade to brass that lasts longer.

 

[roger longman]

It's usually the plastic dowels, that cost pennies (as bought at Home Depot) but, take a bit of work to replace. Hit search and you'll find a wealth of posts, on this......Roger.

 

[C2C3C4]

Here is a how to video:Headlight Actuator Repair Kit - YouTube

 

[roger longman]

You don't need 'a kit'. As I said, Home Depot, for pennies, or Autozone, for Ford window winder motor, dowels, a little more expensive. A nail will do the job of a punch.Although I did buy a punch. The You Tube version, works for the L/H motor but, the R/H doesn't want you to just pull out the gear. I removed the screw drive, through the top of the motor, which allowed the gear to pull right out. Some people prefer to file a notch in the gear, instead.Just make sure the reassembly has everything in the same place. Once you get the motor out, it's really self explanatory.......Roger.