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Old 03-23-2007, 02:40 PM
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I just installed the harness and H4's with 135W Piaa's and its great... BUT I am getting backfeed from my alternator and its keeping the lights on even when they are down!... What am I going to do to fix this? Has this ever happened to anyone?

Its on my 88 944S.

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PS. They look so nice, bright and update the car nicely.
Old 03-23-2007, 02:47 PM
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sounds like they are hooked up wrong- time to recheck your wiring.
Old 03-23-2007, 02:50 PM
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Hell I thought this was another Rock post with pictures... jeez. Happy Friday!
Old 03-23-2007, 04:24 PM
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I checked, its' all to spec. And it's done right. Has anyone had this problem?
Old 03-23-2007, 06:16 PM
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Try switching the relays in the harness. It sounds like your relay is stuck on. Your relay isn't supposed to allow power through the harness to the lights until it gets signal from your original pigtail. If the lights are still on after you switch the relays, then it's definately wired wrong.
Old 03-23-2007, 06:31 PM
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And you should hear the relay click on/off when you turn on/off your headlights.
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+1 on the relays - If they get corroded inside, they foul up.
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Damn, your electric bill must be high



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