2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Headlights Out - Can't Drive- Help!!!

[cluckmaster]

My headlights went out the other night, and I'm having trouble pinpointing the problem. I pulled the 40amp fuse for the headlights (#7), and replaced it with the 50amp that powers the horn, parking lights, etc (#4). The headlights came on so I figured the 40amp fuse was bad. Replaced it w/ a new fuse, and the headlights didn't work. Tried the 50amp again, and ther headlights popped on. BOught a new 50amp and put it in the spot for the headlights and returned the old 50amp to it's correct spot. Headlights didn't work again. I then figured out that the headlights would only work with the fifty amp fuse that runs the horn, parking lights, etc. is out. Turns out the original 40amp fuse for the headlights is still good. Soooo... I switched the two circuit breakers and that didn't make a difference. The only other thing that I guess could be related is that I've got a Blizzard snow plow wired into the system, but it's been on there for a year and I've never had any problems. I'm stuck and can't drive past dark now. ANY IDEAS??? Thanks!! -Josh



97 4x4 SLT 2500 auto

 

[Jong]

There should be an extra switch installed when your plow was installed to switch between your regular lights and your plow lights when the plow is on the truck. If you accidentally hit it your regular truck lights may not work. Check with your plow installer. Good luck!

 

[cluckmaster]

I can't believe I'm that stupid. Yup... I bumped the plow light switch somehow. Headlights are back. When I mounted the plow, I put the light switch down by the hood latch. Probably a poor location. THANKS!!! -Josh

 

[bighammer]

Isn't that a dream fix... . open the flip a switch and VOILA! (OK, my frnch spelling may be a bit off)