why do my right headlight on my 2000 Lincoln ls stay on?

2000 LINCOLN LS
185,000 MILES
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STREETLIGHT61
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My right headlights stays on some time for a long time before going out.
Dec 17, 2011 at 4:30 AM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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The vehicle may be equipped with a headlight timer that keeps the lights on for a set period of time after the engine is turned off. The timer may be damaged or the wiring to the timer may be damaged.

I have attached the wiring diagram for the headlight circuit.
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Dec 17, 2011 at 5:16 AM
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