1998 Volkswagen Golf Headlights shutting off

1998 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
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GOLF98NEW
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Electrical problem
1998 Volkswagen Golf 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual

Hello:

When I a driving at night my headlights will just randomly shut off. I still have dash lights. I have had the emergency brake checked and its fine.

The headlights will just come back on by themselves, there is nothing I can do to get them on.

I appreciate any help to solve this problem.

Thanks
golf98new
Aug 8, 2009 at 10:38 AM
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DUBTECH
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Check the headlight relay under the dash, right above the fuse panel.

If possible you could tap on it or wiggle next time they go out.

I would also try wiggling the headlight switch too, but I can only imagine you have done that vigorously whenever they go out on a dark highway...
Aug 17, 2009 at 9:49 PM
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