Headlight noise

tommyspiggy

Hi,
Having a issue with my 2000 e11 Toyota Corolla .The headlights are making a whining/turning/adjusting noise every few seconds.it happens in parking lights, dipped and in full lights. I had a look under the bonnet and there is this black square box connected directly to the middle of the back of each headlight. That is where this noise is coming from. What is this box do u know? What do u think is the problem? Thanks

Atlantic Dawn

I think this model has the headlight adjuster where you can from the dashboard adjust the headlight level. Is it possible a bulb was fitted incorrectly and is causing issues with the adjuster? Can you change the adjuster level to see if it is functioning on both sides?

tommyspiggy

Just started happening all of a sudden. Didnt fit bulbs with ages , but maybe ones loose. Will have a check later. Thanks

tommyspiggy

Still anyone know what this black box on the back of the headlight is? Want to find out as noise comes from there.

cletus

Throw up a picture

tommyspiggy

cletus wrote: »

Throw up a picture

Best photos I could get in dark. He square box with wire connecting to it.

tommyspiggy

Just realised their the motor adjusters. Any idea how one of these costs from
Motor factors.

joujoujou

Breakers is the place you get them.

Although they're likely fine.

Had the same problem - replaced adjuster knob housing - located near handbrake lever - problem solved!

Stoolbend

As a temporary measure. Lift up the adjuster switch in the car and disconnect it. It'll stop the noise.