Headlight and wiper problems...

[TwoStates]

I had a burned out low beam in my front passenger headlight, so I replaced the headlight with a new military replacement. Everything seems fine at first, but then I was driving in the pasture for about five minutes and I got out and checked it again. The low beam had already burned out. So then I went and hit the high beam switch and the **** light started smoking. What could the issue be and how can I fix it?

Additionally, I discovered my wipers are not working now. The other day I layed the windshield down for about five seconds and then put it back in place. Could something have come loose when I did that?

Anyone have any ideas? Thanks.

 

[RustyM923]

I'm thinking a ground problem.

 

[86humv]

Soft top trucks have a rubber oval with three contacts visible when you lower W/S frame.
Lower it again and clean and inspect them.
Also one would have 24 vdc at it.

 

[TwoStates]

Soft top trucks have a rubber oval with three contacts visible when you lower W/S frame.
Lower it again and clean and inspect them.
Also one would have 24 vdc at it.

Thank you so much! The weather stripping had come up and blocked the connections when I put the windshield down the other day. Any other ideas on the headlight? I ordered the grounding kit from Kascar and a new headlight.

 

[86humv]

Disconnect batteries when doing most electrical work.

 

[dmetalmiki]

Apart from good grounding, check the alternator outputs. I know you DID NOT! fit a replacement 12volt unit....

 

[TwoStates]

Unit is marked 19207-8741491 MFR 5A910 24V JUL 08 2014 4863-C 28V 80/60W 05-17-04

 

[papakb]

The TMs for the HMMWV have a very complete and comprehensive troubleshooting flow chart for almost any electrical problem. My suggestion would be to get into it and let their experience help you troubleshoot your problem. It'll also give you a great education as to the extent of the information in the manuals.

Kurt