paulwilliams1
Headlight Range Control Fault on Mini Clubman
Summary of the thread
A 2007 Mini Clubman is experiencing a headlight range control fault, with the low beams misaligned and a warning light on the speedometer. The suspected cause is a defective servomotor in the headlight. Suggestions include checking the electrical connectors for loose or corroded connections and using a multimeter to test voltage and continuity. Ultimately, the servomotor was confirmed as the issue and was replaced, resolving the problem.
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paulwilliams1 (community.author)
Good call on the connectors. I did check them visually, but didn't get too deep. Is there a specific way to test the connectors beyond just looking for corrosion? I'm wondering if the control module could also be involved.
friedrichswift7
Beyond visual inspection, you'd need to use a multimeter to check for voltage and continuity at the connector. Also check the ground. While the control module could be the issue, it's less common than a failed servomotor. Given the symptoms, I'd still lean towards the servomotor. Probably best to get it properly diagnosed at a workshop.
paulwilliams1 (community.author)
Appreciate the input. Took it to a shop and you were spot on, servomotor in the headlight was indeed the culprit. New part, coding, and alignment later and the light intensity is back to normal. 1040€ lighter now, but at least the auto-leveling is working again.
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friedrichswift7
Sounds like a faulty headlight servomotor as you suspected. Have you checked the electrical connectors to the headlight assembly? Sometimes a loose or corroded connection can cause issues with the adaptive headlights.