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romymystic81

Skoda Praktik Headlight Range Control Problem

I'm having trouble with the headlight malfunction on my 2009 Skoda Praktik with a gasoline engine. The headlight range control is completely bugged. I've got the error stored, the warning light is on, and the low beam is either shining straight into the ground or blinding other drivers. It's a total mess! From what I've read, it's likely a defective servomotor in the headlight, but before I start ripping things apart or spending a lot on the repair, has anyone else experienced this particular headlight malfunction? Any tips or tricks before I brace myself for a big bill?

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A 2009 Skoda Praktik owner experienced a headlight range control malfunction, with the low beam either pointing too low or blinding other drivers. The issue was suspected to be a defective servomotor in the headlight. After ruling out the headlight switch as a cause, it was confirmed that the servomotor was indeed the problem. The solution involved replacing the servomotor, which resolved the malfunction and restored proper headlight function.

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nelehahn9

Sounds familiar. I had a similar headlight malfunction on my Praktik. Same symptoms – error light, auto-leveling gone haywire, beams pointing to the sky or ground. Have you checked the headlight switch itself? Sometimes a faulty switch can cause issues with the adaptive headlights system. If not, it's likely the servomotor as you suspect. Has the car had any front-end work recently?

romymystic81 (community.author)

Thanks for the quick reply! Good to know I'm not alone in this headlight misery. I did check the headlight switch, and it seems fine. No recent front-end work either. So, if you had the same symptoms, was it definitely the servomotor in your case? And if so, was the fix as expensive as I'm dreading?

nelehahn9

Yep, servomotor was the issue. Sadly, it wasn't cheap. The labor isn't too bad, but the part itself is pricey. If you've already ruled out the headlight switch, then I'd bet on the servomotor. Just get it to the workshop and have it checked out. They can confirm with diagnostics. Good luck!

romymystic81 (community.author)

Huge thanks for sharing your experience! I took your advice and went straight to the workshop. Turns out you nailed it – the defective servomotor in the headlight was indeed the culprit. I had to replace the whole unit, costing me a painful 1040€. Ouch! But at least the headlight is fixed, and the lighting is working properly again. No more scary nights with the low beam shining all over the place. I appreciate the help!

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