Dimming Headlights - MINI Cooper Forum

BlackMiniMac · #1 (**permalink**) Mar 4th, 2006, 09:14 AM

Just noticed last night that my headlights dim down noticeably when i turn the steering wheel !! This only seems to be at low / parking speed. Is this normal ??

Paul · #2 (**permalink**) Mar 4th, 2006, 09:20 AM

Yes. It's just a result as the extra drain on the power when at a standstill and turning.

Smurfn · #3 (**permalink**) Mar 4th, 2006, 09:20 AM

I've never noticed anything like that before

Smurfn · #4 (**permalink**) Mar 4th, 2006, 09:23 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul Mullett

Yes. It's just a result as the extra drain on the power when at a standstill and turning.

Makes sense. Will have to test it out now

3 years, and hadn't noticed anything like this

Paul · #5 (**permalink**) Mar 4th, 2006, 09:23 AM

Generally I see it if I'm in a dark spot, stationary, and on full lock.

You could always get the electrics checked if you're not comfortable with it.

Wobert · #6 (**permalink**) Mar 4th, 2006, 11:07 AM

It's one of those "characteristics" of having electric power steering, although xenon equipped cars don't suffer the same thing.

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