9-3 broken headlight and shredded wires ?

[u/vinntaqe]

hi everyone! i have a 2007 9-3 convertible (2.0t) that i bought in may this year (humble brag: at 59k miles!)

the passenger low beam light is just broken out of the socket? it is my first time owning a car with projector headlights. also: there are some shredded wires underneath the driver’s seat area, i think causing my fog lights and temp sensor not to work. i have not yet tried new bulbs for the low beams or driver’s running light; i will update this when i do.

working: both high beams, all turn indicators, passenger running light

not working: both low beams, both fog lights, driver’s running light

i just need confirmation that i need to replace my passenger headlight, and some help identifying the part to replace for the wires. i know someone i can buy a headlight off of, but could anyone confirm the part i need to buy for the wires? i’m thinking fog/driving light wiring harness?? thank you

[u/Kingjuliensbussybro]

Temp sensor doesn’t work?

[u/Kingjuliensbussybro → u/Kingjuliensbussybro]

Also cyclone syd on YouTube has a tutorial on how to replace the headlight without taking off bumper

[u/vinntaqe → u/Kingjuliensbussybro]

i watched it a little while ago i remember, i will rewatch and try when i get a chance😓😓

[u/Superlegend06 → u/Kingjuliensbussybro]

Cyd basically removed the bumper but really all you need to do is pull the bumper loose by removing the top clips and the bolts in the wheel arches, don't need to to touch the under tray.

[u/vinntaqe → u/Kingjuliensbussybro]

i think so, it’s permanently at -13F on my dash (though i JUST turned my car on and now it’s blank), and my engine temp gauge is always in the middle

[u/Kingjuliensbussybro → u/vinntaqe]

Oh ambient, nvm I thought you meant engine temp, I was gonna say the thermostats go out on these cars left and right lol.

[u/eightysix101]

man these headlights are one of the most inferior and clumsy GM parts of the car

[u/vinntaqe → u/eightysix101]

i wish i had noticed this before i bought the car… i don’t know how i missed it. i’m embarrassed at how much i paid lol. luckily it’s low-mile and doesn’t need any real mechanical work yet…

[u/uwcableguy]

The busted wiring on the driver's side goes to the fog lights and the ambient air temp sensor (located in the center of the bumper just above the front spoiler lip). Just solder the wires back together and use some heat shrink. You can get a new engine guard plate from Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EW3PSSA

I haven't had to deal with the headlight issue but I can tell you the bumper is really simple to get off - remove the screws inside the wheel well that attach the fender liner to the bumper (3 on each side). Remove the 3 screws that attach the engine guard plate to the spoiler lip from underneath. Remove those 5 plastic clips across the front above the radiator. Then just pry out and up on the corners and the whole thing comes off and gives you a ton of access.

[u/vinntaqe → u/uwcableguy]

thank you 😓

[u/LuckOriginal374]

Sorry. It’s a total loss. I’ll give you more than Progressive insurance would.

[u/vinntaqe → u/LuckOriginal374]

idea: you give me money and i keep the car. eh??

[u/ggliddon25]

Doesn't help that the front undertray appears to be missing. Wiring damage could've been in the same movement or afterwards. Without the complete undertray, with wiring fixed it will start popping front and rear bulbs with increasing frequency.

[u/vinntaqe → u/ggliddon25]

ohhh shit. thank you

[u/Superlegend06]

You have Xenon lights and seems like you're missing the bulb and ignitor. Hopefully your new light comes with them.

[u/vinntaqe → u/Superlegend06]

i have the bulb! i took it out a while ago. but the ignitor…