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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: horace on 30 March 2009, 17:32:21

Title: Headlight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: horace on 30 March 2009, 17:32:21

Hi,

I'm posting this to try and help my dad out (he's a very active 70).  

His 2002 Omega V6 2.6 has failed it's MOT (by Vauxhall) because his headlight aim is too low.  They said it needs a new near side sensor, but don't have any in stock.  He's tried AutoVaux, but they gave him the run around and quoted him inconsistent prices.

To be honest, I think the only reason Vauxhall noticed the problem was because it reports the problem on the dash (apparently).

My question:  What is this sensor, where can I get one from, and how easy are they to fit?

Alternatively, can the headlights be adjusted manually?

Your help would be much appreciated.

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: miniator on 30 March 2009, 17:39:01

did you check that the wee arm on the sensor hasnt just popped out?

mine did it bout 4 weeks ago, just squeezed the arm back in...job done!

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: horace on 30 March 2009, 17:50:36

Hi,

I'm in Lincoln, he's in Bradford (and is not too internet savvy).  So, there's some sort of mechanical arm on the sensor?  Where is the sensor?  Obviously, I'm going to be phoning this info thru to him.  Could be fun!!

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: dbug on 30 March 2009, 17:58:03

Front nearside wishbone mate

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: Andy B on 30 March 2009, 18:24:05

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Hi,

I'm posting this to try and help my dad out (he's a very active 70).  

His 2002 Omega V6 2.6 has failed it's MOT (by Vauxhall) because his headlight aim is too low.  They said it needs a new near side sensor, but don't have any in stock.  He's tried AutoVaux, but they gave him the run around and quoted him inconsistent prices.

To be honest, I think the only reason Vauxhall noticed the problem was because it reports the problem on the dash (apparently).

My question:  What is this sensor, where can I get one from, and how easy are they to fit?

Alternatively, can the headlights be adjusted manually?

Your help would be much appreciated.

Be aware though that there are 2 sensors for the HID head lights, front nearside wishbone & rear nearside radius arm. Same sensor - £50ish - different bracket. :y
If the dealer say fns, have they put the Tech II on the car to 'ask' it? :-/

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: TheBoy on 30 March 2009, 18:25:12

If the sensor is busted, ask one of the breakers on this site for one - they will supply at a good price I'm sure :y

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: horace on 30 March 2009, 18:32:46

Thanks for the prompt replies!

How come there are 2 sensors?  

Which one is 'most likely' to have failed? - Yeah, I know that's a crap question.....

Where are the breakers on the site?

Many thanks.

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: TheBoy on 30 March 2009, 18:38:43

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Thanks for the prompt replies!

How come there are 2 sensors?  

Which one is 'most likely' to have failed? - Yeah, I know that's a crap question.....

Where are the breakers on the site?

Many thanks.

there are 2 so the headlight ecu knows exactly how the car is sat at any point, and adjust aim appropriateely.

Most cars with HID/Xenon headlights use a similar setup

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: MutantCav on 30 March 2009, 18:42:02

Breakers...myself, Markey Mark, Elite Pete/Loo-knee on the whole...

I have a front one somewhere in the garage but it may take longer to find it atm than you would be able to wait lol

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: TheBoy on 30 March 2009, 18:48:56

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Breakers...myself, Markey Mark, Elite Pete/Loo-knee on the whole...

I have a front one somewhere in the garage but it may take longer to find it atm than you would be able to wait lol

Think JueV6 is still breaking Omegas in deepest Wolverhampton

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: MutantCav on 30 March 2009, 18:52:01

Oh yes sorry...and Jue :y

Generally if your down south your stuffed! lol

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: Andy B on 30 March 2009, 19:00:54

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I have a front one somewhere  ......

As said .... they're the same sensor, different bracket.  :y

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: horace on 30 March 2009, 19:03:41

Cheers.  Are the sensors the same unit?  ie, can I buy a single replacement and try it in both front and rear positions to determine which one is faulty?

Ah - just seen, they are the same!!

How do I contact the breakers for price/availability on this site?  Sorry for being a bit dim.....

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: alexandjen on 30 March 2009, 19:21:24

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Cheers.  Are the sensors the same unit?  ie, can I buy a single replacement and try it in both front and rear positions to determine which one is faulty?

Ah - just seen, they are the same!!

How do I contact the breakers for price/availability on this site?  Sorry for being a bit dim.....

Send them a PM :y

Edit: you may not need any parts if the sensor arm has popped off.

Have a read through this..........

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1237989198

Title: Re: Healight Alignment Omega V6
Post by: horace on 30 March 2009, 19:30:14

Brilliant!  Thanks for your help.

Can't find JueV6 in the members list?