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Old 05-09-2008, 01:18 PM   #1
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headlights flicker

We recently purchased a '06 uplander and both my wife and I notice the headlights flickering at night. I seem to notice it a little more when you excellerate or do something that takes more electrical power like put the windows up. Is this normal or do I have a little problem headed for a big problem?
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Old 05-09-2008, 02:49 PM   #2
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Re: headlights flicker

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We recently purchased a '06 uplander and both my wife and I notice the headlights flickering at night. I seem to notice it a little more when you excellerate or do something that takes more electrical power like put the windows up. Is this normal or do I have a little problem headed for a big problem?
No problem at all. This is a common issue with many GM models over the past few years. In fact there is a TSB that covers it, TSB01-06-03-005. There is a "kit" ( actually a washer and a screw,) that resolves the issue. It is for the ground for the alternator. The kit can be purchased for anywheres from $5.00 to $7.00 at your local GM parts dept.
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Old 05-24-2008, 11:59 AM   #3
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Re: headlights flicker

Yes, I installed that kit on my 99 Montana and it resolved the issue. However my 06 Buick Terraza had the same problem and since it was still under warranty i brought it in. The dealer replaced the voltage regulator and it has fixed the problem. Try the kit first though as i'm sure its less expensive.
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Old 05-28-2008, 08:46 AM   #4
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What exactly comes in this kit? Is it a special washer and screw or can I just run my own ground to the alternator to correct the problem?
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