Adjust both headlamps
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Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Adjusting headlights
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Notes on the headlight adjustment are a fundamental requirement for these repair instructions and must be complied with at all times.
For additional information see: TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR HEADLIGHTS VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT .
Notes on the headlight adjustment are a fundamental requirement for these repair instructions and must be complied with at all times.
For additional information see: TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR HEADLIGHTS VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT .
- Perform the headlight adjustment with the adjusting screws (1) and (2).
A definite allocation of adjusting screws is not possible.
Adjusting screw (1) is primarily used for the height adjustment.
Adjusting screw (2) is primarily used for the lateral adjustment.
- Adjust the height at the adjusting screw (1).
- US version:
Set the lateral adjustment only if the plug on the adjusting screw for lateral adjustment is missing or damaged.
If required, remove damaged plug .
- Make the lateral adjustment at the adjusting screw (2).
- Perform reference run. Switch the headlights off and on again.
- Check the headlight and adjust if necessary.
- US version: If the lateral adjustment has been checked or corrected: Replace the plug and press it into the adjusting screw without damage for lateral adjustment.