Testing and adjusting headlight mount

Fig 1: Edge of body

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NOTE: The headlight cover lens should lie approximately 2 mm below the body edge.

Fig 2: Factory fitting of the adjusting element fastening nuts

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Where the headlight housing joins the body, both should be in the same plane (flush).

Fig 3: Fitting of the fastening nuts in the case of accident repairs or replacement of the main headlights

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Adjust fastening nuts to the same height as the old unit and tighten gently by hand.

Fig 4: Mounting plate removed

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1. Adjust fastening nuts to the same height as the old unit and tighten gently by hand.

2. Press headlight housing firmly into the body and lock.

3. After adjustment, tighten the fastening nuts. → Tightening torque: 6 ftlb. +/-1.5 ftlb.