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Fog Light Aiming

  1. Before checking the fog light assembly - front beam level, be sure of the following:
    • The area around the fog light assembly - front has not sustained any scratches, damage or other type of deformation.
    • The vehicle is parked on a level surface.
    • The inflation pressure of tires is correct.
    • The vehicle does not have load.
    • Vehicle's fuel tank is fully filled.
  2. Bounce the vehicle several times to normalize the suspension.
  3. Make certain that someone is seated in the driver's seat.
  4. Place the vehicle with the front end facing to the measurement panel.
    Fig 1: Placing Vehicle With Front End Facing To Measurement Panel
    G11268525Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    h mm (in) at 3 m (10 ft)
    40 (1.77)
  5. Adjust the fog light assembly - front beam.
    1. Remove the screw and clips, and turn over the front side of the mud guard - front.
      Fig 2: Turning Over Front Side Of Mud Guard Front
      G11268526Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Adjust the beam direction by turning the aiming screw from the bottom of the bumper face - front.
Fig 3: Adjusting Beam Direction By Turning Aiming Screw
G11268527Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.