Headlight Beam Adjustment

CAUTION:

Turn off the light before adjusting the beam level of the light assembly - head. If it is necessary to inspect the beam level, do not keep the light on for two minutes or more.
When blocking the light emitted from the headlight, use a light shield or equivalent. Do not apply the tape on the lens or place the cloth over it. It may raise the temperature in the light and cause deformation/bubble formations of the plastic lens.

Before checking the beam level of the light assembly - head, be sure of the following:
- The area around the light assembly - head 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.
Set the headlight beam leveler switch to "0" position. (Model with manual leveler)
Bounce the vehicle several times to normalize the suspension.
Make certain that someone is seated in the driver's seat.
Measure the distance of the light source centers and the height of the light source centers for the low beam.

Fig 1: Identifying High Beam And Low Beam
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Adjust the beam level of the light assembly - head (low beam).

Place the vehicle with the front end facing to the measurement panel, then illuminate the low beam.

Fig 2: Adjusting Beam Level Of Light Assembly - Head (Low Beam)

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W mm (in)
Halogen type: 1, 347 (53.03)
LED type: 1, 342 (52.83)

Fig 3: Locating Low Beam Aiming Screw

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