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Headlamp: Adjustments

Aiming Adjustment: Headlamp Aimer Adapter:




When performing headlamp aiming adjustment, use an aiming machine, aiming wall, screen or headlamp tester. When operating any aimer, it should be in good repair, calibrated and used according to the operation manual supplied with the unit.


HEADLAMP AIMER ADAPTER
Attach the headlamp aimer using Tool (aimer adapter). Place the aimer adapter on the 3 points of the headlamp, then push the lever down to secure it.
If no aimer is available, aiming adjustment can be done as follows: For details, refer to the regulations in your own country.

CAUTION:
a. Make sure tires are inflated to correct pressures.
b. Place vehicle and tester on the same flat surface.
c. See that there is no load in the vehicle (coolant, engine oil filled up to correct level and full fuel tank) other than the driver (or equivalent weight placed in driver's position).


Aiming Adjustment:




1. Turn headlamp low beam on.
2. Use adjusting screws to perform aiming adjustment.
^ First tighten the adjusting screw all the way and then make adjustment by loosening the screw.

Aiming Adjustment:




^ Adjust headlamps so that upper edge and left edge of high intensity zone are within the acceptable range as shown at left.
^ Dotted lines in illustration show center of headlamp.
"H": Horizontal center line of headlamps
"WL": Distance between each headlamp center

Aiming Adjustment:





Push the tongue and pull the lever up to remove the adapter.