General Information

1. Aim the headlamps for proper illumination of the road. Check the headlamp aim whenever any of the following are true:
- At least once a year
- When a new headlamp capsule is installed
- If service or repairs to the front end area have (or may have) disturbed the headlamps or their mountings.
2. Some state and local laws specify requirements for headlamp aim. All of these laws must be followed when performing any headlamp aiming operation.
3. Prior to aiming headlamps, the following steps must be taken:
- Ensure that all of the components are back in their original place if any service has been performed.
- Place the vehicle on a level surface.
- Stop all other work on the vehicle.
- Fill the fuel tank to half full.
- If the vehicle is intended for heavy loads or tows a trailer, these loads must be simulated.