Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Headlamps, Adjusting
Left Headlamp
Left headlamp adjustment screws:
1 - Adjusting screw for adjusting the height/side setting on a Halogen headlamp
1 - Adjusting screw for the side setting on a Xenon headlamp
2 - Height adjustment screw
Placement on right headlamp is similar.
-- To adjust height on a Halogen headlamp, turn the adjusting screws -1- and -2- with same number of turns.
-- On a Xenon headlamp, turn the adjusting screw -2- to set the height.
-- To adjust laterally, turn only adjustment screw -1-.
Vehicles with automatic Headlamp Range Control:
-- Perform function program J431 - headlamp range control module, basic setting, to end.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.