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Headlamp Unit Alignment - Export

HEADLAMP UNIT ALIGNMENT PREPARATION
1. Verify headlamp dimmer switch and high beam indicator operation.
2. Verify that the headlamp leveling switch is in the "0" position.
3. Inspect and correct damaged or defective components that could interfere with proper headlamp alignment.
4. Verify proper tire inflation.
5. Clean headlamp lenses.
6. Verify that luggage area is loaded as the vehicle is routinely used.
7. Fuel tank should be FULL. Add 2.94 kg (6.5 lbs.) of weight over the fuel tank for each estimated gallon of missing fuel.

Fig.20 Headlamp Unit Alignment Screen - Export:




ALIGNMENT SCREEN PREPARATION
1. Position vehicle on a level surface perpendicular to a flat wall 10 meters (32.8 ft.) away from front of headlamp lens.
2. If necessary tape a line on the floor 10 meters (32.8 ft.) away from and parallel to the wall.
3. Rock vehicle side-to-side three times and allow suspension to stabilize.
4. Jounce front suspension three times by pushing downward on front bumper and releasing.
5. Measure the distance from the center of headlamp lens to the floor. Transfer measurement to the alignment screen (with tape). Use this line for up/down adjustment reference.

Fig.21 Headlamp Unit Adjustment:




HEADLAMP UNIT ADJUSTMENT
The low beam headlamp will project on the screen upper edge of the beam (cut-off) at the horizontal lamp centerline ± 20 mm (0.75 in.). The high beam pattern should be correct when the low beams are aligned properly. To adjust headlamp alignment, rotate adjustment screws to achieve the specified low beam cut-off location.