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Headlamp alignment

Headlamp alignment


Headlamps (not US/CA)

Check the condition and alignment of the headlamps.

Before adjustment:


• Check that the light beam switch is in position 0.

• Check that all tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.

• Make sure there is no luggage in the car.

• Check the fuel level.

Compensate with a load in the luggage compartment,

tank half full - 25 kg

tank empty - 50 kg

• One person or 75 kg should be placed in the driver's seat.

• The car must be cleared of ice and snow.

• Position the car on a level surface.

• Stabilize the suspension by rocking the car.


Headlamps (US/CA only)


Check the condition and alignment of the headlamps.

A = Vertical adjustment

B = Indication of correct height position

1 = Indication of correct lateral position

2 = Lateral adjustment

Before adjustment:


• Check that all tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.

• Make sure there is no luggage in the car.

• Check the amount of fuel in the tank. Compensate by placing a load in the luggage compartment:

tank half full - 25 kg

tank empty - 50 kg

• One person or 75 kg should be placed in the driver's seat.

• The car must be cleared of ice and snow.

• Position the car on a level surface.

• Stabilize the suspension by rocking the car.





Fog lights


Check the condition and adjustment of the fog lights.

Before adjustment:


• Check that all tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.

• Make sure there is no luggage in the car.

• Check the fuel level.

Compensate with a load in the luggage compartment,

tank half full - 25 kg

tank empty - 50 kg

• Position the car on a level surface.

• One person or 75 kg should be placed in the driver's seat.

• The car must be cleared of ice and snow.

• Position the car on a level surface.

• Stabilize the suspension by rocking the car.