Light setting, headlamps

Check that all tyres have the correct air pressure.

Check that there is no load in the car.

Check fuel quantity. Compensate with load in the luggage compartment:

half tank - 25 kg; empty tank - 50 kg

One person or a 75 kg load should be in the driver's seat.

The car should be free from snow and ice.

Park the car on a flat surface.

Stabilise the suspension by rocking the car.

Check the mounting of the bulb in the headlamp.

Switch on the ignition.

Important
If the car is equipped with manual headlamp levelling, this must be set to the 0 position prior the checking and adjustment.

Xenon headlamp: Start the engine, allow the headlamps to do a reference shine and then switch off the engine.

Switch on dipped beam.

For handling of light setting equipment, see the user's manual from the manufacturer.

Note
The headlamps should be set with a 1% downward angle (10 cm at 10 m).

Adjust the light image vertically.

Check the lateral light image and adjust as necessary.