Alternate Headlamp Aiming Procedure

Properly aim the headlamps for maximum road illumination and safety. With halogen headlamps, proper aiming is very important. The increased range and power of these lamps make even the slightest variations From the recommended aiming hazardous to approaching motorists.

Observe the following conditions when you inspect or adjust the headlamp aim:
^ The vehicle is on a level surface.
^ The tires are uniformly inflated to the specified pressure. See the tire placard located on the left side center pillar for the tire pressure specifications.
^ The vehicle has a full tank of fuel. One person or 75 kg (160 lbs) is on the driver's seat.
^ If the vehicle regularly carries an unusual load in the rear compartment or pulls a trailer, inspect the headlamps with these loading conditions.
^ Clean the headlamps before aiming.
^ Follow your state's requirements for headlamp aiming.

A built-in Vehicle Headlamp Aiming Device (VHAD) equips each composite headlamp assembly.




1. Open the hood.
2. In order to adjust the vertical aim, turn the vertical aiming gear (2) until the bubble in the indicator is centered.




3. In order to adjust the horizontal aiming gear the stopper must first be unlocked and the gear must not be engaged.
4. Adjust the horizontal aiming gear (1) until the 0-mark is in alignment with the center line.
5. When the horizontal adjustments have been performed, lock and engage the horizontal gear with the stopper by pushing down on the stopper.