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Headlamps, alignment: Notes

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  1. Make sure all the tires are at the right pressure.
  2. Make sure there is no luggage in the car.
  3. Check the fuel level and compensate with a load in the luggage compartment:

    half tank - 25 kg, empty tank - 50 kg.

  4. One person or 75 kg must be placed in the driver's seat.
  5. The car must be free from snow and ice.
  6. Place the car on a level surface.
  7. Stabilize the suspension by rocking the car.
  8. Check the lamp mounting in the headlamp.
  9. Turn 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.