s13 headlight aim adjustment
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nissan_star
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s13 headlight aim adjustment
my front left pop up headlight is pointing higher then the right one. I have tried using the adjustment screws but they are either rusted and usless or i am doing it wrong as they do not seem to change the direction of the light. has anyone else had this problem aswell?
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adrianfromthecastle
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Re: s13 headlight aim adjustment (nissan_star)
the headlight is held on by 2 adjuster screws and a spring. Sometimes, when you tighten the headlight adjuster and its not moving at all, chances are you're just bending the headlight bracket (that metal part bends easily). Try softly forcing the headlight with your bare hands to see if it moves a bit.
You can also get more of an idea on what I'm talking about if you remove the plastic housing (not necessary, but helpful).
You can also get more of an idea on what I'm talking about if you remove the plastic housing (not necessary, but helpful).
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Re: s13 headlight aim adjustment (adrians_s13)
adrians_s13 wrote:the headlight is held on by 2 adjuster screws and a spring. Sometimes, when you tighten the headlight adjuster and its not moving at all, chances are you're just bending the headlight bracket (that metal part bends easily). Try softly forcing the headlight with your bare hands to see if it moves a bit.
You can also get more of an idea on what I'm talking about if you remove the plastic housing (not necessary, but helpful).
I just did this yesterday.