my rhd 1990 tourer came france and its dips are continental angled...
i need to change to uk alignment for mot next week...
im pretty sure the answer lies in the technical tips section but
i dont know how to find it?
would really appreciate if someone could help me out...
paul :
HELP!!! HOW TO CHANGE ANGLE/ALIGNMENT OF DIPPED HEADLIGHTS?
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The quickest way to get it through the MOT is to mask the kick up part of the lamp. This will leave a flat beam pattern and so long as that falls between the two red lines on the aiming screen, it will be acceptable.
Use one of the kits available and cut to suit the lamp.
Use one of the kits available and cut to suit the lamp.
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If you look at the back of the lights you should see (from memory) three screws that are in slots. Loosen them and rotate the lamp. This is from memory and may be wrong but if you have a quick look you'll be able to check.
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thanks morat i will check that out...
i know theres a detailed thread on here somewhere,
could someone help me find it?
i know theres a detailed thread on here somewhere,
could someone help me find it?
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Yup three captive screws. IIRC, once loosened the back part of light will pull back slightly and allow you to turn it.
Only works on the facelift lights though.
Only works on the facelift lights though.
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thanks for all your help guys...