Headlamp Unit Alignment Preparation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Intrepid, 2004 Chrysler Intrepid, 2004 Chrysler Concorde, and 2004 Chrysler 300M. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The vehicle headlamp units are equipped with a bubble level to aid up/down headlamp unit alignment. The bubble level is used to assist headlamp unit alignment when compensating for vehicle ride height changes due to heavy luggage compartment loads or vehicle ride height changes. The vehicle should always be on a level surface when headlamp unit alignments are checked or changed. Headlamp unit alignment should always be first attempted by using the bubble level.
The bubble levels cannot be calibrated. The bubble level adjustments are set by the manufacturer. Horizontal alignment does not ordinarily have to be changed except in the case of body damage or tampering.
- Verify headlamp dimmer switch and high beam indicator operation.
- Inspect and correct damaged or defective components that could interfere with proper headlamp alignment.
- Verify proper tire inflation.
- Clean headlamp lenses.
- Verify that luggage area is not heavily loaded.
- Fuel tank should be FULL. Add 2.94 kg (6.5 lbs.) of weight over the fuel tank for each estimated gallon of missing fuel.