Mercedes-Benz 600 SEL 1993, Owner'S Manual

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Correct headlamp adjustment is
extremely important. To check and
readjust a headlamp do the
following:
• Park unloaded vehicle on level
surface. Check surface with
carpenter’s level.
• Remove cover above head­
lamp. Move retaining clamps
(5) aside and remove cover.
Note:
Horizontal headlamp aim normally
never changes and needs read­
justment only after repair to the
body or a headlamp unit. There­
fore, do not turn the horizontal
adjustment screw (1), if number 0
on scale (11) aligns with marker
( 12).
Adjusting Headlam p
Horizontal headlamp aim:
Turn adjustment screw (1) until the
number 0 on scale (11) aligns with
marker (12).
• Reinstall cover and fasten with
retaining clamps (5).
• Reinstall cover above
headlamp.
Vertical headlamp aim:
Turn adjusting screw (2) until the
bubble in level (10) is in center of
the marking (bold line).
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