Adjusting the Headlights on a 2017 Ford Fusion
To adjust the headlights on a 2017 Ford Fusion, follow these steps:
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and make sure the headlights are turned off.
2. Locate the headlight adjustment screws. These screws are usually located on the back of the headlight assembly.
3. Identify the vertical and horizontal adjustment screws. The vertical screw controls the up and down movement of the headlights, while the horizontal screw controls the left and right movement.
4. Use a screwdriver or a socket wrench to turn the adjustment screws. Turning the screws clockwise will raise the headlights, while turning them counterclockwise will lower the headlights. Adjust the screws until the headlights are properly aligned.
5. Check the alignment of the headlights by observing the light beam pattern on a flat surface. The beams should be parallel to the ground and slightly lower on the driver’s side to avoid blinding oncoming drivers.
6. Repeat the adjustment process for the other headlight if necessary.
It’s important to note that while adjusting the headlights on your own can improve visibility, it’s recommended to have a professional technician perform the adjustment to ensure accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
Please keep in mind that the adjustment process may vary slightly depending on the specific model and trim level of your Ford Fusion. For more detailed instructions and illustrations, you can refer to the owner’s manual of your vehicle.
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Contents
- At what height should headlights be aimed?
- What are the two headlight settings?
- How high should headlights be at 25 feet?
- How do you adjust the headlights on a 2018 Ford Fusion?
- How do you adjust the headlights on a 2016 Ford Fusion?
- Is there a headlight adjustment?
- How do I change my headlight settings?
- Where are the headlight adjustment screws?
- How do I adjust my headlights up and down?
- What is the correct height for headlights?
At what height should headlights be aimed?
To properly adjust headlights you need to find the center point of the headlights first. You mark that height on your wall and then back up 25′. The cutoff for your low beam should be at or below the center point mark on the wall.
What are the two headlight settings?
The two types of headlights are low beam and high beam, which allow drivers to see the road in the dark and make themselves visible to other motorists. Other car lights include DRLs, sidelights, and fog lights.
How high should headlights be at 25 feet?
Headlamp Aiming Criteria: at the correct distance (25′), a reject would occur if the brightest portion of the beam is more than 4” to the right or more than 4” to the left of the vertical center line or more than 4” above or more than 4” below the horizontal center line.
How do you adjust the headlights on a 2018 Ford Fusion?
Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, turn the adjuster either clockwise or counterclockwise in order to aim the headlamp. The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line.
How do you adjust the headlights on a 2016 Ford Fusion?
First open your hood do you see the adjuster on your headlamps. With your screwdriver twist each one until your beams are at the right level. And remember to leave the marks on your door or wall.
Is there a headlight adjustment?
How to Adjust Headlights. Vehicles have an adjustment screw or bolt on the headlight assembly for adjusting headlight height, and some also have a screw for horizontal aim. Some vehicles also have a bubble level to help with adjustments.
How do I change my headlight settings?
Pop the hood and look for adjustment screws on top of each bulb. Adjust these screws as needed until your headlights are correct. The lights are correct when the area below the horizontal line is illuminated and the bright spots are centered on the middle of each +.
Where are the headlight adjustment screws?
Open the bonnet and look at the back of the headlight casing, on most models there will be two adjustment screws/bolts on the rear or top of each headlight-locate them and grab the right tool in order to turn them (check the owner’s manual to be sure they’re the right ones).
How do I adjust my headlights up and down?
Find the adjusting screw and turn the screws slowly clockwise to raise the height of the lights or counterclockwise to lower them. As you make your adjustment, make sure the most intense part of the headlight beam hits at or just below the vertical centerline you taped on the wall. Adjust the horizontal field.
What is the correct height for headlights?
If they are not even, use a tape measure to measure how far up the wall the lower mark is and lower the other center line marker to the same height. These center lines should be no higher than 3.5 feet (1.1 m) from the ground.