Chevrolet 1997 Automobile User Manual


 
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NOTICE:
To
make sure your headlamps are aimed
properly, read all the instructions before
beginning. Failure to follow these instructions
could cause damage
to
headlamp parts.
State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of
plus 0.76 degrees or minus 0.76 degrees from the center
of
the bubble.
It
is
recommended that the upper limit
not
exceed plus
0.4
degrees from the center
of
the bubble. Other drivers
may flash their high beams at
you
if
your
adjustment is
much above plus
0.4
degrees.
If
you find that the headlamp aiming needs adjustment,
follow these steps:
To
adjust the aim of your headlamps:
1.
Move your vehicle to a level surface. Use a spirit level
to be sure. Be sure to remove any items that
are
not
part
of
your original equipment from the trunk and
passenger areas. No one should be seated in the vehicle
and
your
fuel tank should be about half full. Check to
be sure your tires are at the correct pressure.
There are four headlamps. Each one has its own
vertical and horizontal aim position indicator. Each
indicator has its own aiming screw.
A. Vertical Indicator
B.
Horizontal Indicator
C. Vertical Aiming Screw
D.
Horizontal Aiming Screw
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