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How do you align Mustang headlights?
Set the Camber
- To adjust the camber, insert shims on the upper control arm to move the mounting points in or out.
- Place a straight edge vertically on your wheel (NOT your tire) and set the measurement to roughly -0.5* to -1.25* on each side.
- You want these measurements as close side-to-side as possible.
Do you adjust headlights on high or low beam?
The top of the low beam shining on the wall should be at or slightly below the height of the center of the headlight lens for most vehicles. You should expect the light pattern to be higher on the right side (passenger side) to illuminate road signs and lower on the driver’s side to prevent blinding other drivers.E
How do you align a classic Mustang?
On ’64¼-’66 Mustangs, the camber adjustment takes place on the upper control arm. For ’67-’73 Mustangs, the adjustment happens at the lower control arm via an eccentric washer….Let’s Get This Straight.
| Mustangs Etc. Alignment Specs | |
|---|---|
| For all stock frontends with radial tires | |
| Camber: | 1/4-degree negative |
How do I adjust my headlights at home?
Clockwise turns should raise the lights, while counterclockwise turns should lower the lights. Turn the headlights on after adjusting and look at the light pattern on the wall. The top of the most intense part of the beam should be even with, or just below the center of the line of tape you made.
How high should headlights be off the ground?
Make sure the lights are level. These center lines should be no higher than 3.5 feet (1.1 m) from the ground.
What do you need to adjust the headlights on a Mustang?
Adjustment procedure is on all three models of Mustangs is very easy and only requires a dark setting and a headlight adjusting tool/wrench. The headlight adjusting wrench/tool is needed for the 87-93 Mustang headlights and the 94-98 Mustang headlights. On the 99-04 Mustang you only need to have a Philips Screwdriver.
Where are the hex screws on a headlight housing?
Adjust the Hex screws on your driver’s side headlight housing assembly using a Phillip’s screwdriver. Doing so will allow you to adjust the positioning of your driver’s side headlight beam to your desired angle. The bolts are located along the top of the housing assembly, as depicted below.
Where is the correct place to adjust the headlight?
Your headlights should be even. If you need to adjust either headlight going side-to-side (known as a horizontal alignment), adjust the bolt located near the corner of your headlight accordingly. Otherwise, it won’t be necessary to make any adjustments to this bolt using your Phillip’s screwdriver.