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Adjusting headlights

Posted: Mon May 23, 2011 9:23 am
by GertM
When I bought my Pajero, it did not come with an owners manual. I did however ordered one from the dealers and that will only arrive from Japan in 3 weeks time.

In the meantime, I would like to adjust the headlights to a lower position as I am lighting up the skies when on dim, but I don't know how and where. Help please? I also want to change the bulbs to Nightbreakers but I cannot get the plugs off, no matter how hard I pull. Is there a secret little catch or what?

Thanks in advance

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Mon May 23, 2011 9:32 am
by 4ePikanini
My manual is still at my dad's place. I'll try and upload a pic as soon as I get it. I'll also quickly go and check what's the procedure.

Gen3 right?

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Mon May 23, 2011 9:53 am
by 4ePikanini
there is a black tab that you need to press and then pull the connector out.

This picture is of the connector by the light closest to the airbox. The clip is then on the side that points towards the radiator. Push that tab in towards the light fitting connector and at the same time pull the connector out. It may need some coaxing if it hasn't moved in a while.

Spray then with some Q20 and refit once you have replaced the bulb. (The bulb has the usual spring clip to hold it in)

NB : NEVER touch the bulb with your fingers. Use toilet paper.
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Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Mon May 23, 2011 1:39 pm
by GertM
Thanks Marius, I thought it was something like that. I will go and have a look. It is the same as most other cars.

Got anything on the adjusting of the (low or dipped) beam?

Gert

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Mon May 23, 2011 1:47 pm
by Bush
Thanx guys, this has just helped me too!

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Mon May 23, 2011 2:27 pm
by 4ePikanini
GJM wrote:Thanks Marius, I thought it was something like that. I will go and have a look. It is the same as most other cars.

Got anything on the adjusting of the (low or dipped) beam?

Gert
I'll have my manual soon and then I'll post a pic of the procedure IF it's in the manual. Otherwise I'll have to investigate.

BUMP this thread about Thursday or Friday to remind me.

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Mon May 23, 2011 7:02 pm
by JohanV
Its in the Owners handbook under the section "For emergencies" - Replacement of lamp bulbs (8-30) - (8-40)

tried to take a picture but it blurs to much.

i will scan it tomorrow and post it for future ref :)

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Tue May 24, 2011 7:34 am
by JohanV
Hi,

Download the Pajero Workshop Manual from http://www.mitsubishilinks.com/

section 54A-38 shows the headlamp assembly

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Tue May 24, 2011 9:23 am
by GertM
Dankie Johan. Ek het reg gekom en sommer ook die handleiding afgelaai :D

Re: Adjusting headlights

Posted: Tue May 24, 2011 9:29 am
by SimonB
Remember we have a comprehensive set of workshop manuals at https://www.pajeroclub.co.za/documentation

If you find manuals that are NOT there, please let me have them.