Headlights (Check Aiming)
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Tesla's factory specification
for headlight inclination is -1%. Check local regulations for individual
country's tolerances on this value.
The factory headlight aiming
specification Is stamped onto the headlight housing, but not always easy to
see. See images below for reference.
Figure 1. Inclination value stamped on headlight Figure 2. Inclination value stamped on headlight (zoomed in) - When checking headlight/fog light aiming, do not set the vehicle to the Adjust Headlights mode through the touchscreen. Doing so via creates a non standard headlight beam pattern. This function should not be used for the aiming check and should only be used by trained personnel for aiming adjustment.
- Details on Tesla's headlight and fog light aiming check procedures can be found in following section.