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Old 10-09-2008 | 06:16 PM
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hi all,
can anyone tell me how to aim my headlights down a bit....i don't see an obvious screw like most other cars.
Old 10-09-2008 | 06:56 PM
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from a previous thread...

Originally Posted by simon
NO NEED TO TAKE OFF THE GRILL. THERE ARE 2 SMALL SCREWS AT 10 AND 2:00. THESE ARE TORX BITS, BUT A SMALL FLATHEAD SCREWDRIVER WILL ALSO WORK.

THIS WAS DISCUSSED BEFORE (SEVERAL TIMES). PLEASE USE THE SEARCH FEATURE. DO A SEARCH FOR "HEADLIGHT" AND "ADJUST" AND YOU WILL SEE THE THREADS DONE PREVIOUSLY.
Old 10-10-2008 | 06:52 AM
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Use a Torx screwdriver roughly at the 10 o'clock (passenger's side) and 2 o'clock (driver's side) positions. You'll see a small notch in the grill where the screw is located (don't confuse it with another screw that's very close by but without a notch). A Torx bit in a bit holder won't fit without removing the grill, so a Torx screwdriver will make it easier (if you try the bit/bit holder, you'll soon learn why removing the grill is not a good option when it can be avoided!).

I'd confirm what size Torx screwdriver but, unfortunately, Craftsman did me the favor of not labeling the size, and the model I have (PN 41871) is no longer carried by Craftsman. I'm guessing it's a T30, but can't be certain. Grrr.

Bottom line: You can get a set for $10-30, depending on brand. Do it: You'll probably need Torx screwdrivers for other tasks in the future.
Old 10-10-2008 | 03:44 PM
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It's a Torx T-15 that fits the adjustor screw. I keep one in my cup holder. I've gradually adjusted my headlights downward from the factory adjustment. The lights are much better when you get them out of the trees and on the road.
Old 10-10-2008 | 06:14 PM
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I believe the procedure is in your owners manual, isn't it?
Old 10-11-2008 | 05:11 AM
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Originally Posted by GreytSilly
It's a Torx T-15 that fits the adjustor screw. I keep one in my cup holder. I've gradually adjusted my headlights downward from the factory adjustment. The lights are much better when you get them out of the trees and on the road.
Thanks, GreytSilly! I agree that they are better when pointing down a bit lower than the factory setting.
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Originally Posted by JackMac4
I believe the procedure is in your owners manual, isn't it?
The procedure to change a bulb is in there, but I couldn't find the adjustment procedure, Jack. You would have thought that when they tell you how to change a bulb that they'd describe adjusting it, huh? Regardless, as I'm certain you're aware, just adjusting does not require removing the grill, while changing the bulb does.
Old 10-11-2008 | 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
Use a Torx screwdriver roughly at the 10 o'clock (passenger's side) and 2 o'clock (driver's side) positions. You'll see a small notch in the grill where the screw is located (don't confuse it with another screw that's very close by but without a notch). A Torx bit in a bit holder won't fit without removing the grill, so a Torx screwdriver will make it easier (if you try the bit/bit holder, you'll soon learn why removing the grill is not a good option when it can be avoided!).

I'd confirm what size Torx screwdriver but, unfortunately, Craftsman did me the favor of not labeling the size, and the model I have (PN 41871) is no longer carried by Craftsman. I'm guessing it's a T30, but can't be certain. Grrr.

Bottom line: You can get a set for $10-30, depending on brand. Do it: You'll probably need Torx screwdrivers for other tasks in the future.
Great! Thanks for the info




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