Changing/aiming the headlight bulbs
Difficulty: 1/5
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Introduction

How to change your headlights and aim the beam.

Procedure

Required materials:
See light bulb reference guide for correct replacement bulb:  1000q: light bulb reference guide
screwdriver or pliers

Caution:  do not touch the bulb glass with your fingers.  Grease and oils from your skin will damage the bulb.  If you do touch the glass, wipe the bulb clean with rubbing alcohol.

Pry the 2 metal clips towards the outside edge with a screwdriver or thin pliers.  Note:  in these pictures, the battery box and intake have been removed for clarity.

Unplug bulb, replace with new bulb.

Aiming headlights

This is best done at night. Park your car against a flat, even surface such as a garage door or wall.  Note where the light beam falls.  Turn the screw to adjust.  That's it!