Honda Civic Service Manual: Headlight Adjustment ('12-'13, '14: 4-door)

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Headlights become very hot during use; do not touch them or any
attaching hardware immediately after they have been turned off.
Before adjusting the headlights:
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Park the vehicle on a level surface.
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Make sure the tire pressures are correct.
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The driver or someone who weighs the same should
sit in the driver's seat (or use an equivalent weight).
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Unload the vehicle.
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Clean the outer lens so that you can see the center (A)
of the headlights.
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Park the vehicle in front of a wall or a screen (A).
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Turn the low beams ON.
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Determine if the headlights are aimed properly.
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Vertical adjustment:
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Measure the height of the headlights
(A).
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Adjust the upper edge of the cut line
(B) to the headlight's height.
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If necessary, open the hood and adjust the headlights
to local requirements by turning the adjuster.
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Removal
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Battery Terminal (SRS) - Disconnection
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Make s ...
842100
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component
locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs
or service.
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See also:
Honda Civic Owners Manual. Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk
Opening the trunk
Open the trunk all the way.
If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its
own weight.
Closing the trunk
Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to:
Avoid possible damage.
Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
Exhaust Gas Haz ...