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Converting headlights for use when driving on the left or right
Converting headlights for use when driving on the left or right
To avoid dazzling oncoming traffic with the asymmetrical lights, both headlights should be converted (driving on the left or right) for the country in which the vehicle is being driven.
  Note
t  Before working on gas discharge headlights, always switch off the headlights and remove the ignition key.
t  The procedure for converting the headlights is the same for both sides and is described as follows using the left headlight as an example.
–  Remove headlight → Chapter.
   
–  Turn cover cap -1- in direction of -arrow- and remove.
  WARNING
t  Within the glass bulb of a gas discharge bulb, pressure can range from between 7 bar (cold) and 100 bar (hot). Temperatures can reach up to 700 degrees Celsius on the glass bulb. The reflector is equally as hot.
t  There is a risk of injury from burning.
t  Always allow the headlight to cool for a sufficient period of time.
  N94-10263
–  Push control lever -1- in desired position - A- or -B-.
Control lever -1- up = driving on left -A-
Control lever -1- down = driving on right -B-
  Caution
When installing cover cap, ensure cap is seated correctly. The ingress of water will lead to permanent damage to the headlight.
–  Seal headlight housing using cover cap and secure in place by applying twisting motion.
–  Install headlight → Chapter.
–  Check headlight functions.
–  Check headlight setting and adjust headlight as necessary → Booklet38.
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