Headlights and Fog Lights (Check Alignment)
- Tesla uses different types of headlights on Model 3/Model Y. See below image for headlight identification. The SAE/ECE headlight (1) has a different reflector and lens design compared to the Global headlight (2).
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Tesla's factory specification for headlight and fog light inclination is
-1%. Check local regulations for individual country's tolerance on this
value.
The factory headlight alignment specification Is stamped onto
the headlight/fog light 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) Figure 3. Inclination value stamped on fog light - 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 alignment check and should only be used by trained personnel.
- When checking headlight aiming, make sure to use the alignment markers on the headlight for vertical and horizontal alignment.
- Details on Tesla's headlight and fog light alignment check procedures can be found in following sections.