2025-04-25

Light - Fog - Front (Adjust)

Correction code 17404000 0.20 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so.NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2025-04-24: Updated adjustment procedures, both using a wall and using a headlight tester.

Adjust the Fog Lights Using a Wall

Special tools required for this procedure:

  • 1133569-00-A Pliers, Clip Removal
  1. Apply tape on a wall at a height of 37.5 cm (14.7 in) from the floor (distance X).
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    Note
    For best results, choose a dark working area with low ambient lighting.
  2. Apply tape to the floor, parallel to the wall, at a distance of 4 m (13.1 ft) from the wall.
  3. Position the vehicle perpendicular to the wall, aligning the vehicle front fascia with the tape on the floor.
  4. Use a laser measure to measure the distance from the center of each front tire to the wall.
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    Note
    If the measured distances between the front tires differ more than 5 mm (0.2 in), the vehicle is not positioned sufficiently perpendicular to the wall. Reposition the vehicle until the measured distances are within a 5 mm (0.2 in) difference.
  5. Make sure that all tires are inflated to their recommended settings. Refer to the "Tire and Loading Information" label on the driver's side B-pillar.
  6. Make sure that the vehicle is powered up and that the exterior lights are set to "On" or "Auto".
  7. Turn on the front fog lights.
  8. Use fender covers (or similar) to completely cover both headlights.
  9. Check the front fog lights beam projections on the wall. The fog lights beam projections should be aligned at the same height, and tangent to (touching) the reference line on the wall.
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    Note
    Do not sit in the vehicle, as this will affect fog light height.
  10. Adjust the fog light(s) as required.
    1. Release the push clips (x3) that attach the LH front wheel arch liner to the vehicle.
    2. Fold back the front portion of the wheel arch liner to access the LH front fog light adjuster.
    3. Insert a #2 Phillips head (100 mm/4 in) screwdriver into the adjustment screw, and adjust the fog light vertically to specification.
  11. Repeat the previous step on the RH fog light, as required.
  12. Reinstall the push clips (x3) that attach the LH and RH front wheel liners to the fascia.
  13. Turn off the lights and remove the covers from the head lights.

Adjust the Fog Lights Using a Headlight Tester

Special tools required for this procedure:

  • 1133569-00-A Pliers, Clip Removal
  • 1133367-00-A Headlight Tester, Beissbarth, Model 815
  1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Make sure that all tires are inflated to their recommended settings. Refer to the "Tire and Loading Information" label on the driver's side B-pillar.
  3. Ensure that the vehicle is powered up and that the exterior lights are set to "On" or "Auto".
  4. Turn on the fog lights.
  5. Set up the Headlight Tester, Beissbarth, Model 815 (1133367-00-A). See one of the following:
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    Use the knobs on the base of the headlight tester tool to level the tool. The bubble must be entirely inside of the center ring to level the tool.
  6. Click OK.
  7. On the headlight tester tool Settings1 Fog Light screen, set the Inclinat. to -1.0%.
  8. On the headlight tester tool Settings2 Fog Light screen, select Yes to set up the fog light test.
  9. On the headlight tester tool Settings2 Fog Light screen, select LED.
  10. Click OK.
  11. On the headlight tester tool, select the Laser icon in the lower right corner of the screen.
  12. Adjust the headlight tester tool horizontal and vertical position to place the headlight laser guide crosshair over the center of the LH fog light.
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    The headlight tester tool should be positioned ~300 mm from the surface of the LH fog light lens. Adjust the headlight tester tool height as necessary to match the center point of the fog light. Operating range for the tester is 200-500 mm.
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    Do not sit in the vehicle, as this will affect fog light height.
  13. Turn off the laser guide.
  14. To begin the fog light test, select the LH fog light icon on the headlight tester tool touchscreen, and then select the fog light button at the bottom of the screen.
  15. Adjust the fog light as required.
    1. Release the push clips (x3) that attach the LH front wheel arch liner to the vehicle.
    2. Fold back the front portion of the wheel arch liner to access the LH front fog light adjuster.
    3. Insert a #2 Phillips head (100 mm/4 in) screwdriver into the adjustment screw, and adjust the fog light vertically to specification.
    4. On the headlight tester tool, select Save to record the results.
  16. Roll the headlight tester tool to the RH fog light, and repeat step 12 to 15 as required.
  17. When both fog lights have been tested, select the Save icon on the headlight tester tool again to view the test results.
  18. Reinstall the push clips (x3) that attach the LH/RH front wheel liners to the fascia.
  19. Turn off the lights and remove the covers from the head lights.