2025-10-02
SAE Headlights - Adjust (Model Y Standard) (Wall Method)
Correction code
NEW
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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com.
NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.
Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT.
Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety
requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and
components.
- 2025-10-01: Released new procedure.
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Park vehicle on a flat level surface
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Mark Center line on wall
NoteProject a laser perpendicular to wall onto center point of vehicle, then mark a center-line on wall
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Apply tape to floor 25' (7.6m) from wall
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Measure distance from center of both front wheels to wall
NoteIf equal, this ensures vehicle is perpendicular to wall, If not equal, re-position vehicle accordingly, maximum difference between left and right is 3 mm
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Create horizontal wall marker
NoteApply tape to wall 30.5" (78 cm) from ground
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Create vertical wall markers
NoteMeasure 31." (79cm) from the center line and apply vertical tape on both sides of center-line
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Identify and tape center location of vehicle
NoteUsing the front camera as a guide, apply a piece of tape going vertically to signify center
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Open LH front door
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Lower LH front window
- Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_ENTER-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
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Enter headlight aiming mode through UI
Notevia Controls > Service > Adjust Headlights
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Completely cover RH headlight
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Adjust LH headlight
NoteSelect "Left" then use left scroll wheel on steering wheel to adjust beam level, Adjust LH headlight horizontal and vertical beam to align with left L-shaped indicator on the screen, Adjust vertical aim to align with "A" and "B", Do not sit in vehicle as this will affect headlamp height
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Remove cover from RH headlight and completely cover LH headlight
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Adjust RH headlight
NoteSelect "Right" then use left scroll wheel on steering wheel to adjust beam level, Adjust RH headlight horizontal and vertical beam to align with right L-shaped indicator on the screen, Adjust vertical aim to align with "A" and "B", Do not sit in vehicle as this will affect headlamp height
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Exit headlight adjustment mode from center display
NoteSelect X located at top left of display
- Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_EXIT-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
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Remove cover from LH headlight
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Raise LH front window
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Close LH front door