How to Aim Auxiliary Lights?

To aim auxiliary lights properly, follow these steps:

1. Identify the type of auxiliary lights you have: fog lights or driving lights. The mounting and aiming procedures may differ slightly for each type.

2. Mounting fog lights:
- Typically, fog lights are mounted under the front bumper, about 25 to 60 centimeters from the ground.
- Ensure that the lights are securely installed and aligned properly.

3. Mounting driving lights:
- Generally, driving lights are mounted above the front bumper, around 35 to 75 centimeters from the ground to provide extra high-beam illumination.
- Mounting them below the bumper is possible, but it may reduce their effectiveness.

4. Aiming fog lights:
- Park your vehicle on a level surface, approximately 8 meters away from a wall.
- Measure the distance between the center of the fog light and the ground.
- Mark a horizontal line on the wall at the measured height.
- Adjust the aim so that the top of the fog light beam is 10 centimeters below the lamp center at 8 meters, with the lamp facing straight forward.
- This adjustment helps minimize glare for both the driver and oncoming traffic while maximizing light on the road.

5. Aiming driving lights:
- Park your vehicle on a level surface, approximately 8 meters away from a wall.
- Measure the distance between the center of the driving light and the ground.
- Mark a horizontal line on the wall at the measured height.
- Adjust the aim so that the center of the driving beam's hot spot is 4 centimeters below the lamp center at 8 meters, with the lamp facing straight forward.
- This adjustment helps optimize the range and effectiveness of the driving lights.

Note: The aiming instructions provided here are based on common practices and the Society of Automotive Engineers (S.A.E.) standards J583 (for fog lights) and J581 (for driving lights). However, it's important to consider local regulations and make modifications as necessary to minimize glare and ensure compliance with specific laws in your area.