Headlight adjustment question

[particlewave]

Originally Posted by rdymond

OK will fabricate a tool and try this technique on the left (white) side. Did you have a tool for the right (black) side as well?

At this point the headlight sits on the white socket only when the white twist knob is unlocked and its keys are visible above the black mount.

First off, you're asking a question on a 6 year old post. I seriously doubt "Gent" ever checks this site anymore

Second, no need for a special tool. Remove the 2 main bulbs so you can stick your fingers through in order to pull back on the reflector and re-seat the ball and socket joints. Wear a latex glove or similar so that you don't leave fingerprints on the inside of the reflector.

Super simple and takes all of 30 seconds...I do it all the time.

[rdymond]

Originally Posted by particlewave

Remove the 2 main bulbs so you can stick your fingers through in order to pull back on the reflector and re-seat the ball and socket joints. Wear a latex glove or similar so that you don't leave fingerprints on the inside of the reflector.

Super simple and takes all of 30 seconds...I do it all the time.

Thanks for the tip @particlewave will try it. At this point the ball is in the socket and the lights are working. The issue is the white twist knob is not locked in place, it sits up so the internal spring is engaged. Putting it into the lock position allows the reflector to become loose. Seems like a hack.

Btw thanks for posting the vid on removing the top of the light housing. Convinced me to not do that and find another way

[particlewave]

Not sure I'm following...

When you lock the twist lock, it disengages the other white ball and socket joint? Can you post a picture?

[rdymond]

Originally Posted by particlewave

Not sure I'm following...

When you lock the twist lock, it disengages the other white ball and socket joint? Can you post a picture?

Yes. Will post a pic tomorrow.