US version: Remove the horizontal blocking before adjusting the headlamp (530i 2017-2022, 530i xDrive 2017-2022, 530e PHEV 2018-2022, 530e xDrive PHEV 2018-2022, 540i 2017-2022, 540i xDrive 2017-2022, M550i xDrive 2018-2022)

Required special tools: 

• 23 0 490

Check: 

Check the adjustment screw for horizontal adjustment for blocking (schematic diagram) For the precise location of the adjusting screws, if necessary, refer to the vehicle-specific service information for the headlamp setting)

Desired state: 

The adjustment screw for side adjustment must be blocked with a plug (1) (schematic diagram)

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Result: 

Plug (1) is mounted in the horizontal adjustment screw (schematic diagram))

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Plug (1) has damage/deformation on ribs/bore,  which suggest possible manipulation of the headlamp setting

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Measure: 

Remove blockage from horizontal adjustment screw In order to prevent damage to the vehicle, the impact weight (2) of the special tool 23 0 490 must be fixed close to the handle with adhesive tape (1).

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Screw special tools 23 0 490 into plugs and remove them from the adjusting screw by pulling (schematic diagram)

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Result: 

Plug (1) is mounted in the horizontal adjustment screw and has no damage/deformation  suggesting possible manipulation of the headlamp setting (schematic diagram)

Measure: 

No check or adjustment of the horizontal adjustment necessary

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