US version: Check/position the horizontal blocking when headlight is replaced (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)

NOTE: Before installing the new headlamp, make sure that the headlamp adjustment screw for lateral adjustment is secured against tampering with a plug.

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))

Measure:

Install headlight

After installation, check vertical headlamp setting and correct if necessary

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Result:

No plug is fitted in the horizontal adjustment screw (1) (schematic diagram)

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Measure:

Mark the position of the horizontal adjustment screw to identify a possible adjustment of the adjustment screw after mounting the horizontal lock (schematic diagram).

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Insert the headlamp-specific plug (1) into the adjustment screw (2) without damage (schematic diagram)

Attention: After installing the plug (1), check the correct position of the adjustment screw (2) according to the markings applied and correct if necessary.

Install headlight

After installation, check vertical headlamp setting and correct if necessary

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