Headlights — alignment (Audi 80 B3)

1. Headlight alignment should ideally be performed by an Audi dealer using special equipment, but in a pinch, acceptable adjustment can be achieved as follows.

2. Install the car (net weight, properly inflated tires), on a flat surface against a wall or garage door.

3. Draw a horizontal line on the wall or door at the height of the center of the headlights. Draw a vertical line corresponding to the center line of the car, then measure horizontal lines from this point in any direction corresponding to the centers of the headlights.

4. Move the car back to a distance of approximately 10 meters from the wall or door. Turn on the high beam, the areas of maximum illumination should coincide with the marks of the center of the headlights.

5. Adjust the headlights using the Allen key through the upper inspection holes. The outer screw adjusts the height, the inner screw adjusts the horizontal position (photo). Turning the outer screw clockwise lowers the light beam. Note that some models are equipped with a height adjustment knob on the back of the headlight, this is used for adjustment when carrying heavy loads (photo). Some models also have an electric adjustment system.