How to AIM FJ Cruiser Headlights????

Wangankin · 07-03-2007, 12:11 AM

Is it possible to aim the FJ Cruiser headlights?

I am tired of blinding people and birds after my lift. I've been looking all around I dont see any light adjustment screws or anything. Any info would be great, out of all the FJ Cruisers that are lifted it makes me wonder did everyone just leave their headlights the way they ended up?

Thanks,

Jonathan

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***Corey*** · 07-03-2007, 01:32 AM

I left mine at the factory setting, and I never get any signs from anyone telling me they are to bright.

I can look in the FSM though to see if there is a snippet on how to aim, but that will have to be tonight or on the 4th when I can get around to that.

Wangankin · 07-03-2007, 09:33 AM

Corey, that would be awsome! Yeah whenever you get a chance please look it up and let me know, I don't want to drive my truck at night because of my headlight issue! Oh by the way, can you give me the part# to the FSM, I think I need to purchase one!

Thanks,

Jonathan!

***Corey*** · 07-03-2007, 10:21 AM

Or...
You could get it here.
I have both the HUGE one listed here, and also an older one.

The newer on listed here looks to be the whole thing.
I have it, but have not burned it to CD to see how it works.

The older one I have opens up into your default Internet browser when you insert the CD into your PC.

http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forum...-diagrams.html

Silverdusk · 07-04-2007, 08:49 AM

There is a headlight adjustment channel on the top of the cover. It is a hole and you can actually see the bolt. All You Need Is A Long Flat Head Screwdriver. The bolt sits on a cam just like the one on a hose clamp. Turn it clockwise To Go Down, Counterclockwise to go up.

To aim them it's a bit more difficult.

The adjustment screws are on the back of the headlight assembly. The repair manual seems to require you to remove the grille, the entire light assembly (turn signal and all and including the body color plastic filler under the light) and then adjust the lights, put them back on, check the alignment, take them off, adjust them again, and keep doing this until they are correct, and then re install grille. Of course this all involves the now standard fragile plastic claws in addition to normal fasteners, and requires prying, etc, without managing to scuff or damage anything.

Hope that helps!

Dan

Wangankin · 07-04-2007, 10:36 AM

Hey guys you all

(rock).

I downloaded the FSM yesterday (all day long) and I saw that. I took the headlightout and stuff... Then I put it back together... For future reference no one has to take it off to adjust headlights. Just need long philips screw driver. You can access them through the top bracket onto the radiator support. There is a plastic bracket with a hole in it that goes straight down to bottom adjuster. The top adjuster has a plastic cover which concealed it from me. for a long time. I got it but only after hours of rigging up fixes like sanding the bracket to let me manually aim the whole assembly etc etc... :'(

I appreciate all the help.

ROMAD · 07-04-2007, 05:30 PM

Wow!! Lots of good info in that other post!

Be sure and check out this site as well:
http://brockandbecca.com/files/fj/

Lots of good stuff in there as well including the 843 page repair manual

Belize Off Road Team · 07-19-2007, 03:12 PM

the FSM is like a holy bible to me. It has helped out on numerous occations. And i think it will for the rest of the time i own a 91 4Runner.

07-03-2007, 01:32 AM	#2 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,615	I left mine at the factory setting, and I never get any signs from anyone telling me they are to bright. I can look in the FSM though to see if there is a snippet on how to aim, but that will have to be tonight or on the 4th when I can get around to that. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro "Hey Corey, where is my thread?" Missing your thread, then click here

07-03-2007, 10:21 AM	#4 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,615	Or... You could get it here. I have both the HUGE one listed here, and also an older one. The newer on listed here looks to be the whole thing. I have it, but have not burned it to CD to see how it works. The older one I have opens up into your default Internet browser when you insert the CD into your PC. http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forum...-diagrams.html __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro "Hey Corey, where is my thread?" Missing your thread, then click here

07-04-2007, 08:49 AM	#5 (permalink)
Silverdusk Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 14	There is a headlight adjustment channel on the top of the cover. It is a hole and you can actually see the bolt. All You Need Is A Long Flat Head Screwdriver. The bolt sits on a cam just like the one on a hose clamp. Turn it clockwise To Go Down, Counterclockwise to go up. To aim them it's a bit more difficult. The adjustment screws are on the back of the headlight assembly. The repair manual seems to require you to remove the grille, the entire light assembly (turn signal and all and including the body color plastic filler under the light) and then adjust the lights, put them back on, check the alignment, take them off, adjust them again, and keep doing this until they are correct, and then re install grille. Of course this all involves the now standard fragile plastic claws in addition to normal fasteners, and requires prying, etc, without managing to scuff or damage anything. Hope that helps! Dan __________________ My FJ Mods ~ Tread Lightly Member ~ Light Brackets Mod ~ G4 Club-Frozen Dinners ~ Shovel and Axe Mod ~ Curtain Divider Mod ~ Hill Climbing

07-04-2007, 05:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
ROMAD Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 223	Wow!! Lots of good info in that other post! Be sure and check out this site as well: http://brockandbecca.com/files/fj/ Lots of good stuff in there as well including the 843 page repair manual __________________ 2008 FJC :-)

07-19-2007, 03:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,752	the FSM is like a holy bible to me. It has helped out on numerous occations. And i think it will for the rest of the time i own a 91 4Runner. __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 200,000kms l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Air Filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l Optima Blue Top l 12" JBL Subs l Alpine Type R l 80/100W Hella H4 l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l ARB Bull Bar l トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-03-2007, 09:33 AM	#3 (permalink)
Wangankin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of Commiefornia Posts: 9	Corey, that would be awsome! Yeah whenever you get a chance please look it up and let me know, I don't want to drive my truck at night because of my headlight issue! Oh by the way, can you give me the part# to the FSM, I think I need to purchase one! Thanks, Jonathan!

07-04-2007, 10:36 AM	#6 (permalink)
Wangankin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of Commiefornia Posts: 9	Hey guys you all (rock). I downloaded the FSM yesterday (all day long) and I saw that. I took the headlightout and stuff... Then I put it back together... For future reference no one has to take it off to adjust headlights. Just need long philips screw driver. You can access them through the top bracket onto the radiator support. There is a plastic bracket with a hole in it that goes straight down to bottom adjuster. The top adjuster has a plastic cover which concealed it from me. for a long time. I got it but only after hours of rigging up fixes like sanding the bracket to let me manually aim the whole assembly etc etc... :'( I appreciate all the help.

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