Headlights; Headlight Adjustment - Polaris RANGER 500 2017 Service Manual

HEADLIGHTS

HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT

The headlights are adjustable.
1. Place the vehicle on a level surface with the
headlight approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) (Item 1) from a
wall.
2. Measure the distance from the floor to the center of
the headlight (X 1 ) and make a mark on the wall at the
same height (X 2 ).
3. With the machine in Park and wheels chocked, start
the engine and turn the headlight switch on.
4. The most intense part of the headlight beam should
be aimed 8 in. (20 cm) (item 2) below the mark
placed on the wall in Step 2.
NOTICE
Rider weight must be included in the seat while
performing this procedure.
5. Locate the T25 Torx-head adjustment screw through
the wheel well (see illustration). Adjust the beam to
the desired position by loosening the adjustment
screw and moving the lamp to the appropriate
height.
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6. Once the beam is set to the position, tighten the
adjustment screw. Repeat the procedure to adjust
the other headlight.
WARNING
Due to the nature of light utility vehicles and where they
are operated, headlight lenses become dirty. Frequent
washing is necessary to maintain lighting quality. Riding
with poor lighting can result in severe injury or death.
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