Headlamp aiming, Headlamp aiming -43 – Cadillac 2011 DTS User Manual

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Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011

To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do
the following:

1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the

vehicle that had the dead battery.

2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the

vehicle with the good battery.

3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the

vehicle with the good battery.

4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other

vehicle.

5. Return the remote positive (+) terminal cover to its

original position.

Headlamp Aiming

The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming
system. The aim has been preset at the factory and
should need no further adjustment.

However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the
headlamp aim may be affected and adjustment may be
necessary.

If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you, this
may also mean the vertical aim needs to be adjusted.

It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to your
dealer for service if the headlamps need to be re-aimed.
It is possible however, to re-aim the headlamps as
described.

Notice: To make sure the headlamps are aimed
properly, read all the instructions before beginning.
Failure to follow these instructions could cause
damage to headlamp parts.

The vehicle should:

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Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from
a light colored wall.

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Have all four tires on a level surface which is level
all the way to the wall.

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Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall.

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Not have any snow, ice, or mud on it.

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Be fully assembled and all other work stopped
while headlamp aiming is being performed.

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Be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and
one person or 160 lbs (75 kg) sitting on the
driver seat.

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Have all tires properly inflated.

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Have the spare tire is in its original location in the
vehicle.

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