Fog Light Aiming

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Subaru Outback and 2007 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before checking the fog light beam level, be sure of the following:

The area around the fog light has not sustained any accident, damage or other type of deformation.
Vehicle is parked on a level surface.
The inflation pressure of tires is correct.
Vehicle's fuel tank is fully filled.

Bounce the vehicle several times to normalize the suspension.
Make certain that someone is seated in the driver's seat.
Adjust the fog light pattern by inserting a Philips screwdriver to the aiming screw hole.
NOTE: Perform the adjustment after removing the front fog light cover.

Except for OUTBACK model

Fig 1: Locating Philips Screwdriver
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OUTBACK model

Fig 2: Locating Aiming Screw Hole
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Fig 3: Fog Light Aiming Dimension
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FOG LIGHT REFERENCE CHART

h mm (in) at 3 m (10 ft)

40 (1.58)