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Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System: Procedure: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When parts related to the auto headlight beam leveling system are removed or replaced, perform the following procedures to initialize or reinitialize.

NOTE: Before performing initialization or reinitialization, check the following:
  • Vehicle is parked on a level surface.
  • The inflation pressure of tires is correct.
  • Unload any cargo from the vehicle.
  • Vehicle's fuel tank is fully filled.
  • When determining whether to perform initialization or reinitialization, refer to the following:
INITIALIZATION OR REINITIALIZATION REFERENCE CHART

Initialization
  • When the headlight leveler control module has been replaced with a new part.
Reinitialization
  • When the headlight leveler control module has been replaced with a part from a different vehicle.
  • When suspension parts have been removed or replaced. (Crossmember, transverse link, lateral link, strut)
  • When the vehicle height sensor has been replaced or removed.