2005 Santa Fe Headlights

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Norm - 24 Jun 2005 12:35 GMT

Just had my 05 Santa Fe in for the first service.

I mentioned a problem with the low beams, they seem low on the road and
cut off at the top.

Service manager said they are factory set and not adjustable. I find this
hard to believe.

Does anyone have any additional info?

TIA

Norm

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hyundaitech - 24 Jun 2005 23:17 GMT

Your headlamps have vertical adjusters. I'm not certain whether they have
horizontal adjusters (they may be covered to prevent tampering). These
headlamps have a wide beam that isn't very tall. It's possible if your
previous car was 5 or more years old that you're just not familiar with
the pattern. But it's also possible that the bulbs are installed
incorrectly or the lamps are aimed improperly.

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Norm - 24 Jun 2005 23:40 GMT

> Your headlamps have vertical adjusters. I'm not certain whether they have
> horizontal adjusters (they may be covered to prevent tampering). These
> headlamps have a wide beam that isn't very tall. It's possible if your
> previous car was 5 or more years old that you're just not familiar with
> the pattern. But it's also possible that the bulbs are installed
> incorrectly or the lamps are aimed improperly.

Thank you.

Short of buying a shop manual, can you recommend any sites that might
explain this procedure?

Norm

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hyundaitech - 25 Jun 2005 21:08 GMT

To aim them correctly, you'll need a headlamp aiming machine. I would
think shops in your state which do state inspections should have one.

If you're within 1 year/12k miles, this adjustment should be covered by
your warranty. Make sure your dealer has an opportunity to do this and
that you get it on paper if they say they can't. Then call Hyundai
customer assistance. Your chances of reimbursement without doing this are
near zero.

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