The measurement results of the light distribution of the xenon headlight of a Skoda Octavia produced in 2010 serve as the example. In this case, too, prior to carrying out the test, the correct location for beamsetting is to be selected and all requirements met.
Light patterns / light distribution with acceptable adjustment.
- Low beam + high beam
- Beamsetter analog + digital
Figure 1
Figure 1: Vehicle front view
Light patterns - light distribution
Beamsetter / analog
Figure 2: - Low beam; xenon;
Figure 3: - High beam; halogen H1
Figure 2; Low beam; left
Figure 3; High beam; left
Light patterns - light distribution
Beamsetter / analog
Figure 4: - Low beam; xenon
Figure 5: - High beam; halogen H1;
Figure 4; Low beam; right
Figure 5; High beam; right
Skoda Octavia = xenon/ halogen - version
Beam setting: mechanical
D1S/H1
Hella article no.
8GS 009 028-111
8GH 002 089-xxx
The vehicle must stand on a level test surface and comply with country-specific regulations.
Observe the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions.
Headlamp adjustment location
Light patterns - light distribution
Beamsetter /
digital - camera-based
Figure 6: - Low beam; xenon;
Figure 7: - High beam; halogen H1;
Figure 6; Low beam; left
Figure 7; High beam; left
Light patterns - light distribution
Beamsetter /
digital -- camera-based
Figure 8: - Low beam; xenon
Figure 9: - High beam; halogen H1;
Figure 8; Low beam; right
Figure 9; High beam; right
Important:
- Ensure correct battery voltage, connect charger if necessary (Figure 10).
Figure 11
Inclination 1%
Figure 10
Figure 11
Important:
- Perform visual inspection and technical check of headlamp.
Recommendation:
- Replace faulty light sources in pairs
Beamsetter IV -- analog --
Beamsetter V – digital --
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