Headlamp light patterns / light distribution | HELLA

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%

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Figure 11

Important:

- Perform visual inspection and technical check of headlamp.

Recommendation:

- Replace faulty light sources in pairs

Beamsetter IV -- analog --

Beamsetter V – digital --