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How to Adjust the Headlights on the Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Headlight

In this short but informative tutorial, you will see how to adjust the front headlights on the Volkswagen Golf, an extremely simple and quick operation. To do this, you will only need an 8mm Allen key. As you can see, after opening the bonnet, you will find three holes on the upper edge of each headlight containing bolts: the innermost one adjusts the beam vertically, while the outer one adjusts it horizontally. Proceed by inserting the key into the two holes and turning it in both directions until you reach the desired position.

Updated on 7 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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