Can non-auto tilt lights be retro fitted with adjusters

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Can non-auto tilt lights be retro fitted with adjusters

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Hi

I'm trying to source new headlights (facelift carello types) as the little lugs on mine are broken that secure the light to the front panel. I see quite a few new lights on sale but they seem to be the ones that don't have the adjuster motor for the light level.

Is it possible to fit the auto tilt motor to the standard light unit?

Thanks

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Yes
"No the temperature gauge doesn't work........
we've driven 150 miles today........
the heater went cold last Thursday........
they check the level when it's serviced don't they?"
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planetc wrote:Yes
That's a very short & sweet answer mr. planetc.
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And its super easy!!!!
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Unless you happen to break one of the clips... :lol:
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Cavalier342 wrote:Unless you happen to break one of the clips... :lol:
The little ball socket thing you mean ?
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Hayward691 wrote:And its super easy!!!!

Is it just a case of removing the manual adjuster and slotting the motor in?
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iangsi wrote:
planetc wrote:Yes
That's a very short & sweet answer mr. planetc.
The question was can I, not how can I. To expand however, you'll find it easier if you remove the headlamp bulb and the sidelight bulb holder as it allows the motor to be fitted with less chance of breaking.
"No the temperature gauge doesn't work........
we've driven 150 miles today........
the heater went cold last Thursday........
they check the level when it's serviced don't they?"
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cavalier1990 wrote:
Cavalier342 wrote:Unless you happen to break one of the clips... :lol:
The little ball socket thing you mean ?
Yes, Hayward broke one when fitting it on Mikebmth's Cavalier once, he tugged it too hard...
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I was on my lunch break with no tools... Pretty sure I replaced it...
Carefully remove the manual adjuster...
I found it easier to fully adjust it until it popped out itself...

There is a ball/ball connector (that I broke... Take care!!!) that needs taking off the manual
And putting on the motor...

Then put the motor in...

I remove the bulb, stick my fingers in the hole (clean your minds!!)
To hold the reflector while popping the motor in.

Once you look you should see how easy it is :)

Easier to remove the lights as well :)
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Hayward691 wrote:I was on my lunch break with no tools... Pretty sure I replaced it...
Carefully remove the manual adjuster...
I found it easier to fully adjust it until it popped out itself...

There is a ball/ball connector (that I broke... Take care!!!) that needs taking off the manual
And putting on the motor...

Then put the motor in...

I remove the bulb, stick my fingers in the hole (clean your minds!!)
To hold the reflector while popping the motor in.

Once you look you should see how easy it is :)

Easier to remove the lights as well :)
Cheers. As a matter of course the lights are coming out anyhoo. I think I know the bits to change, I'll soon figure it out when I get in about it.
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