How to Adjust the Headlight Height of a Camry?

[NathanAnn]

The vehicle is equipped with a headlight height adjustment control device, allowing for manual adjustment of the headlight beam height. For vehicles with manual headlight height adjustment, the control device is located on the left side of the steering wheel. Rotate the adjustment gear to adjust the headlight height. Automatic headlight height adjustment is based on the vehicle's self-sensing mechanism for regulation.

[DeGenevieve]

Adjusting the headlight height on a Camry? I'm an expert at this! For older models, you can find the adjustment holes behind the headlight assembly. On the driver's side, turn the white hex knob clockwise to adjust the vertical angle, while there's another knob on the passenger side for horizontal adjustment. Remember to do this at night against a wall for precision—park 3 meters away from a flat surface and align the low-beam cutoff line at tire height. For newer models with auto-leveling, activate the vehicle's electrical system (without starting the engine) and use the thumbwheel below the left side of the steering wheel—the instrument cluster will display adjustment levels. Crucial reminder: Vehicles with modified suspension MUST readjust headlights, or you'll become that blinding 'high-beam jerk' endangering everyone! Having helped three neighbors with their Camrys, I've learned that foggy or aged headlight covers must be replaced first—otherwise, the beam pattern will scatter no matter how you adjust it.

[EmersynDella]

Last time I adjusted the headlights on my eighth-gen Camry by myself, and it was actually super easy. First, sit in the driver's seat and start the engine. There's a wheel marked with 0123 in the lighting control area below the left side of the steering wheel—rolling it will let you see the headlights move up and down in real time. When adjusting, it's most convenient to find a flat surface facing a garage roller door, keeping the light beam about 10 cm lower than the center of the headlights. If the electric adjustment fails, it might be a blown fuse—check the 15A blue fuse labeled HEADLIGHT in the engine compartment fuse box. Oh, and don’t overload the trunk, as a sagging rear end can cause the front headlights to automatically rise, turning them into high beams.

[DiErin]

New car owners take note: Adjusting the headlights on the 10th-gen Camry requires no tools at all! Simply navigate to Vehicle Settings - Lighting Options in the center console, and you'll find the headlight level adjustment on the second page. There are six levels (0-5): Level 0 projects the farthest, ideal for highways, while Level 3 is safest for city driving. The automatic slope compensation feature is incredibly thoughtful—when activated, an 'AUTO LEVELING' icon will appear on the instrument cluster. If you notice erratic beam height, check if the rear suspension height sensor (located near the left rear wheel) is clogged with mud. During car washes, remember to rinse the underbody sensor area with a high-pressure hose.