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Automotive Mechatronics Technology  ·  Level 6
Motor Vehicle Preventive Maintainance
Chapter 8: Align electronic headlamp
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⚑ What you will be able to do

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Park a vehicle safely on flat, level ground and aim the headlamps at a plain opaque target following workshop safety procedures.
  • Connect the vehicle’s OBD-II port to the Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and computer correctly, following the manufacturer’s specifications.
  • Access the headlamp controls using the controller and computer safely and correctly according to manufacturer standards.
  • Align the headlamps accurately to meet the manufacturer’s alignment standards.

Mastering these skills ensures your vehicle’s headlamps are perfectly aligned for safe driving at night, keeping you and others on the road protected.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Identify and Explain Components of an Electronic Headlamp System

Automotive Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Motor Vehicle Preventive Maintainance
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 3 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Identify and explain the main components of an electronic headlamp system fitted on a vehicle, including the headlamp unit, control module, wiring harness, and sensors.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
MultimeterService manual for the vehicle electronic headlamp system
Insulated screwdrivers setPersonal protective equipment (overall, safety boots, gloves, goggles)
Digital camera or smartphone
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Operational vehicle with electronic headlamp system1 Pc per Candidate
2Service manual for the vehicle electronic headlamp system1 copy per Candidate
3Multimeter1 Pc per 2 Candidates
4Insulated screwdrivers set1 set per Candidate
5Digital camera or smartphone for documentation1 Pc per Candidate
6Personal protective equipment (overall, safety boots, gloves, goggles)1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Identification and Explanation of Electronic Headlamp Components
Wore personal protective equipment (overall, gloves, safety boots, goggles)
(Award 1 mark for each PPE worn or zero)		4
Parked the vehicle on a flat surface and chocked the wheels
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Opened the vehicle hood safely to access the headlamp system
(Award 1 mark or zero)		1
Identified the headlamp unit (bulb housing, lens, reflector)
(Award 1 mark each for correctly identifying 3 main parts)		3
Located and explained the function of the electronic control module for headlamp operation
(Award 3 marks for correct identification and explanation or zero)		3
Identified the wiring harness connected to the headlamp and explained its role
(Award 3 marks for correct identification and explanation or zero)		3
Used the multimeter correctly to test for voltage supply at the headlamp connector
(Award 2 marks for correct connection, 2 marks for correct voltage reading or zero)		4
Identified sensors related to the headlamp system such as ambient light sensor or leveling sensor
(Award 3 marks for correct identification and explanation or zero)		3
Documented findings using digital camera or smartphone
(Award 2 marks for clear and complete photographic documentation or zero)		2
Closed the vehicle hood safely after inspection
(Award 1 mark or zero)		1
Sub-Total26
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Correct identification and explanation of all main electronic headlamp components according to the service manual
(Award marks based on completeness and accuracy of component identification and explanation)		14
Sub-Total14
GRAND TOTAL40
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Prepare Vehicle for Electronic Headlamp Alignment

Automotive Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Motor Vehicle Preventive Maintainance
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Prepare the vehicle for electronic headlamp alignment by adjusting tire pressure to 32 psi, ensuring vehicle load is balanced, and positioning the vehicle on a flat surface as per the service manual.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Tyre pressure gaugePersonal protective equipment
Vehicle jack and safety standsService manual
Wheel chocks
Measuring tape
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Vehicle with electronic headlamps and adjustable tire pressure1 Pc per Candidate
2Tyre pressure gauge (0-60 psi range)1 Pc per Candidate
3Vehicle jack and safety stands1 set per Candidate
4Wheel chocks2 Pcs per Candidate
5Personal protective equipment (overall, gloves, safety boots, goggles)1 set per Candidate
6Service manual for vehicle make and model1 Copy per Candidate
7Measuring tape (minimum 3 meters)1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare Vehicle for Electronic Headlamp Alignment
Wore personal protective equipment: overall, gloves, safety boots, goggles
(Award 1 mark for each PPE worn or zero)		4
Parked vehicle on a flat surface and chocked the wheels securely
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Checked and adjusted tire pressure to 32 psi using a tyre pressure gauge
(Award 2 marks for correct measurement and 2 marks for correct adjustment)		4
Ensured vehicle load is balanced and within manufacturer’s specifications
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Positioned the vehicle correctly aligned and straight on the flat surface
(Award 3 marks or zero)		3
Referred to vehicle service manual for alignment preparation instructions
(Award 2 marks or zero)		2
Sub-Total18
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Vehicle is positioned on a flat surface with wheels chocked and straight
(Award 4 marks for correct positioning or zero)		4
Tire pressures adjusted uniformly to 32 psi as per manufacturer’s specifications
(Award 5 marks for correct and uniform tire pressure or zero)		5
Vehicle load is balanced according to manufacturer’s specifications
(Award 3 marks for correctly balanced load or zero)		3
Sub-Total12
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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🔒Measure headlamp beam pattern for alignmentPractical 4
🔒Adjust Horizontal Aim of Electronic HeadlampPractical 5
🔒Adjust Vertical Aim of Electronic HeadlampPractical 6
🔒Verify and Fine-Tune Electronic Headlamp Alignment on a VehiclePractical 7
🔒Test electronic headlamp function after alignment on a motor vehiclePractical 8
🔒Record electronic headlamp alignment results on a vehiclePractical 9
🔒Perform Safety Checks after Aligning Electronic HeadlampPractical 10
Am I competent?

At the start of this chapter we promised you would be able to:

  • Park a vehicle safely on flat, level ground and aim the headlamps at a plain opaque target following workshop safety procedures.
  • Connect the vehicle’s OBD-II port to the Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and computer correctly, following the manufacturer’s specifications.
  • Access the headlamp controls using the controller and computer safely and correctly according to manufacturer standards.
  • Align the headlamps accurately to meet the manufacturer’s alignment standards.

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

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