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Default 2005 S-Type Broken Headlight Manual Adjusters

I have broken manual adjusters on my 2005 S-type so the lamps dont seem to move when the adjusters are turned. Is there a way to fix this issue without shelling out $1500.00 a piece for a new R and L assembly?

I hear that this issue is fairly common.

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Won't the FAQ work for you?

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Won't the FAQ work for you?

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Thanks for your comments. I will give it a try!!

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Let us know how it goes!
 
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I don't think I have the same assembly. My lights are HID...if that matters.

The manual mechanisms are on the top of the headlight assembly.

I have taken some pictures but I am having trouble uploading them.
 
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Watch this video and skip to 54 secs. If your headlights move like I describe on the second headlight do the screw method in the video. If they are tight like the first headlight report back.
YouTube - ‪Fixing Drooping Headlights on S type R Jaguar‬‏
 
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Originally Posted by alaneyoung
I don't think I have the same assembly. My lights are HID...if that matters.

The manual mechanisms are on the top of the headlight assembly.

I have taken some pictures but I am having trouble uploading them.
Follow the newbie instructions to be able to do that.

Also, read the existing threads (which do apply).
 
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