Dorman - HELP Headlight Adjusting Screw P/N:42171
Keep your headlamps aimed where they belong with the Dorman headlight adjusting screw, part number 42124 from Dorman - HELP. Dorman built it to fit and work like the original screw that sets the headlamp's aim. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1976-1979 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1976-1979 Cadillac Seville and 1976-1978 Cadillac DeVille. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
A headlight adjusting screw is the adjuster used to position the headlamp and set its aim. A headlamp that won't hold its aim, or an adjuster that is stripped, seized, broken or missing, are signs this screw may need replacing. After installation, check and set headlamp aim as described in the vehicle's service information.
Interchange: 4006204 · 421242
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What does the Dorman 42124 headlight adjusting screw do?
It is the adjuster used to position the headlamp and set its aim, so the beam can be adjusted to the vehicle's specification.
Which vehicles does this headlight adjusting screw fit?
It fits many vehicles, including the 1976-1979 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1976-1979 Cadillac Seville and 1976-1978 Cadillac DeVille. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for your exact vehicle.
What are signs a headlight adjusting screw may need replacing?
A headlamp that won't hold its aim, or an adjusting screw that is stripped, seized, broken or missing, are common signs the screw may need replacing.
Should I re-aim the headlights after installing it?
Yes. Check and set headlamp aim after replacing an adjusting screw, following the procedure in your vehicle's service information.
Is it designed to match the original part?
Yes. Dorman engineered this screw to fit and work like the original part on the listed vehicles, replacing a screw that is missing or broken.
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