Content Source: 2021 GENERAL 4 1000 Owner’s Manual (9939898 R01) > Maintenance Chapter

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The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Lights

Poor lighting can result in reduced visibility when driving. Headlight and taillight lenses become dirty during normal operation. Clean lights frequently and replace burned out lamps promptly. Do not operate this vehicle at night or in low light conditions until the headlight is replaced. Always make sure lights are adjusted properly for best visibility.
When servicing a halogen lamp, don't touch the lamp with bare fingers. Oil from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp.

Headlight Replacement

If a headlight becomes damaged or inoperable, the entire headlight assembly must be replaced. Do not operate this vehicle at night or in low light conditions until the headlight is replaced. Always make sure lights are adjusted properly for best visibility.

Headlight Beam Adjustment

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  1. Place the vehicle on a level surface with the headlight approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a wall.
  2. Place the transmission in PARK.
  3. Measure the distance from the floor to the center of the headlight and make a mark on the wall at the same height.
  4. Apply the brakes. Start the engine. Turn on the headlights.
  5. Observe the headlight aim. The most intense part of the headlight beam should be aimed 8" (20 cm) below the mark placed on the wall. Include the weight of a rider on the seat while performing this step.
  6. If a headlight needs adjustment, locate the adjustment screw at the back of the headlight.
  7. Loosen the screw. Adjust the headlight, then tighten the screw.
  8. Repeat steps 5-7 until the lamp is properly adjusted.

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