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How do i adjust my headlights on my gto

Head lights too low how do i rais them

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Headlight adjustment only requires a screwdriver! You can adjust the vertical position of the headlights on the GTO. You can also adjust the fog lights. Instructions for both can be found here.

http://www.wikiauto.com/Pontiac-GTO-2004-2006-Headlight-and-Foglight-Adjustment.ashx?NoRedirect=1

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