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Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual

Automatic Headlamp Leveling Check Using GDS

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Initialization and diagnostic procedure using GDS equipment. The following is a summary of the A/S procedure using GDS.
No. Procedure
1 Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2 Check tires.
3 IGN1 ON.
4 Low beam headlamps on.
5 Communication with Diagnostic Tool
6 Initial command from diagnostic tool
7 Clear trouble code
8 IGN1 OFF → ON
9 Reconnect to diagnostic tool
10 Check HLLD output value as 15% and DTC
11 Operate the leveling device by diagnostic tool command
12 Headlamp Mechanical Initial Aiming

  1. Select the vehicle model and "Headlamp Adjustment".
  2. GDS can forcibly operate the actuator, monitor input/output values, and perform self-diagnosis.
  3. For the AHLS output function test, select "Actuation Test".
  4. Select "Parameter Setting and Zero Initial Position".
  5. Make sure the AHLS system is forcibly operated in the "Headlamp Leveling" menu.
  6. To check the headlamp leveling system trouble codes, select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes".

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