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Automatic Headlamp Control, Checking Functionality

NOTE:

The automatic headlamp control is also called automatic headlamps.

Checking in Daylight or Brightness

-- Switch on the ignition.

-- Turn the headlamp switch -4- to the automatic headlamp control position -2-.

Fig 1: Headlamp Switch
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The headlamp should not come on when it is bright.

Checking at Night or in Darkness

Rain/Light Recognition Sensor is secured to rearview mirror bracket.

Fig 2: Locating Rain/Light Recognition Sensor
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Rain/Light Recognition Sensor is located in upper center area of front windshield -arrow-.

-- Cover the base of the interior rearview mirror -arrow- with your hand or some suitable object.

The decrease in light is measured and the headlamps are switched on.

-- Turn the headlamp switch -4- to O -1- and turn off the ignition.

Fig 3: Headlamp Switch
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