Inspect Automatic Light Control Sensor Circuit

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspect Automatic Light Control Sensor Circuit
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  1. Connector connected:Β 
      NOTE: Connect the wire harness side connector to the sensor and inspect wire harness side connector from the back side, as shown.
    • Ignition switch ON.
    • Light control switch AUTO.
    • Vehicle's surroundings are bright.
      Fig 1: Identifying Automatic Light Control Sensor Terminals (Back Side)
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