Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Automatic Headlamp Control And Static Cornering Lamp, Checking Function
The automatic headlamp control is also called automatic headlamps.
Automatic Headlamp Control
- Vehicle must be in daylight.
-- Switch on the ignition.
-- Turn the headlamp switch -4- to the automatic headlamp control position -2-.
The headlamp should not come on when it is bright.
Rain/Light Recognition Sensor is located in upper center area of front windshield -arrow-.
-- Cover the font windshield from the exterior in the interior rearview mirror area -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 -1- and turn off the ignition.
Static Cornering Lamp
The static cornering lamp is integrated in the fog lamp.
-- Start engine.
-- Turn on the low beam.
-- Turn on the left turn signal, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left if necessary
-- Check the cornering lamp.
-- Repeat on the other side.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.