Light Functions

2011 Volvo C30 R-Design, AutomaticSECTION Light Functions

C30/S40/V50 

Fig 1: Identifying Light Functions
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C70 

Fig 2: Identifying Light Functions
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The interior lighting is checked by the central electronic module (CEM). The interior lighting comes on when the vehicle is unlocked.

There are also functions for external lights:

  • local lighting
  • approach lights.

Local lighting 

Local lighting is activated using the remote control. The following light when activated:

  • interior lighting
  • parking lamps
  • license plate lighting
  • door mirror lighting (option).

The default setting is for the lighting to be on for 30 seconds or until the key is turned in the ignition switch. This time can be adapted to the wishes of the customer.

Approach lights 

There is a function for approach lights as part of the lighting system. When the engine is off, the key is removed from the ignition and the dip switch is activated, the following lights:

  • low beam
  • parking lamps
  • fog lamps
  • interior lighting.

The default setting for the lighting is 30 seconds. This time can be adapted to the wishes of the customer.

Customer settings 

The duration that the local lighting and approach lights are on can be adapted to the wishes of the customer.

For information about customer adaptations, see: DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS, CUSTOMER ADAPTATION 

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