Automatic Headlamp Control, Checking Function

2008 Volkswagen Jetta GLI (1K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY)SECTION Automatic Headlamp Control, Checking Function






Automatic Headlamp Control, Checking Function

The automatic headlamp control is also called automatic headlamps.

Vehicle must be in daylight.

Checking in daylight or brightness

- Switch the ignition on.

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






The headlamp should not come on when it is bright.

Checking at night or in darkness

Ignition is switched on

The headlamp switch is in the automatic headlamp control position.

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






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.






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