User's Guide Part 1

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When Driving
Switches and Controls
NOTE
Under the following conditions, the timing in which the system switches the headlights
changes. If the system does not switch the headlights appropriately, manually switch
between high and low beams according to the visibility, and road and traffi c conditions.
• When there are sources of light in the area such as street lamps, illuminated signboards,
and traffi c signals.
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When there are refl ective objects in the surrounding area such as refl ective plates and
signs.
•
When visibility is reduced under rain, snow and foggy conditions.
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When driving on roads with sharp curves or undulations.
•
When the headlights/rear lamps of vehicles in front of you or in the opposite lane are
dim or not illuminated.
•
When there is suffi cient darkness such as at dawn or dusk.
•
When the luggage compartment is loaded with heavy objects or the rear passenger seats
are occupied.
•
When visibility is reduced due to a vehicle in front of you spraying water from its tires
onto your windshield.
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