AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM SYSTEM PRECAUTION

PRECAUTION FOR DISCONNECTING CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

EXPRESSIONS OF IGNITION SWITCH

The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.

PRECAUTION FOR AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM SYSTEM

1. General Description

   The automatic high beam system is a system that helps ensure visibility by automatically turning the high beams on and off. However, due to control limitations of the automatic high beam system, it may be necessary to manually turn the high beams on and off. For safety reasons, make sure to turn the high beams on and off manually according to the driving conditions.

2. Conditions Unsuitable for Using Automatic High Beam System

   Under the following conditions, the automatic high beam system might not detect other vehicles or lights correctly, or the high beams might cause glare or flash pedestrians or the occupants of other vehicles. Manual operation should be considered.

   Factor	Condition
   Weather/Climate	When driving in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, sandstorms, etc.).
   Front windshield	When the front windshield is not clear (ice, snow or frost on the glass). When the front windshield is dirty (sand, mud, water stains or bugs on the glass). When the front windshield is cracked. When the front windshield is fogged-up. When the front windshield has a film attached. When an object on the instrument panel reflects off of the front windshield. When any other abnormal conditions exist with the front windshield.
   Inner rear view mirror assembly	When a parking tag, magnifying lens or other accessory is mounted on the inner rear view mirror assembly. When the inner rear view mirror assembly or its built-in camera is deformed. When the camera sensor in the inner rear view mirror assembly is dirty. When any other abnormal conditions exist with the inner rear view mirror assembly or its built-in camera sensor.
   Nearby vehicles or lights	When lights similar to headlights or taillights are in the vicinity of the vehicle. When a nearby vehicle has no lights or its lights are off. When a vehicle in front has misaligned lights, or its lights are changing color. When a vehicle in front has extremely dirty headlights or taillights.
   Road conditions	When driving in areas where the conditions often change between bright and dark. When driving on hilly roads. When driving on winding roads or around sharp curves. When driving on bumpy roads (cobblestone paving, gravel roads, rough unpaved roads, etc.). When highly reflective objects are in front of the vehicle (mirrors, road signs, etc.).
   Own vehicle	When the headlights are damaged, deformed or dirty. When the vehicle posture is abnormal (posture has changed due to the vehicle being fully loaded, a trailer being towed, road conditions, etc.). When the vehicle has other malfunctions or it has been modified.
   Automatic high beam system	Malfunction: When the indicator light on the combination meter assembly is off and "Check Headlight System" is displayed on the multi-information display. Others: When the automatic high beam system does not seem to be turning the high beams on and off properly. When the automatic high beam system is frequently turning the high beams on and off. When the glare from the high beams would disturb pedestrians or the drivers of other vehicles.

3. Windshield Replacement Precautions

   The timing of the high beams turning on and off differs depending on the light transmission rate of the glass. For this reason, when replacing the windshield, replace it with an original equipment part.

4. Inner Rear View Mirror Assembly Handling Precautions

   Failure to observe the following precautions may result in a malfunction:

   
   

   • Do not touch the camera lens (built into the inner rear view mirror assembly) with bare hands.

   
   

   • Do not allow anything to adhere to the camera lens (built into the inner rear view mirror assembly).

   
   

   • Do not apply strong impacts to the inner rear view mirror assembly.

   
   

   • Do not allow any liquids to contact the inner rear view mirror assembly.