AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM SYSTEM PRECAUTION


  1. IGNITION SWITCH EXPRESSIONS


    1. 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.

      Expression Ignition Switch (Position) Engine Switch (Condition)
      Ignition Switch off LOCK Off (Lock)
      Ignition Switch ACC ACC On (ACC)
      Ignition Switch ON ON On (IG)
      Engine Start START On (Start)

  2. 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. In addition, 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 glass.

      • When any other abnormal conditions exist with the front glass.
      Lane departure warning camera

      • When the lane departure warning camera is deformed.

      • When the lane departure warning camera is dirty.

      • When any other abnormal conditions exist with the lane departure warning camera.
      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 has been modified.
      Automatic high beam system

        Malfunction:

      • When the indicator light on the combination meter assembly is off and "CHECK AHB SYSTEM" is displayed on the multi-information display.


      • 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. Lane departure warning camera handling precautions

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


      • Do not touch the lens of the lane departure warning camera with bare hands.

      • Do not allow anything to adhere to the lane departure warning camera lens.

      • Do not apply strong impacts to the lane departure warning camera.

      • Do not allow any liquids to contact the lane departure warning camera.

      • Do not apply excessive force when installing, removing, or replacing the lane departure warning camera or camera cover. Doing so may deform the lane departure warning camera, bracket or camera cover.

      • Do not use a deformed lane departure warning camera cover.

      • Replace the windshield glass when the bracket is deformed or damaged.

      • Do not use a lane departure warning camera that has been dropped.

      • Make sure to wear clean cotton gloves or equivalent when installing or removing the lane departure warning camera or camera cover as they will not function properly if oil adheres to the part.

      • Do not pull on the wire harness when disconnecting the lane departure warning camera connector.

      • Do not apply excessive force to the camera cover unless removing it for cleaning.

      • Be careful not to press on the lip of the camera cover as it is extremely soft.