The lighting system operates automatically depending upon the ambient lighting conditions. The system selects the appropriate lighting function, low beam or Daytime Running Light (DRL), for the conditions that the system detects. In some circumstances, it may be necessary for the vehicle user to manually override the automatic operation. Some manual operations are not possible due to vehicle activity or legislative requirements.
Push and release the lighting control again to deselect high beam.
Turn the lighting control away from the steering wheel again, and release to switch off the front fog lights.
Turn the lighting control toward the steering wheel again, and release to switch off the rear fog lights.
During normal daylight operation, the DRL operate automatically, with the lighting control in the AUTO or neutral position.
The DRL switch on automatically under the following conditions:
Turn the lighting control to the OFF position to switch off the DRL. The DRL can be manually switched off only when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running.
Headlight courtesy delay operates whenever the lighting control is in the AUTO position, ambient light levels are low, and the vehicle’s ignition is switched off.
The time delay for illumination can be changed via the Exterior Lights settings.
To access the time options for headlight courtesy delay via the touchscreen:
Press the headlight button on the smart key to switch off courtesy lights at any time.
Settings icon.¹
Exit icon.²
The AHBA system automatically selects and deselects high beam, under specific conditions of road lighting and in the absence of other vehicle lights. The system is only active when the ambient light drops below a predetermined level. AHBA is enabled when the lighting control is in the AUTO position.
The driver can disable and re-enable the AHBA system at any time via the touchscreen:
The AHBA system only activates when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h). The system deactivates when the vehicle’s speed drops below 15 mph (24 km/h).
Push and release the lighting control to manually override to low beam from high beam. Rotate the collar to AUTO to return to AHBA. The instrument panel warning lamp illuminates. See AUTO HIGH BEAM ASSIST (AHBA) (BLUE).
Push and release the lighting control to manually select high beam. Rotate the lighting control to AUTO to return to AHBA.
The following may affect the operation of the AHBA system:
Settings icon.¹
Exit icon.²
Condensation in the headlights, turn signals, or rear lights is a natural phenomenon.
Condensation can occur under certain atmospheric conditions or after washing the vehicle. The performance and life expectancy of the lights is not affected.
Condensation should partially or completely clear, with regular use of the lights, within 48 hours of dry atmospheric conditions.
LED lights to distribute less heat towards the outer lens than halogen or xenon lights. In extreme conditions, LED lights may take longer to clear, but this is not detrimental to the performance of the light.
Automatic headlight leveling compensates for the vertical aiming of the headlights to minimize the glare to other road users when the vehicle’s attitude changes due to vehicle loading.
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