Sensor for the auto on/off headlights

The sensor is on the instrument panel as shown in the illustration.


The sensor is on the instrument panel as shown in the illustration.

CAUTION

If any object is placed on or near the sensor, the sensor may not detect the level of the ambient light correctly and the auto on/off headlights may not operate properly.

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