Auto High-Beam - Honda Civic 2017 Owner's Manual

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Auto High-Beam

The front sensor camera detects the light sources ahead of the vehicle such as the
lights of a preceding or oncoming vehicle, or street lights. When you are driving at
night, the system automatically switches the headlights between low beam and high
beam depending on the situation.
Front Sensor Camera
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How to Use the Auto High-Beam
When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator
comes on and the auto high-beam is activated.
Auto High-Beam
Indicator
Light Switch
If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have
been met, carry out either of the procedures below and the indicator will come on.
• Pull the lever towards you and hold it over two seconds then release it.
• Turn the light switch to
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
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• The ignition switch is in ON
• The light switch is in AUTO.
• The lever is in the low beam position.
• The headlights have been automatically
activated.
• It is dark outside the vehicle.
then turn the light switch to AUTO.
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The auto high-beam system does not always operate
in every situation. This system is just for assisting the
driver. Always observe your surroundings and switch
the headlights between high beam and low beam
manually if necessary.
The range and the distance at which the camera can
recognise varies depending on conditions
surrounding your vehicle.
Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to
the inside of the windscreen, refer to the following.
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For the auto high-beam to work properly:
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Do not place an object that reflects light on the
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dashboard.
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Keep the windscreen around the camera clean.
When cleaning the windscreen, be careful not to
apply windscreen cleanser to the camera lens.
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Do not attach an object, sticker or film to the area
around the camera.
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Do not touch the camera lens.
If the camera receives a strong impact, or repairing of
the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.
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