Adaptive Headlights (Afs) - Skoda Superb Owner's Manual

CAUTION
Do not affix any stickers or similar objects in front of the light sensor on the wind-
screen, so that its functionality is not impaired or disabled.

Adaptive headlights (AFS)

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 48.
The AFS system works in tandem with automatic driving lamp control , please
read the following » page 50.
The AFS system makes sure the street remains lit up depending on the traffic and
weather situation.
The system automatically adjusts the cone of light in front of the vehicle to the
driving speed or the use of the wiper.
The AFS system can work only if the following condition is met.
The light switch is in the position .
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The AHL system operates in the following modes.
Out of town mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is similar to the low beam. The mode is
active if none of the following modes are active.
City mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted to illuminate the surrounding
pavements, junctions, pedestrian crossings, etc. The mode is active at speeds of
15-50 km / h.
Motorway mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can respond
in time to an obstruction or other hazard in time. The mode is activated gradually
from a speed of 90 km/h. It is most effective at speeds above 120 km/h.
Rain mode
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted so that the driver can reduce
the glare from oncoming vehicles in rain.
The mode is active at speeds of 15 – 70 km/h and if the windscreen wipers contin-
uously operate for a period of time longer than 2 minutes. The mode is deactiva-
ted when the windscreen wipers are switched off for longer than 8 minutes.
Dynamic cornering lights
The cone of light in front of the vehicle is adjusted to the steering angle so that
the road in the curve is illuminated. This function is active at speeds greater than
10 km.h and in all AFS modes.
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Tourist light (travel mode)
This mode makes it possible to drive in countries with opposing traffic system
(driving on the left/right) without dazzling the oncoming vehicles.
When this mode is active, the above-mentioned modes and the side swivel of the
headlights is deactivated.
This mode can be activated/deactivated via the information display in the menu
item Travel Mode » page 27.
WARNING
If the AFS system is defective, the headlights are automatically lowered to the
emergency position, which prevents a possible dazzling of oncoming traffic.
This reduces the cone of light in front of the vehicle. Drive carefully and visit a
specialist garage as soon as possible.
Note
When the "Tourist light" mode is active, the warning icon  flashes for about 10
seconds each time the ignition is switched on.
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