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.

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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 manually switch the headlights between high beam and low beam if necessary.

If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient for driving, change the headlight beams manually.

The range and the distance at which the camera can recognize light sources varies depending on conditions surrounding your vehicle.

Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to the inside of the windshield, refer to the following.

For the auto high-beam to work properly:
  • Do not place an object that reflects light on the dashboard.
  • Keep the windshield around the camera clean. When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to apply the windshield cleanser to the camera lens.
  • Do not attach an object, sticker, or film to the area around the camera.
  • 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.

How to Use the Auto High-Beam

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In the following cases, the auto high-beam system may not switch the headlights properly or the switching timing may be changed. If the automatic switching operation does not fit your driving habits, please switch the headlights manually.

  • The brightness of the lights from the preceding or oncoming vehicle is intense or poor.
  • Visibility is poor due to the weather (rain, snow, fog, windshield frost, etc.).
  • Surrounding light sources, such as street lights, electric billboards, and traffic lights are illuminating the road ahead.
  • The brightness level of the road ahead constantly changes.
  • The road is bumpy or has many curves.
  • A vehicle suddenly appears in front of you, or a vehicle in front of you is not in the preceding or oncoming direction.
  • Your vehicle is tilted with a heavy load in the rear.
  • A traffic sign, mirror, or other reflective object ahead is reflecting strong light toward the vehicle.
  • The oncoming vehicle frequently disappears under roadside trees or behind median barriers.
  • The preceding or oncoming vehicle is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small vehicle.

The auto high-beam system keeps the headlight low beam on when:
  • Windshield wipers are operating at a high speed.
  • The camera has detected a dense fog.

How to turn off the Auto High-Beam System
You can turn the auto high-beam system on and off.
Models with 7-in. Color Touchscreen
Models with 9-in. Color Touchscreen

If the Some driver assist systems cannot operate: Camera temperature too high message appears:
  • Use the climate control system to cool down the interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode with the airflow directed toward the camera.
  • Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield temperature, which cools down the area around the camera.

If the Some driver assist systems cannot operate: Clean front windshield or poor viewing condition. message appears:
  • Park your vehicle in a safe place, and clean the windshield. If the message does not disappear after you have cleaned the windshield and driven for a while, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Activating the system

When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator comes on and automatically switches between the high beam and low beam, depending on the situation.

  • The power mode 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.

If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have been met, carry out the following procedure and the indicator will come on.

  • Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving.
  • Turn the light switch to then turn the light switch to AUTO.

Automatic switching between high-beam and low-beam

When the auto high-beam indicator comes on, the headlights switch between high beam and low beam based on the following conditions.

High beam
Low beam
All of the following conditions must be met before the high beams turn on.
  • Your vehicle speed is 25 mph (40 km/h) or more.
  • There are no preceding or oncoming vehicle with headlights or taillights turned on.
  • There are few street lights on the road ahead.

 
One of the following conditions must be met before the low beams turn on.
  • Your vehicle speed is 15 mph (24 km/h) or less.
  • There is a preceding or oncoming vehicle with headlights or taillights turned on.
  • There are many street lights on the road ahead.

Manual switching between high-beam and low-beam

If you want to manually switch the headlights between high beam and low beam, follow either of the procedures below. Note that when you do this, the auto high-beam indicator will turn off and the auto high-beam will be deactivated.


Using the lever:

Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it.

  • To reactivate the auto high-beam, follow either of the procedures below and the auto high-beam indicator will come on.
  • Pull the lever toward you and release it.
  • Turn the light switch to and then to AUTO when the lever is in the low beam position.
Using the light switch:

Turn the light switch to .

  • To reactivate the auto high-beam, turn the light switch to AUTO when the lever is in the low beam position and the auto high-beam indicator will come on.
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