Automatic Headlight

[dadofbud]

The automatic dipped headlight on my Kodiaq comes on even when its a bright and sunny day, any solutions please would be welcome

[Pilotguy]

May be that the light levels have dropped below the activation threshold because of cloud, trees etc.

[cuprabob]

I believe it's a feature to make you more visible to other drivers who may be "blinded" by the sun. My current and previous Volkswagens have done this.

Also, if the lights are set to "auto" they will come on if you drive for a period above a certain speed, around 80mph.

Also, if both the lights and the wipers are set to "auto" the lights will come on on the 4th continuous wipe of the screen.

I'm sure it's mentioned in the manual somewhere.

Edited by cuprabob on Thursday 19th March 21:56

[dadofbud]

Thanks,

Its not very friendly and some drivers get a little upset when you light up the back of their car in broad daylight

I have adjusted the dipped feature to the come on "late" option, but this makes no difference.

Looks like I will have to read the manual, eventually.

[catso]

My S4 does the same, lights come on (sometimes) when it's bright and sunglasses required but not if it's foggy?

So much for 'smart' technology, imagine the mayhem if cars ever drive themselves...