Autolamps

Headlamp Delay System - Autolamp

The autolamp system:
^ provides light sensitive on-off control of the lamps normally controlled by the headlamp switch.
^ provides increased visibility for occupants when leaving the vehicle by keeping the lamps on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
^ uses a preselected time lapse that can be adjusted by the vehicle operator for up to three minutes delay.

The system consists of:
^ photocell and amplifier
^ Lighting Control Module (LCM)

For the autolamp system to be operational, the headlamp switch must be in the AUTO position.

In normal operation:
^ The system will turn the exterior lamps on when the light available to the photocell and amplifier decreases below a predetermined level, such as at sunset.
^ The lamps will automatically turn off when the level of outside light exceeds a predetermined level, such as during daylight hours.

The photocell and amplifier must always be exposed to outside light to function correctly. Do not place any items on the defroster grille panel which may block light to the photocell and amplifier and cause erratic operation of the system.

The autolamp time delay control defaults to 20 seconds unless changed by the operator.

Turning on the regular headlamp switch will override the autolamps operation. Automatic operation will not be possible until the regular headlamp switch is turned to the AUTO position.