Headlight doesn't turn off in auto mode
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Headlight doesn't turn off in auto mode
I recently had my windshield replaced. When I got it back, I noticed my headlight would come on at all times if left in auto mode, day or night. It does turn off at the off position, so I know it's not set to daytime running lights.
I am not sure if this problem is due to the windshield replacement, or just an concidence. I read somewhere the light sensor is in the same position as rain sensor (behind rearview mirror). If that's the case I'm going to raise hell with body shop. Can anybody confirm?
Thanks.
I am not sure if this problem is due to the windshield replacement, or just an concidence. I read somewhere the light sensor is in the same position as rain sensor (behind rearview mirror). If that's the case I'm going to raise hell with body shop. Can anybody confirm?
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by steph280
I recently had my windshield replaced. When I got it back, I noticed my headlight would come on at all times if left in auto mode, day or night. It does turn off at the off position, so I know it's not set to daytime running lights.
I am not sure if this problem is due to the windshield replacement, or just an concidence. I read somewhere the light sensor is in the same position as rain sensor (behind rearview mirror). If that's the case I'm going to raise hell with body shop. Can anybody confirm?
Thanks.
I am not sure if this problem is due to the windshield replacement, or just an concidence. I read somewhere the light sensor is in the same position as rain sensor (behind rearview mirror). If that's the case I'm going to raise hell with body shop. Can anybody confirm?
Thanks.
That is correct, confirm they used an OEM windshield... I see this often when aftermarket glass is used... < shrug >
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Thanks for the reply Steve.
Yes they did use MB glass, since they couldn't find any aftermarket ones for W211.
Is the day/night mode on COMAND display also tied to this same light sensor? I notice it's behaving irradically as well.
Yes they did use MB glass, since they couldn't find any aftermarket ones for W211.
Is the day/night mode on COMAND display also tied to this same light sensor? I notice it's behaving irradically as well.
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Originally Posted by steph280
I recently had my windshield replaced. When I got it back, I noticed my headlight would come on at all times if left in auto mode, day or night. It does turn off at the off position, so I know it's not set to daytime running lights.
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Thanks for the picture. That explains a lot.
Ended up bring the car to dealer and they said no problem found. sure enough when I picked up the car it was workin again. They still wouldn't admit anything was done, but I have the suspecion something was reset.
Anyway thanks for the helps.
Ended up bring the car to dealer and they said no problem found. sure enough when I picked up the car it was workin again. They still wouldn't admit anything was done, but I have the suspecion something was reset.
Anyway thanks for the helps.
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Originally Posted by konigstiger
Rain Light Sensor (RLS) controls intermittent wiping & automatic driving lights. They may have impaired this function. Check to see if there are any appearance faults (i.e.: blistering, etc.) in the area of the gluing surface. Due to the tolerances in the gluing process peeling may occur to cause a functional fault.
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Having same issue...
have not had windshield replacement...have not made any changes via driver input controls on steering wheel and did not know DRL's was a choice...Is it? I even took in for service on this and dealer never advised of that. i do NOT want the lights on all day. Which sub-menu do i look under?
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Originally Posted by carpersn
have not had windshield replacement...have not made any changes via driver input controls on steering wheel and did not know DRL's was a choice...Is it? I even took in for service on this and dealer never advised of that. i do NOT want the lights on all day. Which sub-menu do i look under?
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Originally Posted by 2manytoys
the DRL's in your steering wheels controls needs to be turned off.
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the DRL setting was the first thing I checked and that wasn't it. If that was on, your lights will be on even when you have your light switch turned to off. In my case problem only occured when it's in the AUTO position.
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Originally Posted by steph280
the DRL setting was the first thing I checked and that wasn't it. If that was on, your lights will be on even when you have your light switch turned to off. In my case problem only occured when it's in the AUTO position.
