Headlight switch The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Operating instructions Operating the switch turns on the lights as follows: U.S.A. Canada The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, instrument panel lights, and daytime running lights (Daytime running light system) turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. The headlights, daytime running lights (Daytime running light system) and all the lights listed above turn on and off automatically. (if equipped) Off Note: AUTO mode can be used when The power switch is in ON. Daytime running light systemDaytime running light system On some models: The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the headlights but at a lower intensity. To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving, the daytime running lights turn on automatically when all of the following conditions are met. (The daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.) The hybrid system is started The parking brake is released The headlight switch is in the or ^* position ^*When the surroundings are bright The daytime running lights remain on after they illuminate, even if the parking brake is set again. For the U.S.A.: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch. Sensor Automatic headlight system Automatic light control systemHeadlight control sensor The sensor may not function properly if an object is placed on the sensor, or anything that blocks the sensor is affixed to the windshield.Doing so interferes with the sensor detecting the level of ambient light and may cause the automatic headlight system to malfunction. Automatic light off system When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds after the driver’s door is opened and closed if the power switch is turned to ACC or off. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is pressed after all the doors are closed.) When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the power switch is turned to ACC or OFF and the driver’s door is opened. To turn the lights on again, turn the power switch to ON, or turn the light switch off once and then back to or . Light reminder buzzer A buzzer sounds when the power switch is turned to ACC or OFF and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on. When unlock the doors (welcome lamp) (If equipped) When the doors are unlocked using the entry function or wireless remote control, the front parking lights and tail lights turn on automatically.When the light switch is in the AUTO position and the surrounding area is dark, this function will operate. Automatic headlight leveling systemAutomatic headlight leveling system (if equipped) The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the headlights do not interfere with other road users. Windshield wiper linked headlight illumination When driving during daytime with the headlight switch turned to , if the windshield wipers are used, the headlights will turn on automatically after several seconds to help enhance the visibility of your vehicle. 12-volt battery-saving function In order to prevent the 12-volt battery of the vehicle from discharging, if the headlights and/or tail lights are on when the power switch is turned to OFF the 12-volt battery-saving function will operate and automatically turn off all the lights after approximately 20 minutes. When the power switch is turned to ON, the 12-volt battery-saving function will be disabled. When any of the following are performed, the 12-volt battery-saving function is canceled once and then reactivated. All the lights will turn off automatically 20 minutes after the 12-volt battery-saving function has been reactivated: When the headlight switch is operated When a door is opened or closed Customization Some functions can be customized. (Customizable features) Notice: To prevent 12-volt battery discharge Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is not operating. Turning on the high beam headlights With the headlights on, push the lever away from you to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever toward you to the center position to turn the high beams off. Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beams once. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off. Manual headlight leveling dialManual headlight leveling dial (if equipped) The vehicle is equipped with manual leveling of the headlamps. The aim of the headlamps can be adjusted by adjusting the dial settings based on your vehicle loading condition. It is recommended that the headlamps remain adjusted as close to “ 0” position so not to interfere with other road users. Raises the level of the headlights Lowers the level of the headlights