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on my car what dose the auto lamp do? dose it have anything to do with my headlights??
Jun 17, 2012 at 6:40 AM
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KHLOW2008
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The autolamp turn on the headlight when a sensor senses that it is dark outside.
Jun 17, 2012 at 8:02 AM
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How long dose it take to turn on because I've turned it on at night and nothing happens
Jun 17, 2012 at 6:24 PM
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Where ia the sensor? Can I cover it up to make my lights stay o
Jun 17, 2012 at 6:24 PM
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KHLOW2008
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That should not be a fault with the auto lights.
When you turn the headlights on, they should work by themselves.

If the autolamps are not functioning when switched to that position, then you need to check the circuit, otherwise you need to check the headlight system.

Start by checking the headlinght bulbs and fuses.
Jun 17, 2012 at 6:55 PM
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