Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual

Automatic Headlamp Leveling Unit Description

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Depending on driving conditions and vehicle load status, the headlamp beam direction is changed to maintain the driver's field of view and protect the driver's eyes from glare, for safe driving. The sensor mounted on the rear suspension arm activates the headlamp actuator when an input signal is detected after the static vehicle body angle changes. The headlamp beam is automatically adjusted when the chassis tilts. Purpose of AHLS (Automatic Headlamp Leveling System)

  • Compensates headlamp visibility range when vehicle load changes.
  • Prevents oncoming traffic from being dazzled by excessive glare.
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