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Automatic lighting activation

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The dipped beam switches on automatically in low light when the wipers are operating continuously. It switches off as soon as the light level is sufficient or the wipers are stopped.

Warning: in fog or snow, the light sensor may detect sufficient light.

The lights will not switch on automatically.

If necessary, switch on the dipped beam manually.

activerTo deactivate or
activate the function, use the "Personalisation - configuration" menu on your multifunction display.

For safety reasons, the "Automatic lighting activation" function must be activated or deactivated via the menu with the vehicle stationary.

Activation

s'allume dans l'écran du combinéWhen the function is activated, the
indicator lights up on the 5-dial instrument panel display.

Deactivation

témoinWhen the function is deactivated, the
indicator lights up on the 5-dial instrument panel display.

If the light/daylight sensor malfunctions, the sidelights and dipped beam switch on.

Contact a PEUGEOT dealer.

Do not cover the light/daylight sensor, located in the middle of the windscreen.

It is used to control the air conditioning and for automatic lighting activation.

Manual welcome lighting

When you leave your vehicle, the sidelights and dipped beam may remain on for a few seconds.

Activation:

  • switch off the engine,
  • flash the headlamps,
  • get out and lock the vehicle.

Test yourself

A quick Peugeot 407 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.