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Auto-off Option - Headlights

Discussion in 'Prius c Accessories and Modifications' started by Kenny_n_Steve, Apr 13, 2012.

  1. Kenny_n_Steve

    Kenny_n_Steve New Member

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    I believe there may have been a thread but...

    I don't believe the Prius C has the (lighting) auto-off function of its larger siblings. Has anyone explored whether there is a way to eliminate this minor but nevertheless handy option?
     
    #1 Kenny_n_Steve, Apr 13, 2012
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    i got this working (auto headlights) and am working on finishing up the how to writeup after I finish doing my taxes :eek: should be up by monday.
     
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    Can't wait for your report! Was it easy to do? I'm great with computer hardware but not so knowledgable when it comes to cars.
     
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    We look forward to details, details, details. Thanks!
     
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    ETC(SS) The OTHER One Percenter.....

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    I wasn't aware that the larger Priuses had auto-off headlamps. My 2010 (G3-2) has the photocell, but lacks the auto headlamps. It's one of the things I love to hate about "my" car.
    Good luck with the mod!
    I'll remember this thread if I ever get a C-model.
     
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    Can you tell where do you find it?
     
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    It does have Auto-off headlights.

    If you turn your headlights on, you need never turn them off again for the life of the car. (Or in my case, until the mechanic turns them off every 10,000 miles)

    After you turn off the car, and open a front door*, the headlights will go on a timer. The default is 30 seconds, but the dealer (or an OBDII programmer) can change it to 0 or 60 seconds as well.

    *Gen 2 and the v, it is only the driver's door. Gen 2 defaults to 0 seconds, the v has a 90 second option.
     
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    ETC(SS) The OTHER One Percenter.....

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    ^ Good Point!
    In fact....that's what I do with mine.
     
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    wait, the C has auto off or just the v and regular?
     
    #12 kingnba6, Apr 9, 2013
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    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    ETC was discussing his Gen3 which does, I have never seen a c, so I can't say. (One car in 1400 is a Prius in MS)
     
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    ztanos All-around Geek!

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    The C doesn't have auto-off. However, if you leave them on, they will turn off after about 15 mins.
     
    #14 ztanos, Apr 9, 2013
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    ok thanks. i actually just read that in the manual
     
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