Honda HR-V Hybrid 2022 Fog Lights User Manual
Fog Lights
When the low beam headlights are on, turn the fog light switch on to use the fog lights. When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the instrument panel will be on.
They go off when the headlights turn off, or when the daytime running lights are on.
Daytime Running Lights
The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have been met:
- The ignition switch is in ON (w*1.
U.S. models
- The headlight switch is OFF.
Canadian models
- The headlight switch is AUTO.
All models
- The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition switch or setting the power mode to VEHICLE OFF will turn off the daytime running lights. The daytime running lights are off once the headlight switch is turned on, or when the headlight switch is in AUTO* and it is getting darker outside.
The daytime running lights come on dimmer when the headlight switch is in 
than when it is in AUTO*. In AUTO*, if the ambient brightness is dark, the low-beam headlights come on.
Auto High-Beam
The front sensor camera detects the light sources ahead of the vehicle such as the lights of a preceding or oncoming vehicle, or street lights. When you are driving at night, the system automatically switches the headlights between low beam and high beam depending on the situation.
How to Use the Auto High-Beam
When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator comes on and the auto high-beam is activated.
- The ignition switch is in ON (w*1.
- The light switch is in AUTO.
- The lever is in the low beam position.
- The headlights have been automatically activated.
- It is dark outside the vehicle.
If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have been met, carry out the following procedure and the indicator will come on.
- Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving.
Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
Not available on all models
The auto high-beam system does not always operate in every situation. This system is just for assisting the driver. Always observe your surroundings and switch the headlights between the high beam and the low beam manually if necessary. If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient for driving, change the headlight beams manually. The range and the distance at which the camera can recognize varies depending on the conditions surrounding your vehicle. Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to the inside of the windshield, refer to the following.
For the auto high-beam to work properly:
- Do not place an object that reflects light on the dashboard.
- Keep the windshield around the camera clean. When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to apply the windshield cleanser to the camera lens.
- Do not attach an object, sticker or film to the area around the camera.
- Do not touch the camera lens.
If the camera receives a strong impact, or repairing of the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.
Automatic switching between high-beam and low-beam
When an auto-high beam is active, the headlights switch between high beam and low beam based on the following conditions.
Switching to high beam:
All of the following conditions must be met before the high beams turn on.
- Your vehicle speed is 45 mph (72 km/h) or more.
- There are no preceding or oncoming vehicle with headlights or taillights turned on.
- There are few street lights on the road ahead.
Switching to low beam:
One of the following conditions must be met before the low beams turn on.
- Your vehicle speed is 30 mph (48 km/h) or less.
- There is a preceding or oncoming vehicle with headlights or taillights turned on.
- There are many street lights on the road ahead.
Manual switching between high-beam and low-beam
If you want to manually switch the headlights between high beam and low beam, follow either of the procedures below. Note that when you do this, the auto high-beam indicator will turn off and the auto high-beam will be deactivated.
Using the lever:
Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it within about one-second while driving.
- To reactivate the auto high-beam, pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving. The auto high-beam indicator will come on.
Using the light switch: Turn the light switch to
.
- To reactivate the auto high-beam, turn the light switch to AUTO when the lever is in the low beam position, and the auto high-beam indicator will come on.
In the following cases, the auto high-beam system may not switch the headlights properly or the switching timing may be changed. In case of the automatic switching operation does not fit for your driving habits, please switch the headlights manually.
- The brightness of the lights from the preceding or oncoming vehicle is intense or poor.
- Visibility is poor due to the weather (rain, snow, fog, windshield frost, etc.).
- Surrounding light sources, such as street lights, electric billboards, and traffic lights are illuminating the road ahead.
- The brightness level of the road ahead constantly changes.
- The road is bumpy or has many curves.
- A vehicle suddenly appears in front of you, or a vehicle in front of you is not in the preceding or oncoming direction.
- Your vehicle is tilted with a heavy load in the rear.
- A traffic sign, mirror, or another reflective object ahead is reflecting strong light toward the vehicle.
- The oncoming vehicle frequently disappears under roadside trees or behind median barriers.
- The preceding or oncoming vehicle is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter, or another small vehicle.
The auto high-beam system keeps the headlight low beam when:
- The windshield wipers are operating.
- The camera has detected a dense fog.
Reference Links
View Full User Guide: Honda HR-V Hybrid 2022 User Manual
Download Manuals: https://owners.honda.com/vehicle-information/manuals
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