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System Operational Check

NOTE: When a system malfunction is unknown, perform following checkout procedure to isolate problem to a specific condition.
  1. Check possibility that control unit may be turned "OFF", photocell may be covered or unit is being operated with regular light switch turned "ON".
  2. Cover photocell and turn ignition "ON". With autolamp control "ON", headlights should come on within 10 seconds. Uncover photocell and lights should turn off.
  3. Cover photocell and allow time for lights to turn on. Now turn ignition "OFF", lights should remain on for 1 1/2 to 4 1/2 minutes, depending on control setting, and then turn off.
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