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Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 21, 2016 12:34 pm
by Nlolotte
Hi,
Does anyone have any experience with the after market Chinese auto headlight sensor and module
http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/251555972840?fits=Car+Make%3AVW
I want to pick one up as I can't be fussed with oem hacking and slicing bcm wiring and installation seems to look easy on this one, not to mention is adds ch/lh lights!
I have heard horror stories that the switch doesn't illuminate in the dark? Opinions please!
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 21, 2016 1:21 pm
by iichel
that should work just fine
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 21, 2016 3:43 pm
by Nlolotte
Will the switch laminate as usual at night?
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 21, 2016 4:01 pm
by iichel
Yes
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 21, 2016 7:29 pm
by Nlolotte
Ok sweet!
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2016 9:44 pm
by ashtons99
Nlolotte wrote:Hi,
Does anyone have any experience with the after market Chinese auto headlight sensor and module
http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/251555972840?fits=Car+Make%3AVW
I want to pick one up as I can't be fussed with oem hacking and slicing bcm wiring and installation seems to look easy on this one, not to mention is adds ch/lh lights!
I have heard horror stories that the switch doesn't illuminate in the dark? Opinions please!
What are ch/ lh lights ?
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2016 10:09 pm
by Willni
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What are ch/ lh lights ?[/quote]
they're coming home and leaving home lights
really the headlights turn on when you unlock and lock the door for a set period of time from anywhere from 10 seconds to i think 30 seconds
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Sun Mar 27, 2016 10:59 pm
by ashtons99
Ah yes, I get it now.
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2016 3:56 pm
by ashtons99
I've read quite a few threads on these. Can anyone clarify what additional wiring etc needs to be done. I'm guessing it's not as simple as plug and play. Some threads mention wiring into the BCM module, others installing relays. Then recoding through vcds
Are there different versions of these some easier to install than others.
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2016 8:59 pm
by Bigtam
I have ordered 1 will let you know how I get on
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2016 10:10 pm
by ashtons99
Bigtam wrote:I have ordered 1 will let you know how I get on
Which one is it you've ordered
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Tue Mar 29, 2016 12:17 pm
by Nlolotte
Yes please tell us which one you ordered, they look fairly simple. module sits between light switch and cable connector, light sensors sit behind a pillar trim.
Only thing is you don't want to cheap out on it because some people report their auto light switch not lighting up at night (no red illumination on dial)
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Wed Mar 30, 2016 7:37 pm
by Bigtam
Got 1 in the ebay link you have on top of page the page and seems to work OK
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Thu Mar 31, 2016 5:17 pm
by ashtons99
Bigtam wrote:Got 1 in the ebay link you have on top of page the page and seems to work OK
So no reprogramming of systems required or additional wiring into BCM etc, just plug and play
Re: Auto headlights (after market)
Posted: Thu Mar 31, 2016 9:24 pm
by Bigtam
Yip just plug and play around a 15min-30min job