This is my first post, so forgive me if it doesn't work right. Have had my SCrew for two weeks. Some paint problems, but other than that, GREAT TRUCK!

My Question is this: Is there any way to adjust the headlight sensor in the auto headlight mode. They don't seem to come on when it is dark and rainy during the day. Kind of a pain to switch on if they are supposed to be "Auto" headlights. I know, a little pickey , but any help would be appreciated!

Maxum

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2001 SuperCrew XLT
Deep Wedgewood Blue
5.4L 2WD
3.55 Limited Slip Diff
Cloth/Power Cap Chairs
Tow Package
6 Disk CD changer
Sliding Rear Window
Cort Running Boards
Downey Tonneau Cover (on order)

 

You found the right place to get some answers. Check through the past pages for some background.

Got the same problem. Don't come on soon enough for me. Also, law in Virginia is lights must be on when wipers are running. It's rained and become somewhat dark and the auto lights don't come on.

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'01 SuperCrew XLT 4x2: 5.4L, Limited Slip, Black, 5-Spoke Rims, Dark Cloth, Capt. Chairs, Power Seat, Steps, Extender, Moonroof; Ford/Duraliner, '86 Mustang rear floormats as "hump" floormats.

(for sale): '93 Ranger XLT SuperCab 4x2: 65K miles; 4.0L; Limited Slip; Black; Alum. Rims; A.C.; Power windows, mirrors, and locks; CD Player; Hard Tonneau; Running Boards.

The GO 4D IT SuperCrew

The GO 4D IT Ranger
"Don't sweat the small stuff."

 

Maxum and GO 4D IT,

What auto lights? I noticed that you both have XLT's. I thought the auto light feature was only on the Lariet? Unless I'm missing something in my truck. I also have an XLT. Is the auto light feature part of an option? Just wondering.

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'01 F-150 SuperCrew XLT
Oxford White/Arizona Beige
4x4 5.4L Triton V8
Slider Rear Window
Keyless Remote
Cab Steps
Trailer Tow Group
Bed Extender
Future Add ons:
Drop in Bed Liner
ARE LSII Bed Lid (maybe)
Bug Deflector
Husky Liner Floor Mats

http://hometown.aol.com/tspern/F150SuperCrewpage1.html

 

The autolamp feature was included on the XLT with the Power Driver's Seat option. I'm looking forward to it on my truck.

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On Order 9/26/2000, as of 11/16 serialized awiting build date and ETA:

2001 Screw 4x4 XLT
Arizona Beige/Wedgewood Blue Tu-Tone
Captains Chairs w/Power Drivers Seat & Autolamp
6 Disc CD Changer
4.6L, 3.55 LSD, Moonroof
Cab Steps, 17" 10 Spoke Wheels
Skid Plates, Trailer Tow Group
Sliding Rear Window

Planned Mods:
ARE Z Series Cap
BedRug (To save my knees)

 

One thing you can do is to partially cover the dash sensor with something...square of electrician's tape, cloth dashboard cover, plastic hula girl, etc. On my old crwon vic I covered the entire dash with black felt (to minimize windshield reflections) and had the result of DLR's when autolamp was engaged. Partially covering this sensor would have the effect of reducing the light enough to cause rainy day activation...

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2001 SuperCrew Lariat 4x4
Black / Grey Leather
Class III Trailer Tow Group, 5.4L Triton V8, Limited Slip Rear Axle, Bed Extender, Cab Steps, Engine Block Heater, Radio, AM/FM Stereo 6-Compact Disc Changer, Skid Plates, Moonroof, Sliding Rear Window, Ford drop-in Bedliner.
ARE-Z Cap (Black).
TriBall hitch (bumper protection)
Planned Mods: SuperChip, K&N or Air-Raid intake kit; Outland Sport Bumper, Reese front hitch receiver, behind the grill driving lights.

 

It seems to me there must be a way to reset the sensitivity to activate the lights at a higher level of lighting than the factory setup; or perhaps a sensor replacement which will do the same. Hopefully, someone with the answer will read this string.

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Mtn Mike

 

I kind of like the Hula Girl solution myself!Actually I'll try to partially cover the sensor, thanks dtrosch. Now can you tell me where the sensor is located so that I can properly locate that Hula Girl?

[This message has been edited by Maxum (edited 11-20-2000).]

 

I had the same problem, took it to the dealer and they adjusted it. They did something up under the dash and I just don't 'go there'.

I still have to manually turn them on during day rain as that's the VA law.

Before the dealer fixed it the option was worthless. Now it's great.

My sensor is on top the dash in the middle, a grate about the size of a postage stamp.

Also, my '99 has a wheel to set the autoshutoff from 20sec to 3 minutes. I heard they did away with the wheel. Just curious how long do the lights stay on now?




[This message has been edited by Raoul (edited 11-20-2000).]

 

They stay on for about 20 seconds. Not long enough IMHO. And yes, they did away with the adjustment on this as well. I guess I may try "Dealer Land" and see what they suggest.

[This message has been edited by Maxum (edited 11-20-2000).]