406 Headlamp Sensor

[Mick (archive)]

Hi guys
Does anyone know the location of the headlamp light sensor (or a way of disabling it) on the 406 HDI saloon (02 plate).My headlights come on in all but the sunniest days and I'm wondering if it needs a clean. Thanks.
Mick

 

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Hi guys
Does anyone know the location of the headlamp light sensor (or a way of disabling it) on the 406 HDI saloon (02 plate).My headlights come on in all but the sunniest days and I'm wondering if it needs a clean. Thanks.
Mick

If it's the same as the 206 it on the windscreen just behind the mirror (rectangular area with a slight purple tinge). It should be kept clear by the wipers. Sounds like a visit to the dealers.

The way to disable it on the 206 is to turn the ignition so that just the battery light is on and press and hold the button on the end of the indicator stalk (should have auto on it with a filled arrow pointing to the steering column) until you hear a beep. Just do the same to reactivate it

HTH