Sable V6-232 3.8L (1988)
A Light Sensor/Amplifier mounted on the top left dash panel senses darkness. As resistance of the photocell increases to a set value, the Light
Sensor/Amplifier applies power to the Autolamp Relay, which turns on the lamps.
A Lamps On adjusting screw sets the automatic lamps for EARLY or LATE. If it is necessary to have the lamps turn on earlier than the factory setting,
turn the LAMPS ON set screw toward EARLY. Turn toward LATE for a later turn-on.
Delayed Exit
The Delayed Exit system is turned on by moving the AUTO dial (on the Autolamp Switch) away from OFF position. Turning the dial toward MAX
increases the resistance, increasing the length of time the lamps will stay on after the Ignition Switch is turned OFF.
COMPONENT LOCATION
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Autolamp Relay # 1
Attached to top rear of shake brace
53-1
Autolamp Relay # 2
Attached to top rear of shake brace
53-1
Ground G200
Near alternator regulator
42-4
Headlamp Dimmer Relay
Attached to top rear of shake brace
Light Sensor/Amplifier
Attached to top underside of I/P
53-1
Main Light Switch
Lower LH front corner of I/P
49-1
Refer to pages 175 through 177 for Connectors and Splice Descriptions and Locations.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
AUTOMATIC LAMPS DO NOT WORK
^
Check manual operation of Headlamps.
^
Check Fuse 18 and power at Light Sensor/Amplifier.
^
Check for good ground at G200.
^
Check Autolamp Relays and Light Sensor/Amplifier.
DELAYED EXIT DOES NOT WORK
^ Check manual operation of Headlamps.
^ Check Fuse 18 and power at C295.
^ Check for good ground at G200.
^ Check Autolamp Time Control Switch.
