Dash / instrument lights

[Andyp]

Hi guys is it possible to code my dash and instrument lights to come on when only side lights are selected ? I find the lights are mostly on main beam with dull days when it's in auto mode , sometimes I don't need the full beam on but would like the dash lights on with the sidelights. Cheers , Andy

[Cuprabob]

The instrument lights do come on when the sidelights are on.

In fact they come on with the ignition unless there is low ambient light in which case they dim to prompt you to switch on your headlights.

[Andyp]

It's hardly noticeable on my car when the side lights are on , would prefer it to be as bright as when I have the headlights on as it is a dark centre speedo etc... they won't adjust any brighter in side light mode . What I'm trying to say is in normal daytime conditions I would prefer my side lights on with full brightness on the dash , is this possible ? Cheers

[Cuprabob]

On my car, the dash lights are just as bright with the sidelights on as they are with my headlights on.

Sorry, I don't think I can help you as your car seems to be different to mine.

[Andyp]

Anyone

[Roy_01]

You'll need a new screen or light sensor i think, how bright is the cluster at night?

[Andyp]

You'll need a new screen or light sensor i think, how bright is the cluster at night?

With the side lights on at night the dash isn't lit up , the centre dials for Turbo , oil , and stopwatch are lit though ! Can anyone tell me if their speedo and rev counter light up when just side lights are selected ? Thanks

[Roy_01]

Yes thats normal behaviour for safety reasons. Its the trigger you have to switch on your low beams.
Maybe you can compare the brightness with another vw driver?

[Andyp]

The dash lit up with sidelights on with my Golf Mk5 , my mates Audi does too , just seems a bit odd as even during the day sometimes if it's a bit dull It's very dark on the speedo . It's the First time on any car I've had to put full headlights on just to light the speedo up ! Might look into this further , cheers anyway