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Product Information

A headlight control module (sometimes called a headlamp control unit or lighting control module) is an electronic unit that manages and regulates a vehicle’s headlight functions. It communicates with onboard sensors, switches, and the vehicle’s ECU to control operations such as:

• Turning headlights on/off automatically based on ambient light conditions.
• Operating daytime running lights (DRLs).
• Adjusting beam levels (auto-leveling systems).
• Managing adaptive or dynamic headlight systems (e.g., cornering lights, matrix LEDs).

It ensures proper illumination for safety while optimizing power consumption and compliance with regulations.

• Headlights Not Functioning Properly – One or both headlights may fail to turn on, flicker, or remain stuck in high/low beam.
• Warning Lights or Error Messages – Dashboard warnings (e.g., “headlamp malfunction”) appear due to faulty communication with the ECU.
• Loss of Advanced Functions – Automatic headlights, adaptive beam control, or daytime running lights stop working as intended.

About Hella

Hella is a German based manufacturer of specialty lighting parts for automobiles and is an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) for Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini, Subaru , Toyota, Volkswagen and more. Hella lighting solutions include headlights and fog-lights, complete headlight assemblies, and all the other internal bells and whistles that allow your vehicles lighting system to run impeccably every time you turn the ignition over. One of the most well-known automotive suppliers, Hella ranks highly among the top 50 producers of parts in the entire world and has expanded beyond lighting and into electronics for vehicle interiors. The company was technically founded in 1899, and initially was a producer of candles and lamps for horse drawn carriages. A lot has changed in over 100 years.