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What does the photo cell do?

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Old 02-16-2010, 08:03 AM
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On the dash, molded into the Alarm system L.E.D. light there is a photo cell...whats its function?
 
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It's the sunlight sensor for the electronic climate control.
 
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Found this in the manual. Still unclear how it plays a role in the ECC. I dont see any difference covered or exposed.
 
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