Why are my Volkswagen Polo's headlights constantly on?

I have just purchased a Volkswagen Polo on a 10 plate. My lights are constantly on when the engine is running. I cannot turn them off at all unless I turn the ignition off. I think there is a fault on the light switch, as when I turn it to dim they just have little spotlights on. Do you think this is an electrical fault or the switch?

Asked on 3 July 2010 by daddycool84

Answered by Honest John

The car has Daytime Running Lights. Didn't the salesman tell you? There is a reader suggestion to switch them off here (but not to switch them back on again): www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/volkswagen/polo-v-20...d

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