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Headlamp High-Low Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from high to low beam, or low
to high, simply pull the turn signal lever all the way
toward you. Then release it.
When the high beams are on, a blue light on the
instrument cluster will
also be on.
Fog Lamps
Slide the lower lever on the lights control panel up to
turn
on the fog lamps, down to turn them off. An
indicator light next to the control will glow when the fog
lamps are on.
Your headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to go on.
Although your fog lamps will go off when your high
beams are on, high beams are not recommended for
driving in fog.
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Compact Overhead Console
If your Silhouette is equipped with the optional sunroof,
your vehicle will
use a compact overhead console.
The overhead console includes two reading lamps and a
storage compartment.
To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the switch
next to
it.
If you have the optional power sliding door, your
overhead console will also have two power sliding door
switches.
To operate these switches, see “Power Sliding
Door” in the Index.
Interior Lamps Control
Slide the upper lights control (located to the left of the
instrument panel cluster) all the way up to turn on the
interior lamps.
Center Dome Lamp
This lamp is located in the center of your vehicle and
has no switch
of its own. It will go on each time you
open the doors, unless you turn the interior lights
override switch
in the center instrument panel console
to OFF.
If you have the optional rear climate control, you will
not have a center dome lamp.
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Rear Interior Lamps
The rear dome lamp also has two reading lamps.
The dome lamp will go on each time you open the
doors, unless you
turn the interior lights override switch
in the center instrument panel console to OFF.
To turn on either reading lamp, press the switch next to it.
There are also two lamps in the liftgate to light the rear
cargo area. These will come on each time you open the liftgate, unless the interior
lights override switch is in
the
OFF position.
Interior Lights Override Switch
This switch is located to the left of the cigarette lighter
in the center instrument panel console. It has two
positions,
DOOR (on) and OFF, and overrides all
interior lamps except the reading lamps.
The interior lamps go
on each time you open the doors.
You can
turn off these lamps so that the doors may be
left open without running down the battery by turning
the interior lights override switch to
OFF.
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Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.
A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more
from the driver’s seat.
To reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the lever
toward you, to the night position.
To return the mirror to
the day position, push the lever away from
you.
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Bun Visors Cupholders/Ashtray/Lighter
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also remove them from the center mount and swing
them
to the side.
Visor Vanity Mirrors
Lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
Two cupholders, an ashtray and a lighter are located in
the center instrument panel console.
The foam cupholder liners can be removed for cleaning.
Should the liners ever become damaged, see your
retailer
for replacements.
To use the ashtray, lift the lid.
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To remove the ashtray for cleaning, close the lid, then
grasp the rear edge of the ashtray with your fingertips
and pull up and out, in a rocking motion.
To use the lighter, push it in all the way and let go.
When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.
NOTICE:
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while
it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can make
it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
NOTICE:
Don’t put papers and other things that burn into
your ashtrays.
If you do, cigarettes or other
smoking materials could set them
on fire, causing
damage.
Side Ashtrays
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To open the ashtray, press the right side and turn it open.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, press the snuffer as
you lift up the bottom
of the ashtray.
If you have the optional rear climate control, your side
ashtray
will have a flip-up cover.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, pull up on the
snuffer or the cover.
Rear Storage Compartment and Cupholder
Your vehicle will have an open storage compartment
and cupholder on either side of the third row seats.
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Locking Storage Bin
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At the base or me center instrument panel console is a
storage bin. Use the door key to lock and unlock it.
To
open the bin, pinch the latch release. Inside the storage
bin will find
a coinholder.
To remove the bin for cleaning, open it part way, then
pull out and slightly up.
To clean the inside of the bin, vacuum or wipe with a
slightly damp cloth.
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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast
you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically.
Refer to the accompanying diagram
of your instrument panel to locate the components listed below.
1. Side Vents 13. Audio System
2. Lamp Controls
14. Rear Fan Controls
3. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 15. CupholderdAshtray
4. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever 16. Locking
Storage Bin
5. Instrument Cluster 17. Lighter
6. Gearshift Lever
18. Interior Lights Override Switch
7. Wiper/Washer Controls 19. Traction Control Switch (Option: 3800 Engine)
8. Center Vents
20. Climate Controls
9. Storage Compartment 21. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch
10. Side Vents
22. Ignition Switch
1 1. Circuit BreakedRelay Panel 23. Horn
12. Glove BoxRuse Panel
24. Steering Wheel Touch Controls (Option)
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