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Replacing turn signal lamps
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Reach under the bumper cover
and remove the bulb socket from
the turn signal lamp by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the turn signal lamp bulb.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (3dr & 5dr)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the hatchback.
2. From inside the luggage
compartment remove the wing nut
of the rear light assembly cover.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver
remove the screw. The lamp is still
retained by a spring loaded clip.
Remove by gently pulling out the
light housing.
4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise as far as possible and pull it
out.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (sedan)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the trunk.
2. From inside the luggage
compartment remove the three wing
nuts of the light housing.
3. Gently pull the light housing to
the outside.
4. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and pull it out.
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5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (wagon)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the hatchback.
2. Using a screwdriver, remove the
fixings and trim from the body.
3. Remove the socket from the lamp
assembly
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and remove the
bulb socket from the foglamp by
turning counterclockwise.
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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Replacing side marker bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Reach under the front fender,
grasp the bulb socket and turn it
counterclockwise to remove it.
3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
Sedan
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
luggage compartment.
2. Using a screwdriver remove the
trim from the trunk lid.
3. Pull the bulb holder from the
lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
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3dr & 5dr and wagon
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Remove the screws using a Torx
T20 screwdriver and then remove
the plastic cover.
3. Unclip the bulb holder from the
reflector.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver in
the recess and pry out the complete
light assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing the luggage compartment lamp
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Carefully pry out the light
assembly from the holder with a
flathead screwdriver.
3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
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Replacing interior lamps
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Switch off the interior lamps
(middle switch position).
3. Pry out the light assembly with a
flat screwdriver at the side opposite
the switch.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing reading bulbs
1. Open the reading lamp assembly.
2. Pull the bulb straight out and
replace it.
3. After the bulb has been replaced,
close the lamp assembly.
Install in reverse order.
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•Place the Velcro hook onto the
side of the aftermarket
transmitter opposite of the
button.
•Place the transmitter into storage
compartment, button down.
•Place the provided height
adaptors onto the back of the
door as needed.
•Close the door.
•Press the depression in the door
to activate the transmitter.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (IF EQUIPPED)
Power outlets are designed for
accessory plugs only. Do not
hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not
covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power points are
located on the instrument panel and in the center console utility
compartment.
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use
the power point.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element.
The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse
rating. For example: a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts,
a 15A fuse should supply a maximum of 180 Watts and a 10A fuse should
supply a maximum of 120 Watts. Exceeding these limits will result in a
blown fuse.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
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Setting speed control
The controls for using your speed
control are located on the steering
wheel for your convenience.
1. Press the ON control and release
it.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
3. Press the SET ACCEL control
and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
5. The indicator light on the
instrument cluster will turn on.
Note:
•Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.
•If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.
•If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
Disengaging speed control
To disengage the speed control:
•Depress the brake pedal or
•Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped).
Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.
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To open the luggage compartment
door (lid) from within the luggage
compartment, pull the illuminated
“T”shaped handle and push up on
the trunk lid. The handle is
composed of a material that will
glow for hours in darkness following
brief exposure to ambient light.
The“T”shaped handle will be
located either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or inside
the luggage compartment near the
tail lamps.
Keep vehicle doors and
luggage compartment
locked and keep keys and remote
transmitters out of a child’s reach.
Unsupervised children could lock
themselves in the trunk and risk
injury. Children should be taught
not to play in vehicles.
On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can
rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high
temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious
heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are
particularly at risk.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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