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•Press the setup button- The message center then displays the next
menu selection in its list.
•Press the reset button- The message center then proceeds to the
next sequence/step (3) below.
•The message center sends/issues the“Autolamp Delay Command”to
the body security module (BSM).
•The body security module responds within 100 milliseconds with next
auto lamp exit delay time.
3. Next sequence/step number is one (1) steps 1,2,3,4 & 5 are repeated
until exit via step 2.
4. The message center displays the next menu selection.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
To activate DRL:
•the ignition must be in the ON position and
•the headlamp control is in the
orposition
•the parking brake must be disengaged.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.
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Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
AUTOMATIC PANEL DIMMING
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parklamp operation.
The instrument panel illumination
automatically adjusts to provide the
best visibility as outside light levels
change; this can range from full on
to dim during dark or nearly dark
outside conditions, to completely off
during bright outside conditions.
This will work independently from the headlamp, parklamp and autolamp
systems.
At all illumination levels, the instrument panel lights can still be dimmed
by using the panel dimmer control.
The dimmer switch can be used to control the interior dome lamps.
Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the
interior lamps and the outside mirror puddle lamps.
Move the control to the full down position, past detent, to prevent the
interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened. When the
control is in the full down position, it acts as a dome lamp
defeat/override.
VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT
Your vehicle is fitted with eitherVOR(conventional halogen) orVOL
(High Intensity Discharge - HID) headlamps. The adjustment procedure
depends on the type of headlamps that are equipped on your vehicle.
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VORorVOLis marked on the bottom of the headlamp in the center of
the lamp. Please check the lens markings prior to adjusting the vehicle
aim.
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.
•(1) Eight feet
•(2)VOR–Measurement of the center height of lamp to ground
VOL–Subtract 2 inches (50 mm) from the measurement of the
center height of the lamp to ground
•(3) Twenty-five feet
•(4) Horizontal reference line
2.VOR:Measure the height from
the center of your headlamp to the
ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4
meter) horizontal reference line on
the vertical wall or screen at this
height (a piece of masking tape
works well). The center of the lamp
is marked by a 3.0 mm circle on the
headlamp lens.
VOL:Measure the height from the
center of your headlamp to the
ground, subtract, 2.1 inches (50 mm), and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter)
horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a
piece of masking tape works well). The center of the lamp is marked by
a 3.0 mm circle on the headlamp lens.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and
open the hood.
4. On the wall or screen you will
observe a light pattern with a
distinct horizontal edge of high
intensity with a slight angle towards
the right. If this is not at the
horizontal reference line, the beam
will need to be adjusted.
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster hole
in the upper radiator sight shield.
The hole is located on the top of the
headlamp. Insert a standard #2
Phillips screwdriver into the hole
until it engages the vertical adjuster
gear. Turn the screwdriver either
counterclockwise (to adjust down)
or clockwise to (to adjust up)
aligning the upper edge of the light
pattern up to the horizontal line.
6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS
NON-ADJUSTABLE.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
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INTERIOR LAMPS
Front row map lights (if equipped)
To turn on the map lights, press the
edge of the light.
Second row dome lamps
The dome lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is rotated up until the
courtesy lamps come on.
•any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is
OFF.
The reading portion (the two outer lights) can only be toggled on and off
at the lamp.
Third row courtesy/reading/cargo lamps
The dome portion of the lamp (the
center light) can be turned on when
the headlamp control is rotated fully
up or when any door is opened.
With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the rear dome lamp can
be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control.
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BULBS
Headlamp Condensation
The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters
the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear
within 45 minutes of headlamp operation.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized“D.O.T.”for North America to assure
lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The
correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp
assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Park/turn lamps
(front)2
3157 AK (amber)
TH headlamps, low
beam2
H11
HID headlamps, low
beam*2
D2R
Headlamps, high beam 2 9005 (HB3)
Front sidemarker 2 WY5W
Rear stop/turn/tail
lamps4
3057K
Back-up lamps 2 3156K
Fog lamp 2 9140
Liftgate lamp 4 916
High-mount stop lamp 32 LEDS 2C54–13A613**
Rear license plate
lamp2
168
Mirror turn signal
lamp2
906
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Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Approach lamp 2 912
Cargo lamp 1 211-2
Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906)
Map lamps 2 168 (T10)
Front footwell light 2 194
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer.
*For vehicles with HID lamps see your dealer.
**The entire LED display must be replaced.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Map lamps
To change the map lamp bulbs:
1. Use a small screwdriver to
remove the map lamp lens.
2. To remove the old bulb, twist
1⁄4
turn and pull it out.
3. Twist in a new bulb.
4. Align and press the map lamp
lens back on and test the lamp operation.
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Liftgate lamps
To change the liftgate lamp bulbs:
1. Use a small screwdriver to
remove the liftgate lamp lens.
2. To remove the old bulb, twist
1⁄4
turn and pull it out.
3. Twist in a new bulb.
4. Align and press the liftgate lamp
lens back on and test the lamp
operation.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
To remove the headlamps from the vehicle to change the HIGH BEAM
bulb:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position, then open the
hood.
2. Remove the plastic radiator cover
over the headlamps by grasping the
rear edge of the cover and pulling
up and toward you. This will
disengage the four snap-on
attachments of the cover. Set the
cover aside.
3. Pry back the top corner of the
radiator cover to gain access to the
inner retaining pins. At the back of
the headlamp, pry up and remove
the two retainer pins to release the
headlamp assembly from the vehicle
and pull headlamp forward.
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