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1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters)
away.
•(1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)
•(2) VOL - subtract 2.1 inches (50
mm) from the measurement of
the center of the low beam lamp
to the ground.
•(3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)
•(4) Horizontal reference line
2. 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 2.1 inches (50 mm) below 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 (use the low beam center mark).
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 flat
edges at the top of the beam
pattern. If the flat edges are not at
the horizontal reference line, the
beam will need to be adjusted.
To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block
the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other.
5. Remove the sight shield, locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp, then usea6mmsocket wrench or screwdriver to adjust the
headlamp up or down.
6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS
NON-ADJUSTABLE.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Map lamps
The map lamps and controls are
located on the dome lamp. Press the
controls in front of each map lamp
to activate the lamps.
Rear courtesy/reading lamps
The courtesy lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is
OFF.
To manually turn on the courtesy lamps, press the button next to the
lamp.
BULB REPLACEMENT
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.
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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 and an
“E” for Europe 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 Trade Number
Headlamp low beam H11LL
Headlamp low beam (HID) D2R
Headlamp high beam 9005
Park and turn lamp (front) 3457 A/K (amber)
Side marker lamp (front) LED*
Foglamp 9145
Foglamp (LSE only) H11LL
Tail lamp, brakelamp, side lamp 3157K
Rear turn lamp 3157 A/K (amber)
Backup lamp 921
License plate lamp 168
High-mount brakelamp LED*
Map lamp (with moon roof) 906
Rail lamp (rear) 168
Map lamp (front) 906
Sun visor lighted mirror lamp E9SB-13465-BA
Glove compartment 194
Ashtray 194
Luggage compartment lamp 212-2
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
* See your dealer or a qualified technician for LED replacement.
Interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
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Map lamps
For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
The headlamp assembly contains the low beam bulb, the high beam bulb,
park/turn lamp bulb and led side marker. To replace any of these bulbs,
see your authorized dealer.
Replacing HID headlamp bulb (if equipped)
The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge”
source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. The bulb is replaceable.
When the bulb is burned out, the HID bulb must be replaced by your
authorized dealer.
Replacing the LED sidemarker
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal lamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and disconnect
the electrical connector from the
foglamp bulb.
2. Rotate the foglamp bulb
counterclockwise and remove from
the foglamp.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp. It is
designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, see
your authorized dealer.
Replacing tail lamp/backup bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the screw from the
license plate lamp assembly and pull
it down.
3. Remove bulb socket by turning
counterclockwise.
4. Carefully pull the bulb out from
the socket.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.
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ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR
To turn on the visor mirror lamps,
lift the mirror cover. Adjust the
amount of light by sliding the
control.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
1. Cupholders
2. Sliding arm rest (lift latch to slide
forward or rearward)
Note:Slide the arm rest to the
rearward position to open the utility
compartment.
3. Utility compartment, inside has
power point (front drivers side) and
coin holders (front passenger side)
4. Air vents to the rear seating
positions
5. Traction control/AdvanceTrac(if equipped)
6. Electronic park brake
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
ASHTRAY
In order to prevent damage, follow these instructions when
removing/installing the ashtray.
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The power point is an additional
power source for electrical
accessories. The auxiliary power
point is located on the instrument
panel next to the cigarette lighter.
Push the top door to access the
power point.
Another auxiliary power point is
located in the center console, refer
to theCenter Consolein this
chapter for more information.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power
point longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
Cigarette/Cigar lighter (if equipped)
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.
Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.
Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty.
POWER WINDOWS
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let
children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure
themselves.
When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free
of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in
the proximity of the window openings.
Press the rocker switches to open and close windows.
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Bounce Back (Front Windows Only)
When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as the
window is moving upward, the window will automatically move down and
stop at a prescribed position.
Bounce Back Override (Front Windows Only)
To override Bounce Back, within 2 seconds after reaching Bounce Back
position, if the rocker switch is moved from the Neutral to the Express
Up positionthe window will travel up with no bounce back
protection.If the switch is released before the window reaches fully
closed position, the window will stop. For example: Bounce Back
Override can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the window or
seals.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the rear power
windows.
To lock out the rear window
controls press the right side of the
control. Press the left side to
restore the window controls.
AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has an
auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from
the clear state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the
mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind, it will
automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare at night only.
Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may
impair proper mirror performance. (Examples: no parking stickers or
hanging tags.)
Ensure the mirror is pulled down low enough to prevent visibility
interference with the overhead console. The mirror support arm has two
pivot points which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from
SIDE to SIDE.
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