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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, it
also operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from the
side mirrors.
Ensure that the ignition on. Press to turn the defroster on/off. The
indicator light will illuminate when activated.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
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HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp control
clockwise to the first position
to
turn on the parking lamps. Rotate
clockwise to the second
position
to also turn on the
headlamps.
Autolamp control (if equipped)
The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.
The autolamp system also keeps the
lights on for approximately
20 seconds or, on vehicles equipped
with a message center, you can
select a delay from 0–180 seconds,
after the ignition switch is turned to
off.
•To turn autolamps on, rotate the control to
.
•To turn autolamps off, rotate the control to
.
If your vehicle is not equipped with a message center, then the auto
lamps can be programmed manually by:
1. Start with the ignition in off and the autolamps
selected.
2. Turn off the autolamps by turning the headlamp switch to
.
3. Turn the ignition to on.
4. Turn the ignition to off.
5. Select the autolamps by turning the headlamp switch to
.
Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a 10 second period. At
this point, the headlamps and park lamps will turn on.
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6. Deselect the autolamps after the desired autolamp delay time
(maximum of three minutes).
At this point, the headlamps and park lamps will turn off.
Fog lamp control (if equipped)
The headlamp control also operates
the fog lamps. The fog lamps can be
turned on only when the headlamp
control is in the
,or
position and the high beams are not
turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp
indicator light
will illuminate.
High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
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Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
In order for the DRLs to function:
•the ignition must be in the on position and
•the headlamp control is in the
, parking lamp or autolamp position.
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the 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.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel when exterior
lights are on.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from left
to right to brighten the
instrument panel.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from right
to left to dim the instrument
panel.
•Rotate fully to the right (past detent) to turn on interior lamps.
•Rotate to the left position (past detent) to turn off the interior lamps
and to disable the illuminated entry feature. When the control is in the
far left position, it acts as a dome lamp defeat/override.
Note:If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer
switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.
This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting
conditions.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident, the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by your authorized dealer.
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Vertical aim adjustment
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) Center height of lamp to
ground
•(3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)
•(4) Horizontal reference line
2. Measure the height from the
center of your headlamp (indicated
by a 3.0 mm circle on the lens) 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).
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and
open the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light hits the wall.
4. On the wall or screen you will
observe a light pattern with a
distinct horizontal edge towards the
right. If this edge is not at the
horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge
is at the same height as the horizontal reference line.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on
each headlamp, then use a P2
Philips screwdriver to turn the
adjuster either counterclockwise (to
adjust down) or clockwise (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. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp.
8. 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
Front row map lamps (if equipped)
To turn on the map lamps, press the
outer edge of the clear lens. The
front row map lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is rotated until the
courtesy lamps come on.
•the remote entry controls are
pressed and the ignition is off.
Rear dome lamp (if equipped)
•ON or
D: The dome light will
stay on.
•DOOR or middle position: The
dome light will only come on if a
door is opened.
•OFF or
: The lamp will not
come on at all.
The rear dome lamp can be turned on or off by sliding the control.
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Rear dome/courtesy lamps (if equipped)
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.
Rear courtesy/reading/cargo lamps (if equipped)
The dome portion of the lamp, the
center light, can be turned on when
the panel dimmer control is rotated
fully up or when any door is
opened.
With the ignition key in the accessory or on position, the rear dome lamp
can be turned on or off by sliding the control.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamp condensation
Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, condensation can occur
when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a thin
film of mist can form on the interior of the lens. The thin mist eventually
clears and exits through the vents during normal operation. Clearing
time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions.
Examples of acceptable condensation are:
•Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)
•Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens
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Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:
•Water puddle inside the lamp
•Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens
Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
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 ensure 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
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps 2 H13/9008
Front park/turn lamps 2 3157NA
(natural amber)
Front sidemarker 2 168
Fog lamps 2 9140
Backup lamp (styleside) 2 921
Backup lamp (flareside) 2 3156
Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail lamp
(styleside)4 4057K
Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail lamp
(flareside)2 3057K
High-mount brakelamp 1 912
Cargo lamp 2 912
License plate lamp 2 194
Exterior mounted mirror turn signal
indicator (if equipped)2 See your dealer
Puddle lamp (if equipped) 2 See your dealer
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer
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