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Reversing Light & Rear Direction Indicators
See below steps for bulb replacement:

1. Open liftgate

2. Using a suitable tool, undo the two inboard screws, then release the light cluster from the
respective pin fasteners pulling it carefully.

Tail Light Screws
3. Disconnect the connector, then undo the two
screws to access the bulbs.

Tail Light Access

4. Locate faulty bulb and press slightly and turn at the same time: counterclockwise to extract;
clockwise to install.
5. Reposition the bulb holder assembly in the headlight body, proceed until you hear the tabs
click.
6. Reinstall tail lamp assembly and close liftgate. License Plate Lights
See below steps for bulb replacement:
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:

1. Using a suitable tool remove the license plate
lens.

License Plate Light Location
License Plate Light

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2. Remove the bulbs from the individual side contacts.

Lamp Assembly

3. Insert the new bulbs, and ensure that they are properly locked between the contacts.
4. Reinstall the license plate lens.
NOTE:If removal the license plate lens using a suitable
tool, be sure to cover the tip of the suitable with a
cloth so no damage is done to the lenses or the
vehicle paint.
Replacing Interior Bulbs
Front Courtesy Light
See below steps for bulb replacement:

1. Using a suitable tool remove the front courtesy light as shown.

Front Courtesy Light Housing

2. Release the retainer clips and bulb housing as shown.
Front Courtesy Bulb Housing

3. Replace the bulbs by pulling straight out of bulb housing.

Front Courtesy Bulb Housing

1 — Bulb Holder
2 — Bulb
1 — Retaining Clips
2 — Bulb Housing

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4. Insert the new bulbs, making sure that they are properly locked.
5. Reassemble the bulb housing and courtesy light housing making sure that they are
properly locked.
6. Install the front courtesy light making sure that it is properly locked.
Dome Light Vanity Mirror
See below steps for bulb replacement:

1. Lift the cover of the mirror and pull out the visor mirror light cover.

2. Replace the bulb, releasing it from the side contacts, and then insert the new bulb, making
sure that it is properly locked between the
contacts.
Visor Mirror Cover

3. Reinstall the visor mirror light cover making sure that it is properly locked.
4. Finally lower the visor mirror cover to the mirror. Dome Light Glove Compartment
See below steps for bulb replacement:

1. Open the glove compartment.

2. Place your fingers inside the light assembly,
pull the bulb to replace it.

Bulb Removal/Installation

3. Insert the new bulb, making sure it is properly locked.
1 — Visor Mirror Cover
2 — Visor Mirror Light
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Rear Dome Light — Without Retractable Roof
See below steps for bulb replacement:

1. Using a suitable tool release the lamp
assembly at both the ends.

2. Open the flap and replace the bulb.

Rear Dome Light

3. Insert the new bulb, locking it between the contacts.
4. Reinstall the dome light.
Dome Light
See below steps for bulb replacement:
1. Lower the handle in the direction shown
remove the dome light.

Retractable Roof Light

2. Replace the bulb by removing it from the side contacts.

Bulb
3. Insert the new bulb, locking it between the
contacts.
4. Reinstall the dome light.
Interior Cargo Lights
See below steps for bulb replacement:

1. Open the luggage compartment and remove the dome light assembly.

2. Open the light cover and replace the bulb.

Light Cover

3. Close the light cover over the bulb.
4. Reinstall the dome light in its correct position.
1 — Bulb
2 — Flap
WARNING!
Before proceeding with the lamp replace
-
ment, wait for the lamp to cool: DANGER OF
BURNS!

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TIRES
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION
Tire safety information will cover aspects of the
following information: Tire Markings, Tire
Identification Numbers, Tire Terminology and
Definitions, Tire Pressures, and Tire Loading.
Tire Markings

Tire Markings

NOTE:
P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on US
design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter
“P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size
designation. Example: P215/65R15 95H.
European — Metric tire sizing is based on Euro -
pean design standards. Tires designed to this
standard have the tire size molded into the side -
wall beginning with the section width. The letter
"P" is absent from this tire size designation.
Example: 215/65R15 96H.
LT (Light Truck) — Metric tire sizing is based on
US design standards. The size designation for
LT-Metric tires is the same as for P-Metric tires
except for the letters “LT” that are molded into
the sidewall preceding the size designation.
Example: LT235/85R16.
Temporary spare tires are designed for tempo -
rary emergency use only. Temporary high pres -
sure compact spare tires have the letter “T” or
“S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size
designation. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
High flotation tire sizing is based on US design
standards and it begins with the tire diameter
molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5
R15 LT.
Modifications or repair of the electrical system
performed incorrectly and without taking into
account the technical characteristics can
cause malfunctions with the risk of fire.
Halogen lamps contain gas under pressure, in
the event of breakage be careful of the projec -
tion of fragments of glass.
Halogen lamps must be handled by touching
only the metallic part. If the transparent bulb
is in contact with the fingers, reduces the
intensity of the emitted light and you can also
affect the life of the lamp. In case of acci -
dental contact, rub the bulb with a cloth damp -
ened with alcohol and allow to dry.
WARNING!

1 — US DOT Safety Standards Code (TIN)

2 — Size Designation
3 — Service Description
4 — Maximum Load
5 — Maximum Pressure
6 — Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades
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TIRE SIZING CHART
EXAMPLE:
Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT
P = Passenger car tire size based on US design standards, or
"....blank...." = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or
LT = Light truck tire based on US design standards, or
T or S = Temporary spare tire or
31 = Overall diameter in inches (in)
215, 235, 145 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%)
Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or
10.5 = Section width in inches (in)
R = Construction code
"R" means radial construction, or
"D" means diagonal or bias construction
15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in)
Service Description:
95 = Load Index
A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry
H = Speed Symbol
A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions
The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading,
road conditions, and posted speed limits)

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Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including
the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is
not found on the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard side of the tire.Load Identification:
Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire:
XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or
LL
= Light load tire or
C, D, E, F, G = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load – Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry
Maximum Pressure – Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire
EXAMPLE:
EXAMPLE:
DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301
DOT = Department of Transportation
This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the US Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use
MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits)
L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits)
ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits)
03 means the 3rd week
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Tire Terminology And Definitions
01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits)
01 means the year 2001
Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could
represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991
Term Definition
B-pillarThe vehicle B-pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the
front door.
Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has
not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km)
after sitting for a minimum of three hours. Inflation pressure is measured in
units of PSI (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascals).
Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire
inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into
the sidewall.
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer's recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown
on the tire placard.
Tire Placard A label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle’s loading
capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire
inflation pressures.
EXAMPLE:

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