Lighting
Turn the dial to make a selection.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Note: The indicator illuminates next to the
Condensation in the Exterior Front
active selection.
Lamps and Rear Lamps
Lamps off.
Exterior front lamps and rear lamps have
vents to accommodate normal changes
in air pressure.
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Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and
rear lamps.
Condensation can be a natural by-product
of this design. When moist air enters the
lamp assembly through the vents, there is
a possibility that condensation can occur
when the temperature is cold. When
normal condensation occurs, a fine mist
can form on the interior of the lens. The
fine mist eventually clears and exits
Autolamps.
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Headlamps on.
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through the vents during normal operation.
Note: The lighting control defaults to
autolamps every time you switch your
vehicle on.
Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours
under dry weather conditions.
Examples of acceptable condensation are:
Switching High Beam Headlamps
On and Off
•
The presence of a fine mist (no streaks,
drip marks or large droplets).
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A fine mist covers less than 50% of the
lens.
Examples of unacceptable condensation
are:
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A water puddle inside the lamp.
Streaks, drip marks or large droplets
present on the interior of the lens.
If you see any unacceptable condensation,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized
dealer.
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Push the lever away from you to
switch the high beam on.
LIGHTING CONTROL
Lighting Control Selections
Push the lever forward again or pull the
lever toward you to switch the high beams
off.
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