Interior light
CAUTION:
Do not use the interior lights for
extended periods when the engine
is not running.
It may cause battery discharge.
Map lamp
• : Push the switch to turn the
map lamp on or off. This light
produces a spot beam for convenient
use as a map lamp at
night or as a personal lamp for
the driver and the front passenger.
Mood lamp
The mood lamp comes on when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Dome lamp
• ON (1) :
In the ON position, the light stays on at all times.
CAUTION:
Do not leave the switch in this position
for an extended period of time
when the vehicle is not running.
• OFF (2):
In the OFF position, the light stays off at all times, even when a door is open.
• DOOR (3) :
In the DOOR position, the light comes on when any door is opened regardless of the ignition switch position.
When doors are unlocked by the transmitter, the light comes on for approximately 30 seconds as long as any door is not open. The light goes out gradually after approximately 30 seconds if the door is closed. However, if the ignition switch is ON or all doors are locked, the light will turn off immediately.
If a door is opened the light stays on for about 20 minutes. However, if a door is opened with the ignition switch in the ON position, the light stays on continuously.
Trunk room lamp
The trunk room lamp comes on when the trunk is opened.
Glove box lamp (if equipped)
The glove box lamp comes on when the glove box is opened.
Vanity mirror lamp (if equipped)
Opening the lid of the vanity mirror will automatically turn on the mirror light.
See also:
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Power steering
Checking the power steering
fluid level
With the vehicle on level ground,
check the fluid level in the power
steering reservoir periodically. The
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MIN marks on t ...
Vehicle break-in process
No special break-in period is needed. By
following a few simple precautions for the
first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
• Do not race th ...