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Lighting System: Other Subaru Forester SJ

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CAUTION

  1. Before disassembling or reassembling parts, always disconnect the battery ground cable from battery. When replacing the audio, control module and other parts provided with memory functions, record the memory contents before disconnecting the battery ground cable. Otherwise, the memory is cleared.
  2. Reassemble the parts in the reverse order of disassembly procedure unless otherwise indicated.
  3. Connect the connectors securely during reassembly.
  4. After reassembly, make sure that the each component operates normally.
  5. Yellow connectors and harnesses with yellow tapes around them are the connectors and harnesses for the airbag system. Using a tester above such circuits may cause malfunction of airbag system. Follow the cautions of "AIRBAG SYSTEM" in this case. < Ref. to «CAUTION»(ref-662142-S33828179652014101300000) , General Description. >
  6. Be careful not to damage the airbag system wiring harness when servicing electrical parts and switches.
  7. If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor (steering roll connector) are removed, adjust the steering angle sensor. < Ref. to «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-662135-S18423196602014101300000) , VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U). >

GENERAL TOOL

TOOL NAMEREMARKS
Circuit testerUsed for measuring resistance and voltage.
Steering wheel pullerUsed for removing the steering wheel.

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Main fuse boxHeadlight relay (HI)(A)
Headlight relay (LO)(B)
Fuse 15 A (high beam LH/RH)(C)
Fuse 30 A (combination light LH/RH)(D)
Fuse 15A (turn signal & hazard unit, key illumination)(E)
Fuse 15A (tail and illumination relay, daytime running light relay)(F)
Daytime running light relay(G)
Relay & fuse boxFuse 15A (stop light and brake switch)(H)
Fuse 10A (inhibitor switch, back-up light switch, Auto Headlight Beam Leveler Control Module)(I)
Fuse 15A (front fog light relay)(J)
Fuse 7.5A (turn signal & hazard unit)(K)
Relay holder LHTail & illumination relay(L)
Relay holder RHFront fog light relay(M)

Note. For other related fuses, refer to the wiring diagram. < Ref. to POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT . >

CHECK FUSE

  1. Remove the fuse and inspect visually.
  2. If the fuse is blown out, replace the fuse. NOTE: If the fuse is blown again, check the system wiring harness.

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  1. Check the resistance between relay terminals. Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard Circuit 1 - 2 Always 1 Mohms or more 1 - 2 Apply battery voltage between terminals 4 and 3. Less than 1 ohms Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard Circuit 1 - 2 Always 1 Mohms or more 1 - 4 Always Less than 1 ohms 1 - 2 Apply battery voltage between terminals 3 and 5. Less than 1 ohms
  2. Replace the relay if the inspection result is not within the standard value.

AUTO HEADLIGHT SYSTEM CHECK

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1 CHECK HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION. Set the lighting switch to the switch 1 (TAIL) and switch 2 (HEAD).Do the tail and headlight illuminate?Go to step 2 .Check the combination switch (light) and headlight bulb.
2 CHECK CURRENT DATA. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, display the data of «Lighting AUTO input». NOTE: For detailed procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".Does the display switch between OFF <----> ON when the lighting switch is moved to AUTO position?Go to step 3 .Go to step 8 .
3 CHECK CURRENT DATA. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, display the data of «Illumination Sensor Output». Measure the voltage when the area around the light control sensor, which was dark, becomes bright. Illumination sensor output Dark condition: Approx. 0.6 V or less Bright condition: Approx. 3.0 V or moreIs the voltage output according to the brightness?Check and replace the body integrated unit. Inspection: < Ref. to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE . > Replacement: < Ref. to BODY INTEGRATED UNIT . >Go to step 4 .
4 CHECK HARNESS. Disconnect the connectors from body integrated unit and light control sensor. Check the harness between body integrated unit and light control sensor. Connector & terminal (B280) No. 19 - (i89) No. 2: (B280) No. 29 - (i89) No. 1: (B281) No. 1 - (i89) No. 3Is harness normal?Go to step 5 .Repair or replace the harness.
5 CHECK HARNESS. Connect the connector of body integrated unit. Turn the ignition switch to ON. Measure the voltage between light control sensor connector and chassis ground. Connector & terminal (i89) No. 3 (+) - Chassis ground (-)Is the voltage 4.5 - 5.5 V?Go to step 6 .Replace the body integrated unit. < Ref. to BODY INTEGRATED UNIT . >
6 CHECK BODY INTEGRATED UNIT. Measure the resistance between the body integrated unit and chassis ground. Connector & terminal (B280) No. 29 - Chassis groundIs the resistance less than 10 ohms?Go to step 7 .Replace the body integrated unit. < Ref. to BODY INTEGRATED UNIT . >
7 CHECK LIGHT CONTROL SENSOR. Connect the light control sensor connector. Check the light control sensor. < Ref. to INSPECTION , Light Control Sensor. >Is the light control sensor normal?Go to step 8 .Replace the light control sensor.
8 CHECK COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHT). Check the combination switch (light). < Ref. to INSPECTION , Combination Switch (Light). >Is the combination switch (light) normal?Go to step 9 .Replace the combination switch (light).
9 CHECK HARNESS. Disconnect the connectors of body integrated unit and combination switch (light). Check the harness between body integrated unit and combination switch (light). Connector & terminal (B71) No. 19 - (B281) No. 16Is harness normal?Check and replace the body integrated unit. Inspection: < Ref. to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE . > Replacement: < Ref. to BODY INTEGRATED UNIT . >Repair or replace the harness.
NOTE
For detailed procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".

CHECK LIGHTING SWITCH

Refer to the "INSPECTION" of the "Combination Switch (Light)". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Combination Switch (Light). >

CHECK DIMMER & PASSING SWITCH

Refer to the "INSPECTION" of the "Combination Switch (Light)". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Combination Switch (Light). >

NOTE

For operation procedures of each component of the headlight system, refer to the respective section.

  1. Headlight Assembly: < Ref. to «HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S33336250772014101300000) . >
  2. Headlight bulb: < Ref. to «HEADLIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S33509036292014101300000) . >
  3. Combination switch (light): < Ref. to «COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHT)»(ref-662141-S01417494342014101300000) . >
  4. Light control sensor: < Ref. to «LIGHT CONTROL SENSOR»(ref-662141-S21986898422014101300000) . >

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM CHECK

StepCheckYesNo
1 CHECK BODY INTEGRATED UNIT. > Read the DTC using Subaru Select Monitor. NOTE: For detailed procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".Is DTC displayed?Perform the diagnosis according to DTC.Go to step 2 .
2 CHECK CURRENT DATA. Display the following items using Subaru Select Monitor. «Parking Brake Switch Input» «Shift position» «Lighting II Switch Input»Is the input signal normal?Go to step 3 .Check the defective part.
3 CHECK RELAY. Check the daytime running light relay. < Ref. to CHECK RELAY , INSPECTION, Relay and Fuse. >Is the relay OK?Go to step 4 .Replace the relay.
4 CHECK HARNESS. Check each harness.Is harness normal?Replace the body integrated unit. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Body Integrated Unit. >Repair or replace the harness.
NOTE
For detailed procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".

For operation procedures of each component of the daytime running light system, refer to the respective section.

  1. Headlight Assembly: < Ref. to «HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S33336250772014101300000) . >
  2. Headlight bulb: < Ref. to «HEADLIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S33509036292014101300000) . >
  3. Combination switch (light): < Ref. to «COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHT)»(ref-662141-S01417494342014101300000) . >
  4. Daytime running resistor: < Ref. to «DAY TIME RUNNING RESISTOR»(ref-662141-S41135193322014101300000) . >

Refer to the "INSPECTION" of the "Combination Switch (Light)". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Combination Switch (Light). >

For operation procedures of each component of the clearance light & illumination light system, refer to the respective sections.

  1. Combination switch (light): < Ref. to «COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHT)»(ref-662141-S01417494342014101300000) . >
  2. Parking light bulb: < Ref. to «CLEARANCE/PARKING LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S29627880092014101300000) . >
  3. Front side marker light bulb: < Ref. to «FRONT SIDE MARKER LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S26685537832014101300000) . >
  4. Rear combination light assembly: < Ref. to «REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S28147541192014101300000) . >
  5. Tail light/stop light bulb: < Ref. to «TAIL/STOP LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S34885284222014101300000) . >
  6. Rear side marker light bulb: < Ref. to «REAR SIDE MARKER LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S28114156222014101300000) . >
  7. License plate light: < Ref. to «LICENSE PLATE LIGHT»(ref-662141-S03147074812014101300000) . >
  8. Ignition switch illumination: < Ref. to «IGNITION SWITCH ILLUMINATION»(ref-662141-S36582209262014101300000) . >

CHECK FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH

Refer to the "INSPECTION" of the "Combination Switch (Light)". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Combination Switch (Light). >

For operation procedures of each component of the front fog light system, refer to the respective section.

  1. Combination switch (light): < Ref. to «COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHT)»(ref-662141-S01417494342014101300000) . >
  2. Front fog light assembly: < Ref. to «FRONT FOG LIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S37343017082014101300000) . >
  3. Front fog light bulb: < Ref. to «FRONT FOG LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S13482349282014101300000) . >

CHECK TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Refer to the "INSPECTION" of the "Combination Switch (Light)". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Combination Switch (Light). >

CHECK HAZARD SWITCH

Refer to the "INSPECTION" of the "Hazard Switch". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Hazard Switch. >

CHECK TURN SIGNAL & HAZARD UNIT

Refer to "INSPECTION" of the "Turn Signal Light & Hazard Light Unit". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Turn Signal Light & Hazard Light Unit. >

For operation procedures of each component of the turn signal and hazard light system, refer to the respective sections.

  1. Combination switch (light): < Ref. to «COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHT)»(ref-662141-S01417494342014101300000) . >
  2. Front turn signal light bulb: < Ref. to «FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S32785119582014101300000) . >
  3. Side turn signal light assembly: < Ref. to «SIDE TURN SIGNAL LIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S27518056732014101300000) . >
  4. Rear combination light assembly: < Ref. to «REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S28147541192014101300000) . >
  5. Rear turn signal light bulb: < Ref. to «REAR TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S33077724442014101300000) . >
  6. Hazard switch: < Ref. to «HAZARD SWITCH»(ref-662141-S39835620982014101300000) . >
  7. Turn signal & hazard unit: < Ref. to «TURN SIGNAL LIGHT & HAZARD LIGHT UNIT»(ref-662141-S35566050662014101300000) . >

CHECK BACK-UP LIGHT SWITCH (MT MODEL)

Refer to "INSPECTION" of the "Switches and Harness" in "MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL" article. < Ref. to BACK-UP LIGHT SWITCH , INSPECTION, Switches and Harness. >

CHECK INHIBITOR SWITCH (CVT MODEL)

Refer to "INSPECTION" of the "Inhibitor Switch" in "CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION" article.

  1. Non-turbo model: < Ref. to «INSPECTION»(ref-662125-S33042315172014101300000) , Inhibitor Switch. >
  2. Turbo model: < Ref. to «INSPECTION»(ref-662126-S24520988952014101300000) , Inhibitor Switch. >

For operation procedures of each component of the back-up light system, refer to the respective section.

  1. Rear combination light assembly: < Ref. to «REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S28147541192014101300000) . >
  2. Back-up light bulb: < Ref. to «BACK-UP LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S22264205082014101300000) . >

CHECK STOP LIGHT SWITCH

Refer to "INSPECTION" of the "Stop Light Switch" in "BRAKE" article. < Ref. to INSPECTION , Stop Light Switch. >

For operation procedures of each component of the stop light system, refer to the respective section.

  1. Rear combination light assembly: < Ref. to «REAR COMBINATION LIGHT ASSEMBLY»(ref-662141-S28147541192014101300000) . >
  2. Tail light/stop light bulb: < Ref. to «TAIL/STOP LIGHT BULB»(ref-662141-S34885284222014101300000) . >
  3. High-mounted stop light: < Ref. to «HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LIGHT»(ref-662141-S34989187862014101300000) . >

CHECK DOOR SWITCH

Refer to the "INSPECTION" of the "Door Switch". < Ref. to INSPECTION , Door Switch. >

CHECK REAR GATE LATCH SWITCH

  1. Except for model with power rear gate: refer to "INSPECTION" of the "Rear Gate Latch and Actuator Assembly" in "SECURITY AND LOCKS" article. < Ref. to «ACTUATOR»(ref-662152-S30620707562014101300000) , INSPECTION, Rear Gate Latch and Actuator Assembly. >
  2. Model with power rear gate: Refer to "INSPECTION" of the "Power Rear Gate Auto Closer" in "POWER REAR GATE SYSTEM" article. < Ref. to «INSPECTION»(ref-662105-S18211992162014101300000) , Power Rear Gate Auto Closer. >

For operation procedures of each component of the interior light system, refer to the respective section.

  1. Spot map light: < Ref. to «SPOT MAP LIGHT»(ref-662141-S14034568212014101300000) . >
  2. Room light: < Ref. to «ROOM LIGHT»(ref-662141-S35015647012014101300000) . >
  3. Luggage room light: < Ref. to «LUGGAGE ROOM LIGHT»(ref-662141-S04410829862014101300000) . >
  4. Door step light: < Ref. to «DOOR STEP LIGHT»(ref-662141-S13409974592014101300000) . >
  5. Door switch: < Ref. to «DOOR SWITCH»(ref-662141-S39313591912014101300000) . >

PROCEDURE

When parts related to the auto headlight beam leveler system are removed or replaced, perform the following procedures to initialize or reinitialize.

Note. Before performing initialization or reinitialization, check the following: Vehicle is parked on a level surface. The inflation pressure of tires is correct. Unload any cargo from the vehicle. Vehicle's fuel tank is fully filled. Refer to the following chart to determine whether to initialize or reinitialize.

InitializationWhen the Auto Headlight Beam Leveler Control Module was replaced with a new module.
ReinitializationWhen the Auto Headlight Beam Leveler Control Module was replaced with a part from another vehicle. When suspension parts have been removed or replaced. (Crossmember, front arm, sub frame, lateral link, housing, strut etc.) When the vehicle height sensor has been replaced or removed.
CAUTIONIf the indicator does not flash three times or the headlight beam does not operate, it can be assumed that there is an open circuit or faulty wiring in the harness of the Auto Headlight Beam Leveler Control Module, vehicle height sensors or headlight assembly. Perform inspection and repair according to the inspection results, then perform initialization/reinitialization again. Initialization: < Ref. to INITIALIZATION , PROCEDURE, Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System. > Reinitialization: < Ref. to REINITIALIZATION , PROCEDURE, Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System. >

INITIALIZATION

  1. Check that the indicator in the meter is flashing twice repeatedly.
  2. Bounce the vehicle several times to normalize the suspension.
  3. Make certain that someone is seated in the driver's seat.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to ON, and within 1.5 - 20 seconds, turn the headlight switch OFF --> ON for three successive times.
  5. Make sure that the indicator in the meter flashes three times and then turns OFF, indicating that initialization has been successfully completed. (At this time, the headlight beam drops once, and then returns to the original position.)
  6. Perform beam adjustment for the headlight. < Ref. to «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-662141-S08238273592014101300000) , Headlight Assembly. >

REINITIALIZATION

  1. Bounce the vehicle several times to normalize the suspension.
  2. Make certain that someone is seated in the driver's seat.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to ON, and, within 1.5 - 10 seconds, turn the headlight switch OFF --> ON five or more successive times.
  4. Check that the headlight beam drops once, then returns to normal.
  5. After confirming 4), turn the ignition switch to OFF within 30 seconds.
  6. Turn the ignition switch to ON again, and, within 1.5 - 10 seconds, turn the headlight switch OFF --> ON five or more successive times.
  7. Make sure that the indicator in the meter flashes three times and then turns OFF, indicating that reinitialization has been successfully completed. (At this time, the headlight beam drops once, and then returns to the original position.)
  8. Perform beam adjustment for the headlight. < Ref. to «ADJUSTMENT»(ref-662141-S08238273592014101300000) , Headlight Assembly. >

For operation procedures of each component of the auto headlight beam leveler system, refer to the respective section.

  1. Auto Headlight Beam Leveler Control Module: < Ref. to «AUTO HEADLIGHT BEAM LEVELER CONTROL MODULE»(ref-662141-S21137491412014101300000) . >
  2. Vehicle height sensor: < Ref. to «REAR HEIGHT SENSOR»(ref-662141-S14127783082014101300000) . >

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  1. Position the front wheels straight ahead. (After moving a vehicle 5 m (16 ft) or more with front wheels positioned straight ahead, make sure that the vehicle moves straight ahead.)
  2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  3. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work.
  4. Remove the driver's airbag module. CAUTION: Before handling the airbag module, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". < Ref. to «CAUTION»(ref-662142-S33828179652014101300000) , General Description. > Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (3 locations). Disconnect the horn harness and airbag connector, and remove the driver's airbag module. < Ref. to «DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE, KNEE AIRBAG MODULE, CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE AND PRETENSIONER»(ref-662142-S01932333622014101300000) , PROCEDURE, Airbag Connector. >
  5. Remove the steering wheel. CAUTION: Always use the steering wheel puller for removal to avoid deforming the steering wheel. If the steering wheel has been removed, make sure that the steering roll connector is not turned from the original position. Disconnect the connector and remove the nut. Put alignment marks and remove the steering wheel using a steering wheel puller. Preparation tool: Steering wheel puller
  6. Remove the cover assembly - column. Release the screws and claws. Remove the cap - key cylinder (a). (Model with keyless access) Remove the cover assembly - column UPR and the cover assembly - column LWR.
  7. Remove the steering roll connector. CAUTION: Make sure that the steering roll connector is not turned from the original position. Disconnect the connector under the steering roll connector. Release the claws and remove the steering roll connector.
  8. Remove the switch assembly - combination wiper select. Disconnect the connector. Release the claws, and pull out the switch assembly - combination wiper select. CAUTION: Do not press the claws with excessive force. They may be damaged.
  9. Remove the switch assembly - combination turn dimmer. Disconnect the connector, and loosen the clamp to release the claws. Pull out the switch assembly - combination turn dimmer from the column assembly - steering.

WHEN REMOVING RH SIDE

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONThe HID type uses very high voltages for the lighting circuit. Make sure that the power supply is turned OFF before working.

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the clips and remove the air intake duct (rear).
  3. Detach the flange section on the right side of the bumper face - front. Remove each bumper clip. Apply protective tape (A) to the light assembly - head. Release the clips, and while pushing up the lower side (a) of the bumper face - front, remove from (b) to (e). CAUTION: Do not pull forcibly. It may damage the flange sections of the bumper face - front.
  4. Remove the light assembly - head. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the light assembly - head, fender COMPL - front, and bumper face - front. Disconnect connectors. Remove the bolts and clips, and remove the light assembly - head.

WHEN REMOVING LH SIDE

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONThe HID type uses very high voltages for the lighting circuit. Make sure that the power supply is turned OFF before working.

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Detach the flange section on the bumper face - front left side. Remove each bumper clip. Apply protective tape (A) to the light assembly - head. Release the clips, and while pushing up the lower side (a) of the bumper face - front, remove in the order from (b) to (e). CAUTION: Do not pull forcibly. It may damage the flange sections of the bumper face - front.
  3. Remove the light assembly - head. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the light assembly - head, fender COMPL - front, and bumper face - front. Disconnect connectors. Remove the bolts and clips, and remove the light assembly - head.

WHEN REMOVING BOTH SIDE

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONThe HID type uses very high voltages for the lighting circuit. Make sure that the power supply is turned OFF before working.

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the clips and remove the air intake duct (rear).
  3. Remove the bumper face - front. < Ref. to «REMOVAL»(ref-662136-S29172358482014101300000) , Front Bumper. >
  4. Remove the light assembly - head. Disconnect connectors. Remove the bolts and clips, and remove the light assembly - head.

HIGH BEAM

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONBecause the halogen bulb operates at a high temperature, dirt and oil on the bulb surface reduces the bulb's service life. Hold the flange portion when replacing the bulb. Never touch the glass portion. Do not leave the light assembly - head without the bulb for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the light may affect its performance.

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the clips and remove the air intake duct (rear). (When removing the high beam bulb RH)
  3. Disconnect the connector and remove the high beam bulb.

HALOGEN TYPE LOW BEAM

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONBecause the halogen bulb operates at a high temperature, dirt and oil on the bulb surface reduces the bulb's service life. Hold the flange portion when replacing the bulb. Never touch the glass portion. Do not leave the light assembly - head without the bulb for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the light may affect its performance.

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the clips and remove the air intake duct (rear). (When removing the low beam bulb RH)
  3. Disconnect the connector and remove the low beam bulb. CAUTION: Make sure to check if any bulb O-ring is remained on the housing side as this may sometimes happen.

HID TYPE LOW BEAM

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONBecause the lighting circuit uses high voltage, be sure to confirm that the power supply is turned off before operation. When replacing bulb, hold the flange area. Be careful not to touch the glass area. Do not leave the light assembly - head without the bulb and ballast - headlight for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the light may affect its performance.

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the battery. (When removing the low beam bulb LH) < Ref. to «REMOVAL»(ref-662144-S03551831502014101300000) , Battery. >
  3. Remove the air cleaner case. (When removing the low beam bulb RH) Non-turbo model: < Ref. to «REMOVAL»(ref-662120-S29644372242014101300000) , Air Cleaner Case. > Turbo model: < Ref. to «REMOVAL»(ref-662121-S18634593152014101300000) , Air Cleaner Case. >
  4. Remove the low beam bulb. Disconnect the connector. Remove the ballast - headlight, and pull out the light assembly - head. Remove the bulb socket and remove the ballast - headlight. Unlock the bulb spring, and remove the low beam bulb.

HALOGEN TYPE

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONBecause the halogen bulb operates at a high temperature, dirt and oil on the bulb surface reduces the bulb's service life. Hold the flange portion when replacing the bulb. Never touch the glass portion. Do not leave the light assembly - head without the bulb for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the headlight may affect its performance.
  1. Visually check the bulb for blow out.
  2. Check the bulb specification. < Ref. to «SPECIFICATION»(ref-662141-S38834196822014101300000) , General Description. >
  3. Replace the bulb if it is found defective.

HID TYPE

WARNINGBecause the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.
CAUTIONDo not leave the light assembly - head without the bulb and ballast - headlight for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the headlight may affect its performance. When lit (lighting switch is ON), do not touch the harness, light internals, or metal parts of the light. When performing a lighting test, make sure that the headlight is mounted on the vehicle, and the power supply is connected to the connector on the vehicle's side.
  1. Check the bulb specification. < Ref. to «SPECIFICATION»(ref-662141-S38834196822014101300000) , General Description. >
  2. Install the specified bulb to check whether it lights properly.
  3. If it does not light properly, replace with a new bulb.
  4. Check the ballast - headlight. Inspect the ballast - headlight in the following manner, and determine whether or not to reuse. Perform cold starts (light the headlight after turning off for 10 minutes or more), and hot starts (light the headlight for 15 minutes or more, then turn off for 1 minute and relight) several times, to make sure that the headlight lights properly. Monitor the lighting condition right after a cold start up to a stable state (approx. 5 min.), to see if there are any unstable conditions such as flickering. Install bulbs with the same number of operating hours on both headlights, and light for approximately 30 minutes. Check for whether there is a difference in brightness on the right and left sides.
  5. Replace the ballast - headlight if it is found defective.

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  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the panel center assembly. CAUTION: Do not put your finger on the fin of the air vent grille. Doing so may damage the fin. On manual A/C models, disconnect the control cables from both sides of the heater and cooling unit assembly. NOTE: Remove the glove box pocket assembly on the passenger's side. Insert a plastic remover to the three areas shown by the arrows, and slightly lift up the panel center assembly. With the panel center assembly lifted up slightly, release the claw by using a clip remover wrapped with protective tape. Release the rest of the claws, and pull out the panel center assembly. Disconnect the connectors, and remove the panel center assembly.
  3. Release the claws, and remove the switch - hazard from the panel center assembly.

It is integrated with the tail light bulb. For details concerning operation procedures, refer to "Tail/Stop Light Bulb". < Ref. to TAIL/STOP LIGHT BULB . >

Scheme 92

Scheme 92
Scheme 92
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the light assembly - rear combination. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the clips. Release the bolts and clips, then pull out the light assembly - rear combination to the vehicle rear. Disconnect the connector and remove the light assembly - rear combination.
  3. Remove the bulb socket and back-up light bulb.

MODELS WITHOUT EyeSight

Note. The spot map light is a single unit with the overhead console.

Scheme 93

Scheme 93: MODELS WITHOUT EyeSight
Scheme 93: MODELS WITHOUT EyeSight

Scheme 94

Scheme 94
Scheme 94
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the overhead console assembly. Push and open the rear end of the overhead console lid, and remove the screws. Remove the clips and pull out the overhead console to disconnect the connectors.
  3. Release the claws, then detach the spot map light cover and bulb. CAUTION: When using a flat tip screwdriver, apply protective tape or cloth and be careful not to cause damage.

MODELS WITH EyeSight

Note. The spot map light is a single unit with the stereo camera cover.

Scheme 95

Scheme 95: MODELS WITH EyeSight
Scheme 95: MODELS WITH EyeSight
  1. Remove the stereo camera cover. < Ref. to «REMOVAL»(ref-662158-S41868863582014101300000) , Stereo Camera. > CAUTION: When using a flat tip screwdriver, apply protective tape or cloth and be careful not to cause damage.
  2. Release the claws and remove the lens.
  3. Remove the bulb.

SPOT MAP LIGHT BULB

  1. Visually check the bulb for blow out.
  2. Check the bulb specification. < Ref. to «SPECIFICATION»(ref-662141-S38834196822014101300000) , General Description. >
  3. Replace the bulb if it is found defective.

ROOM LIGHT BULB

  1. Visually check the bulb for blow out.
  2. Check the bulb specification. < Ref. to «SPECIFICATION»(ref-662141-S38834196822014101300000) , General Description. >
  3. Replace the bulb if it is found defective.

LUGGAGE ROOM LIGHT BULB

  1. Visually check the bulb for blow out.
  2. Check the bulb specification. < Ref. to «SPECIFICATION»(ref-662141-S38834196822014101300000) , General Description. >
  3. Replace the bulb if it is found defective.

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