Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
System Description: Notes
When the room lamp and personal lamp switch is in DOOR position, room lamp and personal lamp ON/OFF is controlled by timer according to signals from switches including key switch, front door switch driver side, unlock signal from keyfob, door lock and unlock switch, key cylinder lock and unlock switch, ignition switch.
When the room lamp and personal lamp turns ON, there is a gradual brightening over 1 second. When room lamp and personal lamp turns OFF, there is a gradual dimming over 1 second.
The room lamp and personal lamp timer is controlled by the BCM (body control module).
Room lamp and personal lamp timer control settings can be changed with CONSULT-II.
Ignition keyhole illumination turns ON at time when driver door is opened (door switch ON) or removed keyfob from key cylinder. Illumination turns OFF when driver door is closed (door switch OFF).
Step lamp turns ON at time when driver door or passenger door is opened (door switch ON). Lamp turns OFF when the driver, passenger doors are closed (all door switches OFF).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.