Renault Alaskan (2017 year). Manual — part 18

9. Recheck the oil level with the dipstick.
CAUTION

•

The oil level should be checked regularly. Op-

erating your vehicle with an insufficient

amount of oil can damage the engine, and

such damage is not covered by the warranty.

•

It is normal to add some oil between oil main-

tenance intervals or during the running-in pe-

riod, depending on the severity of operating

conditions.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND OIL

FILTER

Contact an approved dealer or qualified workshop

when the engine oil and oil filter require replace-

ment.

PROTECT ENVIRONMENT

It is illegal to pollute drains, watercourses and soil.

Use authorised waste collection facilities, including

civil amenity sites and garages providing facilities

for disposal of used oil and used oil filters. If in

doubt, contact your local authority for advice on dis-

posal.
The regulations concerning the pollution of the

environment will vary from country to country.

REFILLING THE AdBlue® TANK

When the [Refill AdBlue] warning appears in the

vehicle information display, refill the AdBlue® tank

before the tank is empty (see “AdBlue® Selective

Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system (where fitted for

diesel engine model)” in the “5. Starting and driving”

section for the AdBlue® warning display.) Refill the

AdBlue® tank according to the procedures shown

in this section.
CAUTION

•

Use only AdBlue®. Using other fluids will

damage the AdBlue® Selective Catalytic Re-

duction (SCR) system.

•

Be careful not to spill AdBlue®. If the AdBlue®

is spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it away

with a wet cloth immediately to avoid paint

damage.

•

AdBlue® residues crystallize after a period of

time and contaminate the paint surfaces. If

the spilled AdBlue® has crystallized, use a

sponge and cold water to clean it.

•

Be careful not to inhale any ammonia vapours

that may be released. Fill the AdBlue® tank in

well-ventilated areas.

The AdBlue® tank is located underneath the ve-

hicle. (see “AdBlue® filler lid and cap” in the “3. Pre-

driving checks and adjustments” section for the

AdBlue® filler lid location.)
1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Automatic Transmission (AT) model: Move the

shift lever to the P (Park) position.
Manual Transmission (MT) model: Move the shift

lever to the N (Neutral) position.

3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
4. Open the AdBlue® filler lid.
5. Remove the AdBlue® tank cap by turning it

anticlockwise.

6. Refill the AdBlue® tank.
7. Securely install the AdBlue® tank cap.
8. Close the AdBlue® filler lid.
9. Place the ignition switch in the ON position and

wait for approximately 1 minute until the [Refill

AdBlue] warning turns off.

NOTE
In the case that the [ENG can’t start Refill

AdBlue] warning was displayed, check that

the warning turned off, place the ignition

switch in the OFF position once and then start

the engine.

AdBlue® TANK (where fitted for

diesel engine model)

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1. Air conditioner compressor
2. Crankshaft pulley
3. Idler pulley
4. Water pump
5. Alternator
6. Automatic tensioner
7. Power steering fluid pomp
Contact an approved dealer or qualified workshop if

checking or replacement is required.

7-SPEED AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION (AT) MODEL

Contact an approved dealer or qualified workshop if

checking or replacement is required.
CAUTION

•

Use only ATF that is recommended in the

Maintenance Service Booklet. Do not mix with

other fluids.

•

Using automatic transmission fluid other than

the ATF that is recommended in the Mainte-

nance Service Booklet may cause deteriora-

tion in driveability and automatic transmission

durability and may damage the automatic

transmission. Such damage is not covered by

the warranty.

WARNING

Power steering fluid is poisonous and should be

stored carefully in marked containers out of the

reach of children.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. The fluid level

should be checked in the HOT range (

➀

: HOT

MAX.,

➁

: HOT MIN.) at fluid temperatures of 50 to

80°C (122 to 176°F) or in the COLD range (

➂

:

COLD MAX.,

➃

: COLD MIN.) at fluid tempera-

tures of 0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F).
If it is necessary to add fluid, use only specified fluid.

Do not overfill. (Refer to the maintenance service

booklet for your vehicle for recommended types of

fluid.)

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M9T 2.3DCI engine

SDI1718AZ

DRIVE BELT

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

FLUID (ATF) (where fitted)

POWER STEERING FLUID

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

CHECKING PARKING BRAKE

From the released position, pull the parking brake

lever slowly and firmly. If the number of clicks is out

of the range listed, see an approved dealer or quali-

fied workshop.

7 to 9 clicks under a pulling force of 196 N (20

kg, 44 lb)

CHECKING FOOTBRAKE

WARNING

See an approved dealer or qualified workshop

for a brake system check if the brake pedal height

does not return to normal.
With the engine running, check the distance be-

tween the upper surface of the pedal and the metal

floor. If it is out the range listed, see an approved

dealer or qualified workshop.

Depressing force

490 N (50 kg, 110 lb)

LHD model

RHD model

Diesel engine

model

110 mm (4.3

in) or more

100 mm (3.9

in) or more

Petrol engine

model

109 mm (4.3

in) or more

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.

When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make

a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in

motion. This scraping sound will first occur only

when the brake pedal is depressed. After more wear

of the brake pad, the sound will always be heard

even if the brake pedal is not depressed. Have the

brakes checked as soon as possible if the wear

warning sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions, occa-

sional brake squeaks, squeals or other noises may

be heard. Occasional brake noise during light to

moderate stops is normal and does not affect the

function or performance of the brake system.
The rear drum brakes do not have audible wear indi-

cators. Should you ever hear an unusually loud noise

from the rear drum brakes, have them checked as

soon as possible by an approved dealer or qualified

workshop.
Proper brake inspection intervals should be

followed. For additional information, see a separate

maintenance booklet.

BRAKE BOOSTER

Check the brake booster function as follows:
1. With the engine off, depress and release the

footbrake pedal several times. When the brake

pedal movement (distance of travel) remains the

same from one pedal application to the next, con-

tinue on to the next step.

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DI1020MMZ

BRAKES

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2. While depressing the footbrake pedal, start the

engine. The pedal height should drop a little.

3. With the footbrake pedal depressed, stop the

engine. Keep the pedal depressed for about 30

seconds. The pedal height should not change.

4. Run the engine for 1 minute without depressing

the footbrake pedal, then turn it off. Depress the

footbrake pedal several times. The pedal travel

distance will decrease gradually with each de-

pression as the vacuum is released from the

booster.

If the brakes do not operate properly, have the

brakes checked by an approved dealer or qualified

workshop.

WARNING

•

Use only new fluid from a sealed container.

Old, inferior, or contaminated fluid may dam-

age the brake system. The use of improper

fluids can damage the brake system and af-

fect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

•

Clean the filler cap before removing.

•

Brake fluid is poisonous and should be stored

carefully in marked containers out of the reach

of children.

CAUTION

•

Refilling and checking the brake system

should be left to an approved dealer or quali-

fied workshop who will have the necessary

brake fluid and technical knowledge.

•

Do not spill the fluid on painted surfaces. This

will damage the paint. If fluid is spilled, wash

with water.

For details of recommended fluids, refer to the main-

tenance service booklet for your vehicle.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is

below the MIN line

➁

, the brake warning light will

illuminate. Add fluid up to the MAX line

➀

.

If fluid must be added frequently, the system should

be thoroughly checked by your approved dealer or

qualified workshop.

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BRAKE FLUID

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

WARNING

•

Use only new fluid from a sealed container.

Old, inferior, or contaminated fluid may dam-

age the clutch system.

•

Clean the filler cap before removing.

•

Clutch fluid is poisonous and should be stored

carefully in marked containers out of the reach

of children.

CAUTION

•

Refilling and checking the clutch system

should be left to an approved dealer or quali-

fied workshop who will have the necessary

clutch fluid and technical knowledge.

•

Do not spill the fluid on painted surfaces. This

will damage the paint. If fluid is spilled, wash

with water.

For details of recommended fluids, refer to the main-

tenance service booklet for your vehicle.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is

below the MIN line

➁

, add fluid up to the MAX line

➀

.

If the fluid must be added frequently, the clutch sys-

tem should be thoroughly checked by an approved

dealer or qualified workshop.

WARNING

Anti-freeze is poisonous and should be stored

carefully in marked containers out of the reach of

children.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir tank and add

fluid if necessary.
If the low washer fluid warning (in the vehicle infor-

mation display) or the low washer fluid warning light

(in the meter) is equipped, the warning appears or

the warning light illuminates when the reservoir tank

fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary.
Add a washer solvent to the water for better clean-

ing. In the winter season, add windscreen washer

anti-freeze. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

for the mixture ratio.

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JVM0452XZ

CLUTCH FLUID (where fitted)

WINDOW WASHER FLUID

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CAUTION

•

Do not substitute anti-freeze engine coolant

for window washer solution. This may result

in damage to the paint.

•

Always use window washer fluid recom-

mended by an approved dealer or qualified

workshop.

Caution symbols for battery

m

WARNING

➀

m

No smoking

No exposed flames

No sparks

Never smoke around the battery. Never expose the battery to open flames or

electrical sparks.

➁

m

Shield eyes

Handle the battery cautiously. Always wear eye protection glasses to protect

against explosion or battery acid.

➂

m

Keep away from

children

Never allow children to handle the battery. Keep the battery out of reach of

children.

➃

m

Battery acid

Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces.

After handling the battery or battery cap, immediately wash your hands

thoroughly. If the battery fluid gets into your eyes, or onto your skin or clothing,

flush with water immediately for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.

Battery fluid is acid. If the battery fluid gets into your eyes or onto your skin, it

could cause eyesight loss or burns.

➄

m

Note operating

instructions

Before handling the battery, read this instruction carefully to ensure correct and

safe handling.

➅

m

Explosive gas

Hydrogen gas, generated by battery fluid, is explosive.

BATTERY

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VEHICLE BATTERY

WARNING

Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the bat-

tery is low. Low battery fluid can cause a higher

load on the battery which can generate heat, re-

duce battery life, and in some cases lead to an

explosion.

Checking battery fluid level

Check the fluid level in each cell. The battery fluid

level should be between the UPPER LEVEL

➀

and

LOWER LEVEL

➁

lines.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add only demineralised/

distilled water to bring the level to the indicator in

each filler opening. Do not overfill.
1. Remove the cell plugs

➂

using a suitable tool.

2. Add demineralised/distilled water up to the UP-

PER LEVEL

➀

line.

If the side of the battery is not clear, check the

distilled water level by looking directly above the

cell; the condition

j

A indicates OK and the con-

dition

j

B needs more to be added.

3. Replace and tighten the cell plugs.

•

Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under

severe conditions require frequent checks of the

battery fluid level.

•

Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Any cor-

rosion should be cleared with a firmly wrung out

moist cloth.

•

Make certain the terminal connections are clean

and securely tightened.

•

If the vehicle is not to be used for more than 30

days, disconnect the negative (−) battery termi-

nal cable to prevent battery discharge.

Jump starting

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting” in

the “6. In case of emergency” section. If the engine

does not start by jump starting or the battery does

not charge, the battery may have to be replaced.

Contact an approved dealer or qualified workshop

for replacing the battery.

REMOTE CONTROLLER BATTERY

(where fitted)
Remote controller battery replacement

CAUTION

•

Be careful not to allow children to swallow the

battery and removed parts.

•

An improperly disposed battery can harm the

environment. Always confirm local regulations

for battery disposal.

•

When changing batteries, do not let dust or oil

get on the components.

•

There is danger of explosion if lithium battery

is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the

same or equivalent type.

•

Do not expose the battery to excessive heat

such as sunshine, fire, etc.

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SDI1480DZ

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8-13

To replace the battery:
1. Use an appropriate tool to remove the screw

j

A and open the lid

j

B .

2. Replace the battery with a new one.

Recommended battery: CR1620 or equivalent

•

Do not touch the internal circuit and electric

terminals as doing so could cause a malfunc-

tion.

•

Make sure that the + side faces the bottom of

the case

j

C .

3. Close the lid and install the screw securely.
4. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See an approved dealer or qualified workshop if you

need assistance for replacement.

REMOTE CONTROL KEY BATTERY

(where fitted)
Remote Control Key battery

replacement

CAUTION

•

Be careful not to allow children to swallow the

battery and removed parts.

•

An improperly disposed battery can harm the

environment. Always confirm local regulations

for battery disposal.

•

When changing batteries, do not let dust or oil

get on the components.

•

There is danger of explosion if lithium battery

is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the

same or equivalent type.

•

Do not expose the battery to excessive heat

such as sunshine, fire, etc.

To replace the battery:
1. Release the lock knob at the back of the Remote

Control Key and remove the mechanical key.

2. Insert a small screwdriver into the slit of the cor-

ner and twist it to separate the upper part from

the lower part. Use a cloth to protect the casing.

3. Replace the battery with a new one.

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

•

Recommended battery: CR2025 or equiva-

lent

•

Do not touch the internal circuit and electric

terminals as doing so could cause a malfunc-

tion.

•

Make sure that the % side faces the bottom

of the case.

4. Align the tips of the upper and lower parts

➀

,

and then push them together until it is securely

closed

➁

.

5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See an approved dealer or qualified workshop if you

need assistance for replacement.

WARNING

•

Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter

off can cause you or others to be burned. The

air cleaner filter not only cleans the intake air,

it also stops flame if the engine backfires. If

the air cleaner filter is not installed and the

engine backfires, you could be burned. Never

drive with the air cleaner filter off. Be cautious

working on the engine when the air cleaner

filter is off.

•

Never pour fuel into the throttle body or at-

tempt to start the engine with the air cleaner

removed. Doing so could result in serious in-

jury.

To remove the filter, release the lock pins

➀

and

pull the unit upward

➁

.

The dry paper type filter element may be cleaned

and reused. Replace the air filter according to the

maintenance schedule shown in a separate mainte-

nance booklet.
When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air

cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth.

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JVM0451XZ

AIR CLEANER FILTER

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WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES
Cleaning

If the windscreen does not become clear after using

the windscreen washer or if the wiper blades chat-

ter when operating the windscreen wipers, wax or

other materials may be on the windscreen and/or

wiper blades.
Clean the outside of the windscreen surface with a

washer solution or mild detergent. Your windscreen

is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with wa-

ter.
Clean the blade by wiping it with a cloth soaked in a

washer solution or a mild detergent. Rinse the blade

with water. If your windscreen is still not clear after

cleaning the blades and using the wipers, replace

the blades.

Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle

j

A . This

may cause improper windscreen washer operation.

If the nozzle is clogged, remove any objects with a

needle or small pin

j

B . Be careful not to damage

the nozzle.

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WIPER BLADES

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Replacing

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push and hold the release tab

j

A , and then move

the wiper blade down

➀

the wiper arm to re-

move.

3. Remove the wiper blade.
4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm

until it clicks into place.

CAUTION

•

After wiper blade replacement, return the

wiper arm to its original position. Otherwise

the wiper arm or the engine bonnet may be

scratched and may cause damage.

•

Worn windscreen wiper blades can damage

the windscreen and impair driver vision.

The variable voltage control system measures the

amount of electrical discharge from the battery and

controls voltage generated by the alternator.
CAUTION

•

Do not ground accessories directly to the bat-

tery terminal. Doing so will bypass the vari-

able voltage control system and the vehicle

battery may not charge completely.

•

Use electrical accessories with the engine

running to avoid discharging the vehicle bat-

tery.

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VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL

SYSTEM (where fitted)

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8-17

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage

rating than that specified on the fuse box cover.

This could damage the electrical system or cause

a fire.
Never attempt to use other material (wire, alu-

minium foil. etc.) in place of a fuse. This could

damage the electrical system or cause a fire.

The location and the amperage rating of fuses are

shown on the underside of the fuse box lid.
The number of fuses may vary depending on the

features equipped to the vehicle.
If any electrical equipment does not operate, check

for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK

position.

2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi-

tion.

3. Open the engine bonnet.
4. Remove the fuse/fusible link cover by pushing

the tab.

5. Locate the fuse which needs to be replaced.

6. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller located in

the passenger compartment fuse box.

7. If the fuse is open

j

A , replace it with a new fuse

j

B .

If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have

the electrical system checked, and if necessary

repaired, by an approved dealer or qualified

workshop.

Fusible links

If any electrical equipment does not operate and the

fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links.

If any of these fusible links are melted, replace only

with genuine replacement parts.

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FUSES

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
Main fuse box

1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi-

tion.

3. Open the glove box.
4. Hold the glove box lid and pull it up to release the

hinges

j

A located on the underside of the glove

box. As a reference, align the glove box lid with

corner

j

B .

5. Carefully release the left and right stoppers

j

C and remove the glove box.

6. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.
7. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller

➀

.

8. If the fuse is open

➁

, replace it with a new fuse

➂

.

9. Install the glove box following removal steps in

opposite sequence.

If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have the

electrical system checked, and if necessary

repaired, by an approved dealer or qualified work-

shop.

Additional fuse box

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1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi-

tion.

3. Remove the fuse box cover

j

A from beneath the

glove box.

4. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.
5. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller located in

the main fuse box.

6. If the fuse is open, replace it with a new fuse.
7. Install the fuse box cover.
If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have the

electrical system checked, and if necessary

repaired, by an approved dealer or qualified work-

shop.

Extended storage fuse switch

(where fitted)

To reduce battery drain, the extended storage fuse

switch comes from the factory switched off. Prior to

delivery of your vehicle, the switch is pushed in

(switched on) and should always remain on.
If the extended storage fuse switch is not pushed in

(switched on), the [Shipping Mode On Push Stor-

age Fuse] warning may appear in the vehicle infor-

mation display. See “Indicators for operation” in the

“2. Instruments and controls” section.
If any electrical equipment does not operate, re-

move the extended storage fuse switch and check

for an open fuse.
NOTE
If the extended storage fuse switch malfunctions

or if the fuse is open, it is not necessary to re-

place the switch. In this case, remove the ex-

tended storage fuse switch and replace it with a

new fuse of the same rating.
How to remove the extended storage fuse

switch:
1. To remove the extended storage fuse switch, be

sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK

position.

2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi-

tion.

3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs

➀

found on each side of

the storage fuse switch.

5. Pull the extended storage fuse switch straight

out from the fuse box

➁

.

HEADLIGHTS

Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the exte-

rior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A temperature

difference between the inside and the outside of the

lens causes the fog. This is not a malfunction. If

large drops of water collect inside the lens, contact

an approved dealer or qualified workshop.

Replacing LED headlight

If replacement is required, contact an approved

dealer or qualified workshop.

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LIGHTS

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Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Replacing halogen headlight bulb

The halogen headlight is a semi-sealed beam type

which uses replaceable headlight (halogen) bulbs.

They can be replaced from inside the engine com-

partment without removing the headlight assembly.
CAUTION
High-pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the

bulb. The bulb may break if the glass envelope is

scratched or the bulb is dropped.
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the

rear end of the bulb.

3. Pull off the rubber cap

➀

.

4. Push and turn the retaining pin

➁

to loosen it.

5. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or

rotate the bulb when removing it.

6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of

removal.

CAUTION

•

When handling the bulb, do not touch the

glass envelope.

•

Use the same number and wattage as origi-

nally installed:

Halogen headlight model

High/low beam bulb: 60W/55W (H4)

•

Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight

reflector for a long period of time as dust,

moisture and smoke may enter the headlight

body and affect the performance of the head-

light.

Aiming adjustment is not necessary if only the bulbs

are replaced. When aiming adjustment is neces-

sary, contact an approved dealer or qualified work-

shop.

EXTERIOR LIGHTS

Item

Wattage (W)

Front turn signal

21

Clearance light (Halogen

headlight models)

5

Clearance light and daytime

running light (LED headlight

models)*

LED

Front fog light (where fitted)

55

Daytime running light (where

fitted for halogen headlight

models)

19

Side turn signal light (on the

front wing) (where fitted)

5

Rear combination light

Turn signal

21

Stop/tail

21/5

Reverse

21

Number plate light

5

High-mounted stop light

(where fitted)*

LED

*: See an approved dealer or qualified workshop

for replacement.

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INTERIOR LIGHTS

Item

Wattage (W)

Map light (LED type)*

LED

Map light (bulb type)

5

Room light (where fitted)

8

Rear personal light (where

fitted)

LED

Step light (where fitted)

3.4

Vanity mirror light (where fit-

ted)

1.8

*: See an approved dealer or qualified workshop

for replacement.

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