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Map Light: Description and Operation

Voltage is applied through circuit 149 from the BCM to the following lamps on coupes:
^ The dome lamp
^ The inside rearview mirror courtesy/reading lamps

Voltage is applied through circuit 149 from the BCM to the following lamps on convertibles:
^ The right and left rear courtesy lamps
^ The rear compartment lamp
^ The inside rearview mirror courtesy/reading lamps

The BCM provides a ground through circuit 156 and the lamps illuminate when the following actions occur:
^ The driver door is opened
^ The rear compartment is opened
^ The IP dimmer switch is moved to the on position
^ The vehicle is unlocked using the keyless entry function

The inside rearview mirror contains switches which provide ground through circuit 750 to allow manual operation of the reading lamps.