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Lighting - Spot Map Lamp Auto-ON Feature Disabling

NUMBER: 07-63-08

DATE: 06/26/08

APPLICABILITY:
2009MY Forester

SUBJECT:
Spot Map Light

Introduction








The spot map light illuminates when any of the doors or rear gate is opened. The light remains ON for several seconds and gradually turns OFF after all the doors and/or rear gate is closed or if the ignition key is turned to the ON position. If you encounter a customer that would like the feature turned off, please follow the procedure listed below and refer to the images above.

Note:
When transferring vehicle ownership, the off delay cut connector should be reconnected so that the feature operates the way it was intended from the factory.





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