Purpose, Function
Charges the internal metallic element and emits white light resembling sunlight.
Construction
A mercury-free bulb has been adopted for the discharge headlight bulb.
The discharge headlight bulb is assembled to the front combination light.
The discharge headlight bulb consists of xenon gas, a luminous tube in which metallic iodide is enclosed, a lead wire and electrodes which pass electricity, and an exterior tube.

Operation
1. When high DC voltage (approx. 25,000 V) from the discharge headlight control module is input to the electrodes, the insulation between the electrodes is broken down and electrical current flows between the electrodes.
2. When electrical current flows between the electrodes of the discharge headlight bulb, the xenon gas is energized and emits light.
3. When the xenon gas emits light, temperature inside the discharge headlight bulb rises, the metallic iodide vaporizes/separates, and the metallic element discharges and emits light.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
DRL (Daytime Running Light) System
Discharge Headlight Control ModuleDischarge Headlight Control Module
Purpose
Converts DC voltage from the battery to AC voltage and outputs the stabilized
voltage to the discharge headlight.
Function
The discharge headlight control module controls the voltage from the battery
to illuminate the discharge headlight.
The discharge headl ...
Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
NOTE
When the battery power is low, or in places where there are high-intensity
radio waves or noise, the operational range may become narrower or the system may
not operate ...
Front Brake (Disc)
Purpose/Function
Large diameter, ventilated disc type front brakes with a 297 mm {11.7 in}
diameter and 28 mm {1.1 in} thickness have been adopted, improving braking force
and fade resistance.
Construction
Operation
When brake fluid is applied, the piston equipped on o ...