1. Clean the filament using isopropyl alcohol.
2. Attach tape to both sides of the filament.

3. Using a small brush or marking pen, apply silver paint.
4. After 2—3 min,
carefully remove the tape without damaging the applied area.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the rear window defroster until the paint is completely dry. It may cause other malfunctions if it is used before the paint is dry.
5. Dry the repaired part according to the following procedure.
When the room temperature is 25 °C {77 °F},
leave it as it is for 24 h.
When a hot air blower is used, dry with the 150 °C {302 °F}
air for 30 min.
Filament Inspection
Front Door Glass Removal/InstallationPurge Solenoid Valve Inspection
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the purge solenoid valve..
3. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
Measured condition
Continuity between ports A—B
When voltage is not ...
Discharge Headlight System
Outline
The discharge headlight system utilizes a gas discharge type light to emit
a white light resembling sunlight over a wide area. Also, use of the gas discharge
type light realizes high efficiency, low power consumption lighting.
Structural View
System Wiring Diagram
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Suspension Abbreviations
AAS
Active Adaptive Shift
ABS
Antilock Brake System
ABDC
After Bottom Dead Center
ACC
Accessories
AFS
Adaptive Front Lighting System
ALC
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