Purpose
The license plate lights shine light on the license plate during nighttime driving.
Function
The license plate lights illuminate in conjunction with the operation of the light switch.
Construction
The license plate lights are installed to the liftgate.

Operation
1. When the light switch is operated to the TNS position, a TNS signal is input to the start stop unit.
2. The start stop unit sends the TNS signal to the front body control module (FBCM).
3. When the front body control module (FBCM) receives the TNS signal, it turns the TNS relay on.
4. When the TNS relay turns on, the license plate bulbs are illuminated.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
High Mount Brake Light Removal/Installation
License Plate Light Bulb Removal/InstallationDischarge Headlight Bulb
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 dis ...
Liftgate Recess Removal/Installation
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position indicated by the
arrow in the figure and detach hooks A.
2. Remove the liftgate recess in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure
avoiding hooks B.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Coupling Component Removal/Installation
WARNING:
When replacing the coupling component, read the special character string
before installing a new coupling component and write it to the AWD control module
after replacement. The special character string is indicated in the two locations
shown in the figure.
1. D ...