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Exterior Lighting Module: Description and Operation

[1][2]Lighting Control Module
This vehicle uses a Lighting Control Module (LCM). This eliminates the electronic interference and heat associated with the thermo-electric devices used previously. The LCM:
^ Is a microprocessor based module that controls several vehicle subsystems.
^ Responds to electrical input signals from various switches, sensors, and external modules.
^ Is located on the LH side of the instrument panel.
^ Subsystem functions include:
^ Headlamps with autolamps.
^ Turn signal lamps/hazard flasher lamps.
^ Cornering lamp.
^ Parking lamp.
^ Daytime running lamps (DRL) (Canada only).
^ Courtesy lamps.
^ Demand lamps.
^ Battery saver.
^ Backlighting.
^ Interfaces with the Driver Door Module (DDM) via SCP for illuminated entry.