Hazard Warning Lamps: Description and Operation

DESCRIPTION
The multi-function switch controls the following:
^ Turn signal lamps.
^ Windshield wipers.
^ Windshield washers.
^ High beam headlamps.
^ Flash-to-pass feature.

OPERATION
The turn signal lever also operates the high beam switch and the flash-to-pass feature. High beams are selected by pushing the turn signal lever away from the driver to its stop. Releasing the turn signal lever will maintain high beams. Low beams are selected by moving the turn signal lever toward the driver from the high beam position. Release of the turn signal lever will maintain low beams.

Excessive force used to hold the turn signal lever in the flash-to-pass function followed by a quick release may result in incorrect headlamp dimmer selection of high beam. The driver must be cautioned to avoid this condition.

To operate the flash-to-pass feature, pull the turn signal lever gently toward the driver. When the turn signal lever is released, it will return to the low beam position. If driving without headlamps on, use of the flash-to-pass feature will turn on the high beams until the turn signal lever is released.

The turn signals are controlled by the turn signal lever which is an integral part of the multi-function switch. The turn signal lever is mounted on the left side of the steering column. To operate the turn signal(s), the ignition switch must be in the ON position. To indicate a normal full turn, move the turn signal lever to the end-of-travel position for the desired turn. The turn signal lever will remain in position without effort until the turn is completed, at which time the turn indicator cancel cam will automatically cancel the turn signal.

The turn signal system also has a lane change feature. To operate the lane change feature, move and hold the turn signal lever to the first position when changing lanes. When the lane change maneuver is completed, release the turn signal lever and it will return to the OFF position.

The cornering lamp switch is coordinated with the turn signal function. In order to operate the cornering lamp function, the headlamps must be turned on.

When activated, the cornering lamps will illuminate as long as the turn signal remains on. After the turn is made and the turn signal lever returns to the OFF position, the cornering lamps turn off.