Models without top hatch
1. Set the rotary switch for the outdoor lighting modes to position "0" (see Chapter "Controls and operating techniques", Section 17) and turn off the ignition. Disconnect the battery (see Chapter 5).
2. Open the storage compartment on the overhead console, squeeze the storage compartment lid on both sides and fold it down over the stop.
3. Remove the 2 screws securing the glove box and remove it from the overhead console.
Note: On Signum models, open the storage compartments and remove the 6 mounting screws.
4. Remove the cover from the ceiling console located in front of the light fittings assembly (see accompanying illustration), if equipped, remove the microphone from the back of the pad.
19.4 Removing the cover (1) of the roof console
5. Press the fasteners and remove the diffuser of the front directional lamps as shown in the accompanying illustration.
19.5 Removing the diffuser (2) of the lampshade of the individual directional lamps of the front seats (models without top hatch): 3. Lamps of lighting fixtures
6. Remove the 3 mounting screws (see accompanying illustration). Using a small screwdriver, first press the 2 clamps (left and right) at the front of the lampshade, then the 2 rear clips, tilt the lampshade down and remove it by pulling it forward.
19.6 Screws (indicated by arrows) mountings for the lampshade of individual directional lamps in the front seats
7. Disconnect the electrical wiring connector from the back of the lamp.
8. On models equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, use a screwdriver to disconnect the wiring connector, press the latches and remove the sensor unit.
9. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Check the proper functioning of the lamps.
Models with top hatch
10. On these models, the removal/installation of the individual directional lamps for the front seats is not fundamentally different from the same procedure for models without a sunroof. Only the specifics are given below.
11. Using a plastic wedge (for example, Hazet 1965-20) remove the trim from the rear side (in the direction of the vehicle's movement) edges of the front seat lamp shades.
12. Press the fasteners and remove the diffuser of the front directional lamps as shown in the accompanying illustration.
19.12 Removing the diffuser of the directional individual lamps of the front seats (models with top hatch)
13. Disconnect the wiring connector of the rotary switch for controlling the operation of the upper sunroof from the back of the lamp.
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