CHEVROLET EPICA 2006 1.G Owners Manual

{CAUTION:
Fans or other moving engine parts can injure
you badly. Keep your hands away from moving
parts once the engine is running.
5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose
or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a
shock. The vehicles could be damaged too.
Before you connect the cables, here are some
basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go
to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal
if the vehicle has one. Negative (−) will go to a
heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote
negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Do not connect positive (+) to negative (−)oryou
will get a short that would damage the battery
and maybe other parts too. And do not connect the
negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal on
the dead battery because this can cause sparks.
6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote
positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to
the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a
remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the
negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a
remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Do not let the other end touch anything until the
next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable
does notgo to the dead battery. It goes to a
heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote
negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with the
dead battery.
9. Connect the other
end of the negative (−)
cable at least
18 inches (45 cm)
away from the dead
battery, but not
near engine parts that
move. The electrical
connection is just
as good there, and
the chance of sparks
getting back to the
battery is much less.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and
run the engine for a while.
11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery.
If it will not start after a few tries, it probably
needs service.
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Notice:If the jumper cables are connected or
removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may
occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would
not be covered by your warranty. Always connect
and remove the jumper cables in the correct
order, making sure that the cables do not touch
each other or other metal.
A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or
Remote Negative (−) Terminal
B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and
Remote Negative (−) Terminals
C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) TerminalTo disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles,
do the following:
1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the
vehicle that had the dead battery.
2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the
vehicle with the good battery.
3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
vehicle with the good battery.
4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
other vehicle.
5. Return the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal
caps to their original positions.
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and
should need no further adjustment.
However, if your vehicle is damaged in an accident,
the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to
the low-beam headlamps may be necessary if it is
difficult to see the lane markers (for horizontal aim),
or if oncoming drivers flash their high-beam headlamps
at you (for vertical aim).
If you believe your headlamps need to be re-aimed,
it is recommend that you take the vehicle to your dealer
for service. Jumper Cable Removal
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Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 5-44.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside
and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
You or others could be injured. Be sure to
read and follow the instructions on the bulb
package.
Headlamps
To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-11
for more information.
A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. High-Beam Headlamp
2. Remove the three bolts from the headlamp
assembly.
3. Pull out the headlamp assembly.
4. Release the two wire bars that retain the headlamp
cap by pushing them outward.
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5. Remove the headlamp cap.
6. Disconnect the two wiring harness connectors
located on each side of the headlamp assembly.7. Remove the old bulb.
•To remove the high-beam headlamp bulb,
release the spring that retains the bulb.
•To remove the low-beam headlamp bulb,
turn the bulb counterclockwise.
8. Install the new bulb.
•To replace the high-beam headlamp bulb,
install the bulb retaining spring.
•To replace the low-beam headlamp bulb,
turn the bulb clockwise.
9. Connect the wiring harness connector to the bulb
and replace the headlamp cap.
10. Reverse Steps 1 through 6 to reinstall the headlamp
assembly.
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Front Turn Signal Lamps
To replace a front turn signal lamp (A) bulb, do the
following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-11
for more information.
2. Reach behind the headlamp assembly to locate the
front turn signal bulb socket.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the
bulb socket.4. Turn the front turn signal bulb socket
counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing.
5. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise
to remove it from the bulb socket.
6. Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in
and turning it clockwise.
7. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)
To replace a CHMSL bulb, do the following:
1. From inside the vehicle, locate the center
high-mounted stoplamp (CHMSL) housing on
the underside of the rear window shelf.
2. Pry off the lamp housing with a flat tool.
3. Remove the bulb socket.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of
the bulb socket.
5. Install the new bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket into the CHMSL.
7. Push the CHMSL housing back into its
original position.
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Parking Lamps
To replace a parking lamp bulb, do the following:
1. Reach in the
underside of the
front bumper and
turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb socket out of the front bumper.3. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.
4. Install the new bulb.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the
bulb socket.
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Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-10for
more information.
2. Open the trim cover by releasing the clip at the
top of the cover.
A. Stoplamp/Taillamp
B. Turn Signal LampC. Back-up Lamp
3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it
counterclockwise.4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing
the bulb and turning it counterclockwise.
5. Install the appropriate bulb into the socket.
6. Replace the bulb socket into the lamp housing.
Twist the bulb socket clockwise to secure.
7. Close the trim cover.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-up 94535571
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)94535587
Front Parking and Turn Signal 94535578
Headlamp
High-beam 94535541
Low-beam 94535546
Stoplamp and Taillamp 94535574
Turn Signal Lamp - Rear 94535572
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear
or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” underPart
B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19for
more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways.Here is how to remove the Shepherd’s Hook type:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
2. Press the retaining clip (A) and pull the wiper blade
off the arm.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.
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Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service,
see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional
information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet
included with your vehicle’s Owner Manual.{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.
Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much
friction. You could have an air-out and a
serious accident. SeeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 4-29.
Underinated tires pose the same danger
as overloaded tires. The resulting accident
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
when your tires are cold. SeeInflation - Tire
Pressure on page 5-52.
Overinated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden
impact — such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires
have been damaged, replace them.
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