CHEVROLET MALIBU 1997 5.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Trent Exterior Bulbs Headlamp and Front
lbrn Signal Lamp
Bulb Replacement
When replacing a halogen bulb, do not touch the glass
portion of the bulb. The oil from your fingers will
shorten the life of your new halogen bulb. For the type
of bulb to use,
see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index.
1. With the hood open and the engine off, pull the
fastener out of the plastic splash shield covering the
top of the headlamp assembly and remove it.
A. Front Turn Signal
B. High-Beam Headlamp
C. Low-Beam Headlamp
2. Carefully pull directly up on the two latches.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3. Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle by
pulling forward. Use care not to scratch the vehicle
with the lamp or the lamp with the fender.
harness and twist the bulb less than one-quarter
of a
turn to the left and remove. Gently wiggle the bulb
from the socket.
4. For the high or low-beam bulbs, unclip the wiring
5. For the turn signal bulb, press the tab on the white
bulb socket and twist it less than one-quarter
of a
turn to the left.
6. Reconnect the wiring harness to the bulb or
lamp assembly.
lining up the lamp to the mounting balls.
7. Replace the lamp to its original position by carefully
8. Press down on the two latches. Replace the splash
shield by pushing down on the retainer.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
1. Open the trunk and locate the CHMSL housing at the
2. Twist the bulb housing one-quarter of a turn to
top
of the trunk.
remove it.
3. Gently remove burned out bulb(s) and replace with a
new one.
Rear Exterior Lamps TaiYStop/'hrn SignaVBack-Up Lamps
A. Back-up
Lamps
B. Taillamp C. Rear Turn Signal Lamp
1. Unscrew the butterfly
fastener that holds in the trunk trim.
2. Pull back the trunk trim.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3. Remove the three plastic wingnuts. 4. Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose
the backplate.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 7. Reverse the steps to reassemble the rear lamp
assembly and mount to the car.
Make sure that the
six tabs are securely fastened to
the backplate before reassembling the lamp.
Dome Lamp
To change your dome lamp bulb, grasp the center front
and center rear portion of the housing and
squeeze
firmly but gently. The housing should pop off.
If this doesn't work, you may need to use a small
flat-head screwdriver under the side of the housing to
help
pry it off.
5. Carefully remove the backplate by gently pulling up
on the four outer and two inner tabs.
6. Gently wiggle the bulbs to remove them from the
socket. Replace the bulb.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For the proper type and length, see “Capacities and Specifications’’
in the Index.
Here’s how to remove the Sheppard’s
Hook type:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from
the windshield.
2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly
toward the driver’s side of the vehicle.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.
Tires
Your new Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details.
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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. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in
the Index.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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Underinflated 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.
Overinflated 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.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the
rear edge of the driver’s side rear passenger door, shows
the correct inflation pressures for your tires when
they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sittin\
g for at least three hours
or driven no more than 1 mile
(1.6 km).
NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or
overinflation is all right.
It’s not. If your tires
don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can
get the following:
0 Too much flexing
Too much heat
0 Tire overloading
0 Bad wear
Bad handling
Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get the following:
Unusual wear
0 Bad handling
Rough ride
Needless damage from road hazards.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When to Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be
at
60 psi (420 Ea).
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure.
You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they’re underinflated.
Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve
stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out
dirt and moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 0oO to 13 0o0 km). Any time you notice unusual wear,
rotate
your tires as soon as possible and check wheel
alignment.
Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See
“When It’s Time for New Tires” and “Wheel
Replacement” later
in this section for more information.
The purpose
of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear
for all tires on the vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services” in the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation Don’t include the compact spare tire
in your tire rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front
and
1 rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading
Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.
I pattern shown here.
CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which
it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose
after
a time. The wheel could come off and cause
an accident. When you change a wheel, remove
any rust or dirt from places where the wheel
attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be
sure to use
a scraper or wire brush later, if you
need to, to get all the rust or
dirt off. (See
“Changing
a Flat Tire” in the Index.)

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One way to tell when it’s
time for new tires is to
check the treadwear
indicators, which will appear when your tires have
only
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or
less of tread remaining.
You need a new tire if any of the following statements
are true:
You can see the indicators at three or more places
around the tire.
0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the
tire’s rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep
enough to show cord or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
0 The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that
can’t be repaired well because
of the size or location
of the damage.
Buying New Tires
To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at
the Tire-Loading Information label.
The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had
a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec)
number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same
TPC Spec number. That way
your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed
to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating,
traction, ride and other things during normal service on
your vehicle.
If your tires have an all-season tread
design, the
TPC number will be followed by an “MS”
(for mud and snow).
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