CHEVROLET MALIBU 1999 5.G Owners Manual

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2. Carefully pull directly up on the two latches.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.
4. Unclip the wiring harness and twist the bulb less
than one
-quarter of a turn counterclockwise and
remove. Gently wiggle the bulb from the socket.

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5. Reconnect the wiring harness to the bulb or
lamp assembly.
6. Replace the lamp to its original position by carefully
lining up the lamp to the mounting balls.
7. Press down on the two latches. Replace the splash
shield by pushing down on the retainer.
Front Exterior Bulbs
A. Front Turn Signal
B. High
-Beam Headlamp
C. Low
-Beam Headlamp

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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.
2. Carefully pull directly up on the two latches.
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.

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4. Press the tab on the white bulb socket and twist it
less than one
-quarter of a turn counterclockwise.
5. Replace the lamp to its original position by carefully
lining up the lamp to the mounting balls.
6. Press down on the two latches. Replace the splash
shield by pushing down on the retainer.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
1. Open the trunk and locate the CHMSL housing on
the underside of the rear window shelf.
2. Twist the bulb socket one quarter of a turn to
remove it.
3. Gently remove burned out bulb(s) and replace with a
new one.

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A. Back-Up Lamp
B. Taillamp/Stoplamp
C. Rear Turn Signal Lamp
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal/Back-Up Lamps
1. Unscrew the fastener
located on the inside of
the trunk at the rear of
the vehicle.
2. Gently pull back the trunk trim.

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3. Remove the three plastic wingnuts.4. Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose
the backplate.

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5. Carefully remove the backplate by gently pulling up
on the two upper and two lower tabs.6. Gently wiggle the bulbs to remove them from the
socket. Replace the bulb.
7. Reverse the steps to reassemble the backplate and
attach the taillamp assembly to the vehicle.
Make sure that all four tabs of the backplate are
securely fastened to the taillamp assembly before
installing it on the vehicle.
8. When securing the lamp assembly back into place,
align the assembly so that the trunk lid doesn't
contact it.
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 come off.
If this doesn't work, you may need to use a small
flathead screwdriver under the side of the housing to
help pry it off.

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Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear and cracking. See ªWiper Blade
Checkº in Section 7 of this manual under ªOwner
Checks and Servicesº for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For the proper type and
length, see ªCapacities and Specificationsº in the Index.
Here's how to remove the Shepherd'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 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 Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details.

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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. See ªLoading Your Vehicleº in
the Index.

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 located on
the driver's side rear passenger door, shows the correct
inflation pressures for your tires when they're cold.
ªColdº means your vehicle has been sitting 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:

Too much flexing

Too much heat

Tire overloading

Bad wear

Bad handling

Bad fuel economy.
NOTICE: (Continued)

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NOTICE: (Continued)
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get the following:

Unusual wear

Bad handling

Rough ride

Needless damage from road hazards.
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 kPa).
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 (10 000 to
13 000 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 ªWhen It's Time for
New Tiresº and ªWheel Replacementº 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 ªScheduled
Maintenance Servicesº in the Index for scheduled
rotation intervals.
When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation
pattern shown here.