GMC CANYON 2007 Owner's Manual

If the level is below the bottom of the ller plug
hole, located on the front axle, you may need
to add some lubricant.
When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant
to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the
ller plug hole.
When the differential is at operating temperature
(warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level
to the bottom of the ller plug hole.
What to Use
SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 447to determine what kind of lubricant
to use.
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 366.
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.
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Headlamps
A. Low-Beam Headlamp/Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL)
B. High-Beam Headlamp
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 323for more information.
2. Reach in and access the bulb sockets from
inside the engine compartment.3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove it from the headlamp assembly
and pull it straight out.
4. Unplug the electrical connector from the old
bulb by releasing the clips on the bulb
socket.
5. Replace with a new bulb socket.
6. Plug in the electrical connector to the new
bulb socket.
7. Reinstall the new bulb socket into the
headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise to
secure.
8. Close the hood.
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Front Turn Signal, Parking and
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 323for more information.
2. Reach in to access either one of the bulb
sockets in the engine compartment.3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove it from the lamp assembly.
4. Holding the socket, pull the old bulb to
release it from the bulb socket.
5. Push the new bulb into the socket until it
clicks.
6. Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly
and turn it clockwise to secure.
7. Close the hood.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)
To replace the CHMSL bulb, do the following:
1. Remove the two screws and lift off the lamp
assembly from the vehicle.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove it from the lamp assembly.
3. Holding the socket, pull the bulb to release it
from the socket.
4. Push the new bulb into the socket until it
clicks.
5. Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly
and turn it clockwise to secure.
6. Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the
screws.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps
A. Stoplamp/Taillamp
B. Turn Signal/Taillamp
C. Back-up Lamp
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To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the tailgate. SeeTailgate on page 108
for more information.
2. Remove the two
rear lamp assembly
screws near the
tailgate latch.3. Pull the lamp assembly away from the
vehicle.
4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
remove it from the taillamp assembly.
5. Holding the socket, pull the old bulb to
release it from the socket.
6. Push the new bulb into the socket until it
clicks.
7. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp
assembly and turn it clockwise to secure.
8. Reinstall the taillamp assembly and tighten
the screws.
9. Close the tailgate.
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License Plate Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb
socket.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
pull the bulb socket out of the connector.
3. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb
socket.
4. Push the new bulb straight in until it clicks to
secure it.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the
license plate lamp.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)912
License Plate Bulb W5W
Headlamps
High-beam 9005
Low-beam/Daytime Running
Lamp (DRL)9006
Parking/Front Turn Signal 3757KA
Parking Lamp (Inboard) 3157A
Stoplamp, Rear Turn Signal,
Taillamp, and Back-up Lamp3057
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 and cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 437for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and
are removed in different ways. For proper type and
length, seeNormal Maintenance Replacement
Parts on page 449.
Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the
windshield when no wiper blade is installed could
damage the windshield. Any damage that
occurs would not be covered by your warranty. Do
not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the
windshield.
1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper
arm until it locks into a vertical position.A. Blade Assembly
B. Arm Assembly
C. Locking TabD. Blade Pivot
E. Hook Slot
F. Arm Hook
2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot
locking tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to
release it from the wiper arm hook.
3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly.
The insert has two notches at one end that are
locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly.
At the notched end, pull the insert from the
blade assembly.
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4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the
insert (D), notched end last, into the end
with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all
the way through the blade claws at the
opposite end (B). The plastic caps (C) will be
forced off as the insert is fully inserted.
5. Be sure that the notches are locked by the
bottom claws. Make sure that all other claws
are properly locked on both sides of the
insert slots.A. Claw in Notch
B. Correct Installation
C. Incorrect Installation
6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm
hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks
in the hook slot.
7. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade
assembly onto the windshield.
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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.
{CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used
tires are dangerous.
Overloading your vehicle’s 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 on page 286.
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CAUTION: (Continued)

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 vehicle’s tires are cold. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 377.
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
the tire’s tread is badly worn, or if your
vehicle’s tires have been damaged,
replace them.
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Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its
sidewall. The examples below show a typical
passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire
sidewall.(A) Tire Size:The tire size is a combination of
letters and numbers used to dene a particular
tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type
and service description. See the “Tire Size”
illustration later in this section for more detail.
(B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
Specication):Original equipment tires designed
to GM’s specic tire performance criteria have
a TPC specication code molded onto the sidewall.
GM’s TPC specications meet or exceed all
federal safety guidelines.
(C) DOT (Department of Transportation):The
Department of Transportation (DOT) code
indicates that the tire is in compliance with the
U.S. Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards.
(D) Tire Identication Number (TIN):The letters
and numbers following DOT code are the Tire
Identication Number (TIN). The TIN shows
the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and
date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded
onto both sides of the tire, although only one
side may have the date of manufacture.
Passenger Vehicle Tire Example
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