GMC SAFARI 2004 Owner's Manual

3. Completely remove the sidemarker/turn signal lamp
by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the
sidemarker/turn signal lamp sockets from
the lamp.4. Remove the screw
located behind the
corner reector
to remove the entire
corner reector.
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5. Remove the remaining three screws, the rst one
from the corner reector pocket and the two
remaining from the composite assembly.
6. Remove the composite assembly.7. Turn the halogen bulb
counterclockwise to
remove it from
the assembly.
8. Install the new bulb into the composite assembly by
turning it clockwise until it is completely tightened.
9. Reinstall the composite assembly by installing and
tightening all of the screws previously removed.
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Front Turn Signal Lamps
1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the
parking/turn signal lamp assembly.
2. Remove the lamp assembly.
3. Squeeze the tab on the
side of the lamp socket
while turning the
socket
counterclockwise.4. Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly.
5. Pull the bulb from the socket.
6. Gently push the new bulb into the socket.
7. Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and
turn it clockwise until it locks.
8. Put the parking/turn signal lamp assembly back into
the vehicle and tighten the screws.
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Taillamps
1. Open the rear door.
2. Remove the two
screws from behind
the door.
3. Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see the
socket.
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4. Press the tab and turn
the socket
counterclockwise to
remove the socket from
the bezel. If the
socket does not have a
tab, turn the socket
counterclockwise
to remove the socket
from the bezel.
5. Remove the old bulb from the socket and replace it
with a new one.
6. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the taillamp.Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-Up Lamps 1156
Halogen Headlamps Composite 9005 (High Beam)
Halogen Headlamps Composite 9006 (Low Beam)
Halogen Headlamps Sealed
BeamH6054
Parking, Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA
Rear,Stoplamps 2057
Sidemarker Lamps 194
For any bulb not listed here, contact your dealer.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper
Blade Check” inAt Least Twice a Year on page 6-26for
more information.To replace your windshield
wiper blade inserts, do the
following:
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
2. Pinch the two tabs on the wiper arm and slide the
insert out of the blade.
3. Slide the new one in place.
Make sure the tabs are locked into position. SeeNormal
Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-111for
the proper type of replacement blade.
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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’s 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. See “Loading Your
Vehicle” in the Index.
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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.
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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Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its
sidewall. The following illustrations are examples of a
typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall.
P-Metric Tire
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(A) Tire Size Code:The tire size code 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 Code” illustration
later in this section for more detail.
(B) Tire Performance Criteria Specication (TPC
Spec):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) Department of Transportation (DOT):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.(E) Tire Ply Material:The type of cord and number of
plies in the sidewall and under the tread.
(F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG):Tire
manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three
performance factors: treadwear, traction and
temperature resistance. For more information, see
Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5-76.
(G) Maximum Cold Ination Load Limit:Maximum
load that can be carried and the maximum pressure
needed to support that load. For information on
recommended tire pressure seeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-71andLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-29.
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(A) Tire Size:The tire size code 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) Tire Performance Criteria Specication (TPC
Spec):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) Dual Tire Maximum Load:Maximum load that can
be carried and the maximum pressure needed to
support that load when used in a dual conguration. For
information on recommended tire pressure see
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 5-71andLoading Your
Vehicle on page 4-29.
LT-Metric Tire
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