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1. Remove the thumb screws by turning
them counterclockwise.2. Pull the headlamp away from the car.
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3. Remove the bulb socket
by turning it one
-quarter
of a turn
counterclockwise, while
pressing it firmly, then
pull it out. You can use
pliers to remove the bulb
socket if you are unable
to do it by hand.
4. Remove the wire connector from the bulb by lifting
the lock tab and pulling it away from the
plastic base.
5. Reverse the above steps to reassemble the
lamp assembly.
When reassembling the lamp, make sure to align the
pin at the outboard edge of the headlamp assembly
to the plastic retainer at the outboard edge of
the vehicle.
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2. Turn the vertical aiming screw (C) until the level
bubble (D) is lined up with zero.
Front Turn Signal
The front turn signal bulbs can be accessed by removing
the headlamp assembly as described in the previous bulb
replacement procedure.
Once the headlamp
assembly has been removed,
reach down from the top of
the vehicle and, while
pressing the lock tab on the
socket, turn the socket
one
-quarter of a turn and
pull it out.
Remove the old bulb by pulling it straight out of the
socket. Replace the bulb and turn the bulb assembly
back into place.
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1. Open the trunk. On either side of the rear of the
trunk is a plastic retainer that holds the cargo net and
taillamp assembly in place.
2. Unhook the cargo net
from the cargo net
retainer and remove the
retainer by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Remove the plastic
retaining screws on the
trunk's interior.
4. Pull back the trunk trim panel.
5. Beneath the trim panel are three nuts that secure the
taillamp assembly. Remove these nuts with a 10 mm
wrench. Remove the nuts from only the side you
want to access. The turn signal and a stoplamp can
now be accessed.
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6. Pull the taillamp assembly away from the vehicle.
7. Remove the bulb socket
assembly by turning the
socket one
-quarter of a
turn counterclockwise
and pulling it out.
8. Once the socket has
been removed, pull
the bulb straight out
to remove it from
the socket.
9. Reverse the above steps to replace the
taillamp assembly.
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7. Turn the bulb socket
one
-quarter of a turn
counterclockwise and
pull it out. You can use
pliers to remove the bulb
socket if you are unable
to do it by hand.
8. Once the socket has
been removed, pull
the bulb straight out
to remove it from
the socket.
9. Reverse the above steps to replace the
taillamp assembly.
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See ªWiper Blade
Checkº in Section 7 of this manual under Part B ªOwner
Checks and Servicesº for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways.
To replace the wiper blade assembly:
1. Position the wipers on the windshield in the ªmidº
wipe position.
2. Lift the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield. Note: The windshield wiper does not
have a locking upright position feature.
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3. Push the tab on the wiper blade assembly and pull
the assembly down enough to release it from the ªUº
hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly
away from the arm.
4. Replace the blade.
5. To reinstall the wiper blade assembly, slide it over
the wiper arm to engage the ªUº hooked end on the
wiper blade assembly. Pull up on the assembly to
lock it into place.
For the correct windshield wiper blade replacement
length and type, see ªNormal Maintenance Replacement
Partsº in the Index.
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 Buick Warranty booklet for details.
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.
CAUTION: (Continued)
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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.
Check Tire Pressure System (If Equipped)
The check tire pressure system can alert you to a large
change in the pressure of one tire. The system won't alert
you before you drive that a tire is low or flat. You must
begin driving before the system will work properly.
The TIRE PRESSURE LOW: CHECK TIRES message
will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if
pressure in one tire becomes at least 10 psi (69 kPa)
lower or higher than the other three tires. The check tire
pressure system won't alert you if more than one tire is
low or high, or if the system is not calibrated properly. It
also won't tell you which tire is low or high.
If the anti
-lock brake system warning light comes on,
the check tire pressure system may not be working
properly. See your dealer for service. (Also, see
ªAnti
-Lock Brake System Warning Lightº in the Index.)
The check tire pressure system detects differences in tire
rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure.
The system can alert you about a low tire
-- but it doesn't
replace normal tire maintenance. See ªTiresº in the Index.
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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment can
keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Maxifuse
/Relay Center
To check the fuses in this underhood fuse center, turn
the knob counterclockwise and remove the cover. There
is a chart inside the cover that explains the features and
controls governed by each fuse and relay.
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6-67 Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit
breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of damage
caused by electrical problems.
Look at the silver
-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: the
Instrument Panel Fuse Block located under the
instrument panel, the Underhood Fuse Block located on
the passenger's side engine compartment and the Rear
Fuse Block, located under the rear seat.Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse block is located to the far
right side under the instrument panel.
Remove the hush panel on the passenger's side to reveal
the fuses. To remove the panel, do the following:
1. Remove the two 7 mm screws located along the front
edge of the panel.
2. Lower the hush panel. The fuse block is a
rectangular covered box located on the far right side
under the instrument panel.
3. Remove the cover. Now you can see the fuses and
replace them.
4. Place the wide end of the fuse puller over the plastic
end of the fuse.
5. Squeeze the ends over the fuse and pull it out.
Spare fuses are located in the empty slots shown on the
following chart.
When finished, replace the hush panel. Replace lamps,
connectors, and HVAC duct temperature sensors if they
were removed.
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