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Filling Your Tank
CAUTION:
Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns
violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Don't smoke if you're near fuel or refueling your
vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking
materials away from fuel.
The fuel cap is located
behind a hinged door
on the passenger's side
of the vehicle.To open the fuel door, push inward on the forward
edge of the fuel door until the rear edge can be
pulled outward.
While refueling, hang the
fuel cap by the tether from
the hook on the fuel door.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if
you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to
the right.

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CAUTION:
If you get fuel on yourself and then something
ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can
spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too
quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is
nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any ªhissº
noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted
surfaces as soon as possible. See ªCleaning the Outside
of Your Vehicleº in the Index.
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure
you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. See ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.The Check Gas Cap message will appear on the DIC
display if the fuel cap is not reinstalled properly. See
ªCheck Message, Gas Capº in the Index for more
information.
NOTICE:
If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the
right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you
get the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This
may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to
light and may damage your fuel tank and
emissions system. See ªMalfunction Indicator
Lampº in the Index.

6-10 Engine Compartment Overview
When you open the hood, you'll see the following:
A. Battery
B. Underhood Fuse Block
C. Windshield Washer
Fluid Reservoir
D. Passenger Compartment
Air FilterE. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap
G. Engine Oil Dipstick
H. Engine Coolant Heater Cord
(If Equipped)
I. Brake Master Cylinder ReservoirJ. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
K. Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir
(Manual Transmission Only)
L. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and
Pressure Cap

6-34 Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle
was designed and tested with top
-quality GM brake parts.
When you replace parts of your braking system
-- for
example, when your brake linings wear down and you
need new ones put in
-- be sure you get new approved
GM replacement parts. If you don't, your brakes may no
longer work properly. For example, if someone puts in
brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance
between your front and rear brakes can change
-- for the
worse. The braking performance you've come to expect
can change in many other ways if someone puts in the
wrong replacement brake parts.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelco
battery. When it's time for a new battery, get
one that has the replacement number shown on the
original battery's label. We recommend an ACDelco
battery. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the
Index for battery location.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren't careful. See ªJump Startingº in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
After a power loss, such as disconnecting the battery or
removing the maxi fuses in the power distribution fuse
block, the following steps must be performed to
calibrate the electronic throttle control. If this is not
done, the engine will not run properly.
1. Turn the ignition key to ON. Do not start the engine.
2. Leave the ignition in ON for at least three minutes so
that the electronic throttle control will cycle and
re
-learn its home position.
3. Turn the ignition to OFF.
4. Start and run the engine for at least 30 seconds.
Also, for your audio system, see ªTheft
-Deterrent
Featureº in the Index.

6-36 Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps
A. Turn Signal Lamp
B. Fog Lamp
To replace the front turn signal or fog lamps, use the
following procedure:
1. Remove the protection shield located on the
underside of the front of the vehicle by pulling out
the push
-pins located on the underside of the
protection shield.2. Reach up behind the front bumper area from under
the vehicle to access the lamp housing.
3. Remove the bulb socket from the housing by turning
the bulb socket one
-quarter turn counterclockwise.
4. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by
lifting the two plastic clips.
5. Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the
bulb straight as you pull it out.
6. Install a new bulb.
7. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly.
Center High-Mounted Stop
Lamp (CHMSL)
It is recommended that this component be replaced as a
unit. See your dealer.

6-37 Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal and
Side-Marker Lamps
A. Tail and Stop Lamps
B. Turn Signal Lamp
C. Side
-Marker Lamp
To replace the tail, stop, turn signal or side
-marker
lamps use the following procedure:
1. Open the trunk using the trunk button on the remote
keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button
located on the lower part of the driver's door.2. Remove the compact spare tire cover by turning the
wing nut counterclockwise.
3. Remove the four convenience net wing nuts.
4. Pull the carpet back away from the body of the
vehicle on the side with the burned out bulb.
5. Remove the two mounting screws from the
lamp assembly.
6. Pull out the lamp assembly to expose the
bulb sockets.
7. Turn the bulb socket one
-quarter turn
counterclockwise and pull the bulb and socket out
of the lamp reflector.
8. Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the
bulb straight as you pull it out.
9. Install a new bulb.
10. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly.

6-38 Back-Up and License Plate Lamps
A. Back-Up Lamps
B. License Plate Lamps
To replace the back
-up or license plate lamps, use the
following procedure:
1. Open the trunk using the trunk button on the remote
keyless entry transmitter or the trunk release button
located on the lower part of the driver's door.2. Remove the cloth cover on the trunk lid by pulling
out the three push
-pins located on the underside of
the trunk lid.
3. Remove the eight mounting nuts from the underside
of the trunk lid by turning the nuts counterclockwise.
4. Pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle to
expose the bulb sockets.
5. Turn the bulb socket one
-quarter turn
counterclockwise and pull the bulb and socket out of
the lamp reflector.
6. Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the
bulb straight as you pull it out.
7. Install a new bulb.
8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly.

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NOTICE:
Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the
windshield when no wiper blade is installed in it.
The windshield could be damaged by the sharp
ends of the blade assembly. Damage to the
windshield caused by an empty wiper blade arm
is not covered by your warranty.
5. Squeeze the tab together and pull the wiper blade
assembly down far enough to release it from the
J
-hooked end of the wiper arm. Slide the assembly
away from the arm.
6. Replace the blade with a new one.
7. Reinstall the wiper blade assembly by sliding it over
the wiper arm to engage the J
-hooked end. Pull up
on the assembly to lock it into place.
8. Repeat the steps for the other wiper.

6-60 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 fires 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. If a fuse blows, see your dealer for service
immediately.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can ªborrowº one that has the same
amperage. Pick some feature of your vehicle that you
can get along without
-- like the radio or cigarette
lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.
The fuses are located in three fuse blocks, one located in
the engine compartment on the passenger's side and the
other two under the rear seat.Underhood Fuse BlockThe underhood fuse block is located in the engine
compartment on the passenger's side of the vehicle. See
ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the Index for more
information on location.
To access the fuses, push in the two tabs located on each
side of the fuse block cover. Then lift the cover off.

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To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following:
1. Position the seat cushion so that you can route
the safety belts through the proper slots in the
seat cushion.
2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the
seatback so the rear
-locating guides hook into the
wire loops on the back frame.
3. With the seat cushion lowered, push rearward and
then press down on the seat cushion until the seat
cushion snaps into place.
4. Push and pull on the seat cushion to make sure it is
locked into place.
5. Check to make sure the safety belts are properly
routed and that no portion of any safety belt is
trapped under the seat cushion.Rear Underseat Fuse Block (Driver's Side)
The driver's side rear fuse block is located under the
rear seat on the driver's side of the vehicle. The rear
seat cushion must be removed to access the rear fuse
block. See ªRemoving the Rear Seat Cushionº
listed previously.
To access the fuse block, push in the two tabs located at
each end of the fuse block cover. Then lift the cover off.