CHEVROLET AVEO 2004 1.G Owners Manual

Headlamp Aiming
If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp
aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam
may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers
(for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash
their high beams at you (for vertical aim). If you believe
your headlamps need to be re-aimed, we recommend
that you take your vehicle to the dealer for service.
However, it is possible for you to re-aim your headlamps
by following the procedure in the service manual for
your vehicle.
Notice:To make sure your headlamps are aimed
properly, read all the instructions before beginning.
Failure to follow these instructions could cause
damage to headlamp parts.
Bulb Replacement
For any bulb changing procedures 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
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the
rear of the bulb.
3. Remove the headlamp cap.
4. Release the spring that retains the bulb.
5. Remove the old bulb.
6. Install the new bulb.
7. Install the bulb retaining spring.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the headlamp
assembly. Then, check the lamps.
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the five screws and the radiator grille.
3. Remove the three bolts and the headlamp
assembly.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the
rear of the bulb.
5. Turn the front turn signal bulb socket
counterclockwise.
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6. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp
housing.
7. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise
to remove it from the bulb socket.
8. Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in
and turning it clockwise.
9. Install the socket into the lamp housing by turning it
clockwise.
10. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to install the assembly.
Then, check the lamps.Turn Signal Lamps (Side)
1. Remove the side turn signal lamp assembly by
pulling it forward.
2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise.
3. Remove the bulb from the lamp housing by pulling
the bulb straight out of the holder.
4. Install the new bulb into the bulb holder by pushing
it in and rotating the bulb holder clockwise.
5. Push the side turn signal lamp assembly back into
its original position.
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Fog Lamps
1. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the
front fog lamp bulb.
2. Turn the front fog lamp bulb counterclockwise and
remove it.
3. Install the new bulb.
4. Connect the wiring harness connector to the front
fog lamp bulb.
Sidemarker Lamps (Front)
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the radiator grille and the headlamp
assembly. See Steps 2 through 3 underFront Turn
Signal and Parking Lamps on page 5-46.
3. Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket
counterclockwise.
4. Pull the front sidemarker bulb socket out of the
front bumper.
5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket.
6. Install the new bulb by pressing it straight into
the bulb socket.
7. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to install the bulb socket
and assembly.
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Sidemarker Lamps (Rear)
1. Reach into the inside of the rear bumper and locate
the rear sidemarker bulb socket.
2. Turn the socket counterclockwise.
3. Pull the socket out of the rear bumper.
4. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.
5. Install the new bulb by pressing it straight into
the socket.
6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the socket.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps
1. Open the trunk or liftgate.
2. Remove the two screws and the lamp assembly.
3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the
bulb and turning it counterclockwise.
5. Install the appropriate bulb into the socket.
6. Replace the bulb socket into the lamp housing.
Twist the bulb socket clockwise to secure.
7.
Reverse Steps 1 through 2 to install the lamp housing.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade
Check” underPart B: Owner Checks and Services on
page 6-19for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways.Here is how to remove the Shepherd’s Hook type:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
2. Press the retaining clip (A) and pull the wiper blade
off the arm.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.
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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 examples below show a typical passenger car tire
and a compact spare tire sidewall.
Passenger Car Tire Example
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(A) Tire Size:The tire size is a combination of letters
and numbers used to define 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) 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.
(C) Tire Identication Number (TIN):The letters and
numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification
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.
(D) Tire Ply Material:The type of cord and number of
plies in the sidewall and under the tread.(E) 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 5-63.
(F) 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 seeInflation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-59andLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-32.
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(A) Temporary Use Only:The compact spare tire or
temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately
3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven
at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare
tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire
has lost air and gone flat. SeeCompact Spare Tire
on page 5-75andIf a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-66.
(B) Tire Ply Material:The type of cord and number of
plies in the sidewall and under the tread.
(C) Tire Identication Number (TIN):The Tire
Identification 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.
(D) Maximum Cold Ination Load Limit:Maximum
load that can be carried and the maximum pressure
needed to support that load. SeeCompact Spare Tire
on page 5-75andLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-32.
(E) Tire Ination:The temporary use tire or compact
spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi (420 kPa).
For more information on tire pressure and inflation see
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-59.
(F) Tire Size:A combination of letters and numbers
define a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction
type and service description. The letter “T” as the
first character in the tire size means the tire is for
temporary use only.
Compact Spare Tire Example
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