CHEVROLET AVEO 2007 1.G Owners Manual

8. Release the spring that retains the bulb by
loosing the screw.
9. Remove the old bulb.
10. Install the new bulb.
11. Install the bulb retaining spring.
12. Reverse Steps 1 through 8 to install the
headlamp assembly.
Headlamps (Sedan)
To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 274for more information.
2. Remove the three bolts from the
headlamp assembly.
3. Remove the headlamp assembly.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from
the rear of the bulb.
5. Remove the headlamp cap.
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6. Release the spring that retains the bulb.
7. Remove the old bulb.
8. Install the new bulb.
9. Install the bulb retaining spring.
10. Reverse Steps 1 through 6 to install the
headlamp assembly.
Front Turn Signal and Parking
Lamps (Hatchback)
To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp
bulb, do the following:
1. Remove the radiator grille and the headlamp
assembly. See Steps 2 through 5 under
Headlamps (Hatchback) on page 310or
Headlamps (Sedan) on page 311for
instructions on how to remove the
headlamp assembly.
2. Turn the front turn signal bulb socket
counterclockwise.
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3. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the
lamp housing.
4. Press the bulb inward and turn it
counterclockwise to remove it from the
bulb socket.
5. Install the new bulb into the socket by
pressing it in and turning it clockwise.
6. Install the socket into the lamp housing by
turning it clockwise.
7. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to install the
assembly.
Front Turn Signal and Parking
Lamps (Sedan)
To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp
bulb, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 274for more information.
2. Remove the headlamp assembly. See Steps 2
through 4 underHeadlamps (Hatchback) on
page 310orHeadlamps (Sedan) on page 311
for instructions on how to remove the
headlamp assembly.3. Turn the front turn signal bulb socket
counterclockwise.
4. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the
lamp housing.
5. Press the bulb inward and turn it
counterclockwise to remove it from the
bulb socket.
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6. Install the new bulb into the socket by
pressing it in and turning it clockwise.
7. Install the socket into the lamp housing by
turning it clockwise.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 2 underHeadlamps
(Hatchback) on page 310orHeadlamps
(Sedan) on page 311to install the assembly.
Turn Signal Lamps (Side)
To replace a side turn signal bulb, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 274for more information.
2. See Steps 2 through 5 underHeadlamps
(Hatchback) on page 310orHeadlamps
(Sedan) on page 311to access the side turn
signal lamps.
3. Remove the side turn signal lamp assembly
by pulling it forward.
4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise.5. Remove the bulb from the lamp housing by
pulling the bulb straight out of the socket.
6. Install the new bulb into the bulb socket by
pushing it in and rotating the bulb socket
clockwise.
7. Push the side turn signal lamp assembly back
into its original position.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) (Sedan)
To replace a CHMSL bulb on the hatchback,
contact your dealer/retailer.
To replace a CHMSL bulb on the sedan do the
following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 97for
more information.
2. Remove the two screws and the lamp
housing. Disconnect the wiring harness
connector before removing the lamp housing.3. Remove the five screws and the reflector
assembly.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of
the bulb holder.
5. Install the new bulb.
6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall.
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Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Back-up Lamps
To replace a taillamp, turn signal lamp, stoplamp,
or back-up bulb, do the following:
1. Open the trunk or liftgate. SeeTrunk on
page 97orLiftgate (Hatchback) on page 100
for more information.
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. Turn the bulb socket clockwise
to secure.
7. Reverse Step 2 to reinstall the lamp housing.
Hatchback
Sedan
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License Plate Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Remove the two screws holding each of the
license plate lamps.
2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp toward
you through the opening.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
4. Install the new bulb.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the
license plate lamp.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-Up 94535571
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)94535587
Headlamps 94535548
Front Parking/Turn
Signal (Hatchback)94535574
Front Parking/Turn
Signal (Sedan)94535574
Side Turn Signal (Hatchback) 94535587
Side Turn Signal (Sedan) 94535587
Stoplamp/Taillamps 94535574
Turn Signal Lamps 94535572
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer/retailer.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for
wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check”
underPart B: Owner Checks and Services on
page 389for 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.
{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 249.
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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 vehicle’s tires are cold. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 326.
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 car tire and a compact spare tire
sidewall.(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) 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.
(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.
Passenger Car Tire Example
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