CHEVROLET EXPRESS 1998 1.G Owners Manual

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Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting’’ in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent
Feature” in
the Index.
Bulb Replacement ..
Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps
are off and the engine isn’t running. See “Replacement
Bulbs” in the index for the proper types
of bulbs to use.
Halogen Bulb.
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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
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You have either a sealed beam headlamp system or a
composite system.
Sealed Beam Headlamps
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2. Unplug the lamp assembly from the connector.
3. Install a new headlamp.
4. Reverse the previous steps to reinstall the headlamp.
1. Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer.
Pull the retainer
out and set it aside.

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1. Open the hood.
2. Locate the rear side of each of the headlamps.
3. Without removing the headlamp assembly itself,
remove
the bulb assembly from the back of the
headlamp on the driver’s side by turning the bulb
to the
left one quarter of a turn.
4. On the passenger’s side, turn the bulb to the right
one quarter
of a turn. Also, to remove the bulb on the
passenger’s side, you will need to move the battery.
5. Install a new bulb. Do not handle the glass part
of the bulb.
6. Reverse the previous steps to reinstall the headlamp.
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To replace the front parkingkurn signal lamps:
1. Remove the outer screws from the parkinghrn
signal lamp lens assembly. (There are either two or
four screws, depending
on your vehicle’s trim level.)
2. Remove the lamp from the grille.

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while turning it
to the left. Remove the bulb
assembly from the back of the lens and replace
the bulb.
Reverse Steps
2 and 3 to replace the bulb. Turn
the socket to the right to replace it in the lens
assembly. Replace the screws on the parking/turn
signal lamp assembly.
Sidemarker Lamps
1. Remove the screw from the top of the lens.
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3. Remove the bulb by twisting it out of the socket.
Turn the bulb to remove it. Install the new bulb.
4. Reverse these steps to reinstall the lamp.
Taillamps
1. Open the rear door.
2. Push the socket protector until you can see
the fasteners.
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3. Remove the nuts with a deep socket wrench. 4. Remove the hidden upper nuts.
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rotate it toward the rear
of the vehicle.
6. Squeeze the tab on the side of the sockets while
turning them
to the left to remove.
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I Blade Replacement
7. Turn the bulb to the left to remove it. Install the
new bulb.
8. Reverse the above steps to reinstall the lamp.
See “Normal Maintenance Replacement
Parts” in the
Index for the proper type of replacement blade.
Replacement blades come in different types and
are
removed in different ways. To remove the type with a
release clip:
1.
To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm
until it locks into a vertical position.
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Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab.
Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from
the wiper arm hook.
Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The
insert has two notches at one end that are locked by
bottom claws
of the blade assembly. At the notched
end, pull
the insert from the blade assembly.
To install the new wiper insert, slide the notched
end last, into the end with two blade claws. Slide
the insert all the way through the blade claws at the
opposite end.
Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom
claws. Make sure that all other claws are properly
locked
on both sides of the insert slot.
Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm
hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in
the hook slot.
Carefully lower the wiper
arm and blade assembly
into the windshield.
Tires
Yo%fS%%v 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.
A CAUTIOI.:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
are dangerous.
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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.
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.
Overinflated 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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