headlamp CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 2000 6.G Owner's Manual

6-37 Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp and
Sidemarker Lamp
A. High Beam Headlamp
B. Low Beam Headlamp
C. Park/Turn Signal Lamp
To remove the assembly:
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the air baffle.
3. Remove both headlamp assembly attach clips by
pulling up on the clip.
4. Gently pull the headlamp assembly away from the
vehicle and remove any electrical connectors.
5. To remove a socket, press the tab, turn the socket
counterclockwise and pull it out of the assembly.
6. Remove the used bulb. Do not twist it.
7. Insert the new bulb into the socket.
8. Place the socket back into the assembly and tighten
it by turning the socket clockwise.
9. Reverse the order of Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall
the assembly.
10. Close the hood.

6-50 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced
carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not
needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or
your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment
may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle
vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels
may need to be rebalanced.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel,
wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
See your dealer if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same load
-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the
same way as the one it replaces.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original
equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts
or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
It could affect the braking and handling of your
vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in which
you or others could be injured. Always use the
correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts
for replacement.
NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause problems with
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper
height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and chassis.
See ªChanging a Flat Tireº in the Index for
more information.

6-61
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.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp circuit is protected by individual fuses in
the underhood electrical center. An electrical overload
will cause the fuse to blow. If this happens, have your
headlamp system checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools.
If the overload is caused by some electrical problem,
have it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
A circuit breaker in the driver's side fuse panel protect
the power windows and other power accessories.
When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the
problem is fixed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. 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.

6-62
Driver's Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Some fuses are in a fuse
block on the driver's side
of the instrument panel.
Pull off the cover labeled
FUSES to expose the fuses.
Circuit Relay Description
RETAINED
ACCESSORY
PWR RELAYRetained Accessory Power Relay
HEADLAMP
RELAYHeadlamp Relay

6-67
Mini Fuses Description
HORN RLY Horn Relay
BLANK Blank
BLANK Blank
FOG RLY Fog Lamp Relay
F/PMP RLY Fuel Pump Relay
DRL/EXIT LTS Low (Left Front) & High
(Left Front) Headlamps
EXT LTS Low (Right Front) & High
(Right Front) Headlamps
PCM PCM Battery
A/C RLY
(CMPR)HVAC Compressor Relay
& GeneratorUnderhood Fuse Block (Lower)
Some fuses are in a fuse block on the passenger's side of
the engine compartment.

6-69
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamps Bulb Number
Back
-Up 921. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Park/Turn Signal 3357NAK or 3457 NAK. . . .
Headlamp, High
-Beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp, Low
-Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Sidemarker 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Sidemarker 168. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lamps Bulb Number
Dome 578. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Compartment Courtesy 912. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index for more information.
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement 7.4 quarts (7.0 L). . .
After Complete Overhaul 10.0 quarts (9.5 L). . . . . . .
When draining/replacing converter, more fluid will
be needed.
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3400 (Code E) V6 11.3 quarts (10.7 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) V6 11.7 quarts (11.0 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerant, Air Conditioning2.75 lbs. (1.25 kg) . .
Engine Crankcase
- Oil and Filter Change
3400 (Code E) V6 4.5 quarts (4.3 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) V6 4.3 quarts (4.1 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank17 gallons (64 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in
this manual. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index.