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As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash
at twice the normal rate, a signal bulb may be burned
out and other drivers
may not see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don’t
go on at all when you
signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and a blown
fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index).
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high
to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way toward
you. Then release it.
When the high beams
are
on, this light on the
instrument panel also will be on.
Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield
wipers by turning the band
with the wiper symbol on it.
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold
it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will
stop after one cycle.
If you want more cycles, hold the
band
on MIST longer.
You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay
between wipes. This can be very useful
in light rain or
snow.
Turn the band to choose the delay time. The
closer to LOW, the shorter the delay.
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Making Turns
I NOTICE:
Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering.
When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns
than normal.
Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft
shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects.
Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well
in advance.
limn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra
wiring and a heavy-duty turn signal flasher (included in
the optional trailering package).
The arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you’re about
to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing
a trailer, the arrows on your instrument
panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer
are burned out. Thus,
you may think drivers behind you
are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important
to check occasionally
to be sure the trailer bulbs are
still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you
start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your brakes
so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
On
a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
speed to around
45 mph (70 kmh) to reduce the
possibility
of engine and transmission overheating.
When towing at high altitude
on steep uphill grades,
consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a
lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If you turn
your engine off immediately after towing at high altitude
on steep uphill grades, your vehicle may show signs
similar to engine overheating.
To avoid this, let the
engine run while parked (preferably on
level ground)
with the automatic transmission in PARK
(P) for a
few minutes before turning the engine
off. If you do
get the overheat warning, see “Engine Overheating”
in the Index.
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how
to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
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Fuel (Gasoline Engine)
Fuels in Foreign Countries
Filling Your Tank
Checking Things Under the
Hood
Noise Control System
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
Air Cleaner (Gasoline Engines)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Rear Axle
Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap
Thermostat Power Steering Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes
Battery 6-32
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6-67 Bulb
Replacement
Halogen Bulbs
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires
Appearance Care
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside
of Your Vehicle
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
(If Equipped)
Cleaning Tires Sheet Metal Damage
Finish Damage
Appearance Care Materials Chart
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Electrical System
Capacities and Specifications
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Lamp and Bulb Data
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Battery
Every new vehicle has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You
never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time
for
a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom
battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown
on the original battery’s label.
Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more,
take off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This
will help keep your battery from running down. 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 Bulbs
A CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can Durn 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.
A 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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Composite Headlamps
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
counterclockwise one quarter
turn.
4. On the passenger side, turn the bulb clockwise one
quarter turn. Also,
to remove the bulb on the
passenger side,
you will need to move the battery.
5. Install a new bulb. Do not handle the glass part of
the bulb.
6. Reverse Steps 3 through 4 to reinstall the headlamp.
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Sidemarker Lamps
3. Remove the bulb assembly from the back of the lens
and replace the bulb.
Reverse Steps
1 through 3 to replace the bulb. Turn
the socket clockwise to replace it in the lens assembly.
1. Remove the screw from the top of the lens.
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2. Un-clip the bottom of the lamp from the grille.
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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7. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. Install
the new bulb.
8. Reverse the above steps to reinstall the lamp.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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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Lamp and Bulb Data
LAMP OR BULB
HEADLAMPS
2 Headlamp System (Sealed Beam System)
Low/High Beam
4 Headlamp System (Composite Headlamp System)
Low/High Beam
High Beam
LAMP OR BULB
EXTERIOR
Front Sidemarker Lamp
Front Park and Turn Lamp
Rear Parking Lamp
Rear Stop and
Turn Lamp
Back-up Lamp
Back-up Lamp
Rear Park, Stop, and
Turn Lamp
CHMSL
License Plate Lamp
Underhood Lamp
Reel Lamp
TRADE NO.
H6054
6052
9005
TRADE NO.
194
2357NA
3057
3057
3156 1156
1157 921
194
232
232
POWER RATING AT
12.8V, WATTS
35/65
51
60
QTY.
2
4
2
2
2
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LAMP OR BULB INTERIOR
Dome Lamps
Reading Lamps
IP Courtesy Lamp
Stepwell Lamp
Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp
Ashtray Lamp
Sunshade Vanity Mirror
LAMP OR BULB
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator
Charging System Indicator Lamp
Instrument Cluster Illumination
Headlamp Beam Indicator
Turn Signal Indicator
Brake Warning Indicator
SIR (Air Bag)
Safety Belt Warning
Check Gages Indicator
Malfunction Indicator (“Service Engine Soon”) Lamp
TRADE NO.
211-2
211-2
194
194
194 194 74
TRADE NO.
74 74
194 74 74
74
74
74
74
74
QTY.
3
6
2
214
1
1
4
QTY.
1 1
6
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
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