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As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash
very fast, a bulb may be burned out and other drivers
won't 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 the fuse (see ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in
the Index) and check for burned
-out bulbs.
Turn Signal On Chime
If your turn signal is left on for more than 0.8 miles
(1.3 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn
signal and the DIC will display the TURN SIGNAL
ON? reminder message. To turn off the chime and
message, move the turn signal lever to the off position.
To turn off the DIC message while the turn signal is
still active, press any button on the DIC. See
ªDriver Information Center (DIC)º in the
Index for more information.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high, push
the lever away from you until you hear a click. Then
release it.
When the high beams
are on, this light on the
instrument panel cluster
will also be on.
If the fog lamps are on when you turn on the
high
-beam headlamps, the fog lamps will turn off.
The fog lamps will turn back on when you turn
off the high
-beam headlamps.
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If you have a problem with
your oil, this light may stay
on after you start your
engine, or come on when
you are driving.
A warning chime and the DIC message LOW OIL
PRESSURE may also come on.
These indicate that oil is not going through your engine
quickly enough to keep it cool. The engine could be low
on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it
fixed right away.
The oil light could also come on briefly when the
ignition is on but the engine is not running. The light
will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the
light will go out about five seconds after you turn the
ignition to START. If it doesn't come on with the
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or
bulb. Have it fixed right away.CAUTION:
Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If
you do, your engine can become so hot that it
catches fire. You or others could be burned.
Check your oil as soon as possible and have
your vehicle serviced.
NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil
problems can be costly and is not covered by
your warranty.
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4-39 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a
different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check
with your dealer. 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.
Parking on Hills
CAUTION:
You really should not park your vehicle, with
a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes
wrong, your rig could start to move. People can
be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer
can be damaged.
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here's
how to do it:
1. Apply your regular brakes, but don't shift into
PARK (P) yet.
2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the
regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking
brake, and then shift to PARK (P).
5. Release the regular brakes.
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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.
6
-2 Service
6
-3 Fuel
6
-9 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
6
-10 Checking Things Under the Hood
6
-15 Engine Oil
6
-21 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6
-23 Automatic Transaxle Fluid
6
-27 Engine Coolant
6
-32 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-34 Brakes
6
-37 Battery
6
-39 Bulb Replacement
6
-48 Tires6
-58 Appearance Care
6
-58 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
6
-62 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
6
-65 Underbody Maintenance
6
-65 Chemical Paint Spotting
6
-66 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
6
-67 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
6
-68 Electrical System
6
-72 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
6
-77 Replacement Bulbs
6
-77 Capacities and Specifications
6
-79 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Bulb Replacement
For the type of bulb to use, see ªReplacement Bulbsº in
the Index.
For any bulb changing procedure 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.
Headlamps
1. Remove the two bolts from the headlamp assembly.
2. Use a large screwdriver by the outside mount to
separate the lamp assembly from the outboard snap
mounting pin. Slide the headlamp assembly outward
and lift it out.
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3. Disconnect the wiring harness from the
headlamp assembly.4. Lift the tabs to remove the bulb from the assembly.
5. Replace the bulb.
6. Push the bulb assembly in and turn it
clockwise to install the bulb assembly into the
headlamp assembly.
7. Then reconnect the wiring harness to the
lamp assembly.
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5. Turn the vertical
aiming screw (C)
until the headlamp
beam is aimed to
the horizontal
tape line.
The top edge of the cut
-off should be positioned at
the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp.
Front Turn Signals and Parking Lamps
Once the headlamp assembly has been removed from
the vehicle, the front turn signal and parking lamps can
be accessed. See ªHeadlampsº in the Index for more
information on location.
1. Tip the headlamp assembly and while pressing the
release, turn the bulb and socket counterclockwise to
remove them.
2. Replace the bulb in the socket.
3. Then reconnect the socket wiring harness to the
lamp assembly.
4. Reinstall the headlamp assembly into the vehicle.
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6-46 Rear Turn Signals, Stoplamps, Taillamps
and Back-up Lamps
1. Open the trunk.
2. Turn the screws located inside of the trunk
counterclockwise and remove them.
3. Remove the plastic trim piece from the trunk.
4. Pull the carpeting away from the rear corner of
the trunk.
5. Remove the three nuts holding the lamp in place and
remove the lamp assembly.
6. While pressing the release, turn the bulb socket
assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the
lamp assembly.
7. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from
the socket.
8. Replace the bulb and reverse the steps to reinstall the
lamp assembly.
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Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamps Bulb
Front
Halogen Headlamps
Low Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear
Back
-Up Lamps 3155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop/Taillamps 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Turn Signal Lamps 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions. Please refer to
ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in the Index
for more information.
Engine Code (LX5) 3.5L V6
Automatic Transaxle 7.4 quarts (7.0 L). . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 10.0 quarts (9.5 L). . . . . . . .
Engine Oil with Filter 5.5 quarts (5.2 L). . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank 18.5 U.S. gallons (70.0 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Code (L47) 4.0L V8
Automatic Transaxle 11.0 quarts (10.4 L). . . . . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 13.0 quarts (12.3 L). . . . . . .
Engine Oil with Filter 7.0 quarts (6.6 L). . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank 17.5 U.S. gallons (66.2 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended
in this manual.
Wheel Nut Torque
100 lb
-ft (140 N´m)
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