headlamp OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1998 User Guide

7. Replace the new bulb through the black retainer ring
and into the electrical connector. Push the bulb
firmly enough
so that the blue tabs hook over the tab
on the bulb.
8. Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp
housing and tighten the black retainer ring in place.
Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp
aiming bar.
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9. Align the pins on the bottom of the headlamp
assembly with the holes in the lamp support bracket
while placing the holes in the assembly over the
bolts where the wing nuts attach.
10. Replace and tighten the wing nuts.
11. Replace the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly by
lining up the tabs
at the back of the assembly with
the
holes in the fender.
12. Tighten the bolt connecting the parkinghurn
signal lamp assembly. Be sure the tab from the
parking/turn signal lamp assembly is inboard of the
tab from the headlamp assembly.
Front ParkingTurn Signal Lamps
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the thumb screw attaching the parking/turn
signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly.
3. Pull the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly away
from the body.
4. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by
pressing the tab while turning
it to the left.
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5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and
gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket.
6. Line up the tabs on the sockets with the gaps in the
socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the
lamp housing until a click is heard (the tab popping
back out).
7. To replace the lamp assembly, line up and insert the
tabs on the back of the assembly with the slots in
the fender. Engage the lower clip on the front of the
lamp assembly, keeping the upper tab on the
parking/turn signal lamp assembly inboard
of the
headlamp bracket tab.
8. To align the parking/tum signal lamp assembly with the
headlamp assembly,
lift up the pxking/turn signal lamp
assembly until the upper edge is contacting the fender.
9. Fasten the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly to the
headlamp assembly with the thumb screw removed
in Step
1.
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Front Sidemarker
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the thumb screw attaching the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly to
the headlamp assembly.
3. Pull the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly away
from the body.
4. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly
by turning
it to the left.
5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and
gently pushing 'the new one
into the lamp socket.
6. Line up the tabs on the sockets with the gaps in the
socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the
lamp housing.
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7.
8.
9.
To replace the lamp assembly, line up and insert the tabs
on the back of the assembly with the slots in the fender.
Engage the lower clip on the front of the lamp assembly,
keeping the upper tab
on the parking/turn signal lamp
assembly inboard
of the headlamp bracket tab.
To align the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly with
the headlamp assembly, lift
up the parking/turn
signal lamp assembly until the upper edge
is
contacting the fender.
Fasten the park/turn signal lamp assembly to the
headlamp assembly with the thumb screw removed
in Step
1.
Taillamps
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing
3. Pull off the entire taillamp housing. The
on
the inboard side.
locatorhetaining pins on the outboard side are
part
of the lamp assembly and will remain intact
during removal.
4. Remove the bulb holder by pressing the four
retaining tabs and pulling the holder away from
the assembly.
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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
retailer if any
of these conditions exist.
Your retailer 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
Oldsmobile model.
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 “Changing
a Flat Tire” in the Index for more
information.
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Electrical System
Add-on Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your retailer 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 “Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit
breaker in the
I/P fuse panel. An electrical overload will
cause the lamps to
go on and off, or in some cases to
remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring
checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
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, be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the I/P 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.
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FUSE USAGE CHART
CIRCUIT LH T/LP RH T/LP
SWC
BACKLIGHT
3REAKERS
I HEADLAMP ELEC PRNDL
ABS SOL ELC RR DEFOG RR FOG LP
PWR MIRROR CTSY
LAMP FRT PWR
SCKT
CIGARDLC
Fl FRT HVAC/HI
1 CRUISE I TiSlG I SIR
I PWROTRVENT I RRHVAC I FR&~~$~~~w' I SUNROOF I HVAC/DRL I
FRT WPRMSHR BCM
PRGRM
RR WPA WSHR
MALURADIO/DIC
SWC ACCY
LH HEADLP RH
HEADLP
HAZARD LOW LOW
I PWR LOCK I RR PWR SCKT 1 ABS MOD BATr I LH:ktDLP I RH%DLp
I I DRL I CANVENTSOL I ABSFCS IGN I PCM /
For More information, See Owner's Manual Printed in /
Circuit Breakers
HEADLAMP
PWR WDOIRR
VENT
PWR SEATIPSD
FRT HVAC/HI
BLWR DRL
Control Module,
Headlamp and
I/P
Dimmer Switch
Front Power Windows
6-Way Power Seat(s) and Rear
Side Door Actuator Motor
Blower Motor Hi Speed Relay
in Module
Fuses
swc
BACKLIGHT
ELEC PRNDL
PWR MIRROR Steering Wheel
Radio Control
Switches (Illumination)
Instrument Cluster to
PRNDL Indicators
Power Remote Control
Mirror Switch
CRUISE Cruise Control Module, Switch
and Release Switch
PWR QTR VENT Interior Lamps and
Multifunction Switch
(Power Vent Switch)
FRT WPWSHR Windshield Wipermasher
Motor and Switch
BCM
PWR LOCK
RH TLP
RR FOG LP
CIGARIDLC
TISIG Not
Used
Not Used Cigarette Lighter and Data Link
Connector (DLC)
Turn Signal Switch
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Underhood Fuse and Relay Center
This fuse and relay center is located in the engine
compartment, in front
of the windshield washer
fluid reservoir.
The fuses marked spare are available
if a replacement
fuse is needed.
‘ MAXIFUSES 1 ~ COOL FAN 2 :30 A)
3 - HEACLAlvlPS (60 A1 4 8All MAIN 2 (60 A) 5 - lLiN MAIN 1 (40 AI fi - COOL FAN 1 (30 A) 7 - BAlT MAIN 1 !63 A) I3 - IGN MAIN 2 160 AI MINI RELAYS
10 -COOL FAN 2 9 -COOL FAN
12-COOL FAN
1 li IGNMAIN
MICRO RELAYS
IS-FPMPSPDCON~ lG ~- HORN I7 FOGLAMP
MINIFUSES .a- Iru (IO A) ’9 -$=ARE 20 SPARE 21 - lGNi - UH :’5 A) =-SPARE 23 SPARE 21 -SPARE
25-ELEKIGN (l5Aj 26 SPARE 27- BiU LAMP (10 A) 28 - AIC CLU I10 A!
32 FUEL PUMP ;15 AI
33-ECMSENSEilOA) - ’ 34 - 35-FOG LP IlOA) I I 36 HORN (15 A] 37 -PARK LP (20 A) 39 - 38 - II
II
II
DIODES *- AC CLU DIODE
40-MINI FUSEPULLER 1 I
13-AiCCLU 1L - FUEL PUMP 29 - RACCO :la A] 30 ALT SENSE (10 A) L-J 31 --CC (10 A)
Maxi Fuse
1 -COOL FAN 2
3-HEADLAMPS
4-BATT MAIN
2
Coolant Fans
Circuit Breakers: FRT HVAC
HI BLWR, and HEADLAMP
Fuses (UP): HAZARD and
STOPLAMP
Circuit Breaker: PWR
SEATPSD. Fuses
(UP): ELC
and
RR DEFOG
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Mini Fuse
2 1 -1GN 1 -UH
22-SPARE
23-SPARE
24-SPARE
25-ELEK
IGN
26-SPARE
27-B/U LAMP
28-NC CLU
29-RADIO Evaporative Emissions
(EVAP)
Canister Purge Valve, Heated
Oxygen Sensors
1 and 2, Mass
Air Flow (MAF) Sensor
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Ignition Control Module (ICM)
Not Used
Transaxle Range Switch to
Back-up Lamps
A/C CLU Relay to A/C
Compressor Clutch Oil
Driver Information Display,
Heater A/C Control, Radio,
Rear Side Door Actuator
Control Motor, Remote Control
Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR),
Security Indicator Lamp and
Theft Deterrent Shock Sensor
Mini Fuse
30-ALT SENSE
3
1 -TCC Generator
Automatic Transaxle
(Torque
Converter Clutch Solenoids)
Stoplamp Switch to PCM
32-FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Relay
33-ECM SENSE
34
35-FOG LP
36-HORN
37-PARK LP
38
39
40 Powertrain Control
Module (PCM)
Not Used
Fog Lamp Relay
Horn Relay
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Control Module,
Headlamps and
I/P Dimmer
Switch Theft-Deterrent Relay
to Headlamps
Not Used
Not Used
Mini Fuse Puller
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