lock PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 2000 Owners Manual

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Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and
remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench.The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) extension
and protector/guide (B) and wheel wrench (C).

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If there is a wheel cover,
loosen the plastic nut caps
with the wheel wrench.
They won't come off.
Then, using the flat end
of the wheel wrench,
pry along the edge of the
cover until it comes off.Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire
1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts.
Don't remove them yet.
2. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift
head a few inches.

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CAUTION:
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you
could be badly injured or killed. Never get under
a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
CAUTION:
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned can damage the vehicle and even make
the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury
and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
head into the proper location before raising
the vehicle.
3. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle
clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the
ground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle.
Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.

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7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
8. Tighten the wheel nuts
firmly in a crisscross
sequence as shown.
9. Reinstall wheel trim. If present, tighten plastic caps
by hand. With a wheel wrench tighten plastic caps an
additional quarter turn clockwise.

5-34 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools
CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
The compact spare is for temporary use only.
Replace the compact spare tire with a full
-size tire as
soon as you can. See ªCompact Spare Tireº in the Index.
See the storage instructions label to replace your
compact spare in your trunk properly.
A. Retainer
B. Cover
C. Compact Spare Tire
D. Nut
E. Jack
F. Wrench
G. Lock Nut Tool
H. Foam Holder
I. Extension and
Protective Guide
J. Bolt Screw

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Filling Your Tank
CAUTION:
Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns
violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Don't smoke if you're near gasoline or refueling
your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking
materials away from gasoline.
The tethered cap is behind the fuel door on the driver's
side of your vehicle.
While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below the
fuel fill opening.
To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let
go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right.

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CAUTION:
If you get gasoline on yourself and then
something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the
fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen
if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in
hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
wait for any ªhissº noise to stop. Then unscrew
the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See ªCleaning the
Outside of Your Vehicleº in the Index.When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure
you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. See ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.
NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right
type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get
the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may
cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light
and your fuel tank and emissions system may be
damaged. See ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.

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3. Carefully remove the headlamp assembly from the
vehicle. Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping
the paint on the vehicle while removing.
4. Lift the plastic tab on the electrical connector and
pull the connector.5. Turn the lamp socket ring a quarter turn
counterclockwise to remove it from the
headlamp assembly.

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6. Pull the bulb from the socket.
7. Place the new bulb into the socket.
8. Turn the lamp socket ring a quarter turn clockwise
to place it back into the headlamp assembly.
9. Lift the plastic tab on the electrical connector and
reinstall the connector.
10. Carefully reinstall the headlamp assembly. Be
careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on
the vehicle while reinstalling the assembly.
11. Reinstall the two bolts on the top of the
headlamp assembly.
12. Close the hood.Headlamp Aiming
The aim of your vehicle's headlamps can be adjusted by
using aim tips located on the outer surface of the lens.
The aim has been pre
-set at the factory and should need
no further adjustment.
If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp
aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam
may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers
(for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash their
high beams at you (for vertical aim). If you believe your
headlamps need to be re
-aimed, it is recommended that
you take your vehicle to the dealer for assistance.
Front Turn Signal and Front Sidemarker
1. Open the hood and support properly.

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2. Remove the two bolts from the top of the
headlamp assembly.
3. Remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.
Be careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint
on the vehicle while removing it.
4. Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket a quarter turn
counterclockwise to remove.5. Remove the bulb from the socket.
6. Place the new bulb into the socket.
7. Turn the bulb socket a quarter turn clockwise to
reinstall it.
8. Carefully reinstall the headlamp assembly. Be
careful to avoid scratching or chipping the paint on
the vehicle.
9. Reinstall the two bolts on the top of the
headlamp assembly.
10. Close the hood.