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4. Use the wheel wrench to remove the
wheel nuts that secure the tire to the
carrier. Then lift the tire
off the
mounting bracket.
For Both Mounting Systems:
5. Put the spare tire near the flat one.
6. Using the Torx@ head wrench
supplied with the vehicle and stored
in the glove
box, remove the wheel
nut cover.
7. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all tht
wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet.
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16. Replace the wheel nut cover on the
spare wheel. Be sure to insert the
pin on the wheel cover into the hole
in the wheel. Screw the cover in
place using the TorxB head wrench.
17. Lower the jack head completely by
rotating the jack handle
counterclockwise. If you have an
inside-mounted spare tire, return
the jack and wheel wrench to their
storage compartment and secure
them with the wing nut. Replace the
jack storage compartment cover.
18. Fasten the flat tire where the spare
was stored. If you have a tailgate-
mounted spare tire carrier, tighten
firmly. Push and pull to make sure it
is not loose.
As soon as possible,
tighten the nuts to 22-32 pound-feet
(30-40
Nom) torque.
I If You’re Stuck: In Sand,
Mud, Ice or Snow
19. If you have a tailgate-mounted spare
tire, return the jack and wheel
wrench to their storage
compartment and replace the jack
storage compartment cover. Insert
the cover tabs into the trim panel,
align the cover and fasten the latch. What
you
don’t want to do when your
vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels.
The method known as “rocking” can
help you get out when you’re stuck, but
you must use caution.
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Service & Appearance Care
Taillight Bulb Replacement
For the type of bulb, see the Index
under Replacement Bulbs.
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Remove the T15 Torxs-head screws
3. Pull the assembly away from the
from
the light assembly.
fender.
4. Turn the socket countercloclwise to
remove it. If the socket has a tab,
push the tab in while you turn the
socket.
5. Turn the bulb countercloclwise to
remove it.
6. Put the new bulb into the socket and
turn the bulb cloclwise.
7. Put the socket into the light assembly
and turn the socket cloclwise until it
loclts in place.
8. Install the light assembly and screws.
9. Close the tailgate.
Fog Light Bulb Replacement
Don’t change your fog light bulbs unless
you have the proper aiming equipment.
See your Oldsmobile dealer if you have
any further questions.
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Replacement blades come in different
types and are removed in different
ways. Here’s how to remove the type
without a release clip:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away
2. With a screwdriver, pry the blade
3. Push the new wiper blade securely on
from the windshield.
assembly off the wiper arm.
the wiper arm.
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