1998 PONTIAC GRAND AM headlamp

Headlamp Bulb Replacement 1. On the driver’s side only, unscrew the butterfly
fastener. Then lift the plate.
When replacing the headlamp bulb,
do not touch the
glass portion of the new halogen bulb. The oil from your
fingers will shorten the life of your new halogen bulb.
For the type of bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in
the Index.
2. Remove the attachment bolts of the headlamp
support strap.
3. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment bolts.
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4. Lift the headlamp assembly out of the mounting
bracket.
5. Twist the bulb assembly to the left one-sixth of a
turn and pull out the bulb assembly.
6. Unclip the bulb assembly from the wiring harness.
7. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to replace the bulb
assembly and headlamp housing.
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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.
Used Replacement Wheels
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A CAUTION:
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or
how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly
and cause an accident.
If you have to replace a
wheel, use a new
GM original equipment wheel.
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Tire Chains
NOTICE:
If your vehicle has P195/65R15 or P205/55R16
size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can
damage your vehicle because there’s
not
enough clearance.
Use another type of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends it for
use on your
vehicle and
tire size combination and road
conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions.
To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust
or remove the
device if it’s contacting your vehicle, and don’t
spin your wheels.
NOTICE: (Continued)
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Electrical System
Add-on Electrical Equipment
I NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer 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 a circuit breaker
located
in the instrument panel fuse block. An electrical
overload
will cause the headlamps to go on and off, or in
some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your
headlamp system checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a 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, have
it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the 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
PWR WDO
TURN
Usage
Power Window (Circuit Breaker)
Turn Signal Lamps
Fuse
INT LPS
PWR ST
RDO IGN
HTR-A/C
CRUISE
TAIL LPS
LTR
Usage
Alarm Module (Illuminated Entry,
Warning Chimes, Overhead
Lamps, MapReading Lamps,
Glove Box Lamp, Trunk Lamp,
Radio, Power Mirrors), Anti-Lock
Brakes, Variable Effort Steering
Power Seat
Radio
Heater/Air Conditioning Blower,
Daytime Running Lamps, Automatic Light Control
Cruise Control
Parking Lamps, Taillamps, Sidemarker Lamps, License
Lamps, Instrument Panel Lights,
Headlamp Warning Alarm
Cigarette Lighter
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Fuse
WIPER
02
DR UNLK
ALARM
FOG/FTP
PRNDL
DR LK
2
Usage
Windshield Wipersmashers
Heated Oxygen Sensors
Automatic Door Unlock
Automatic Transaxle, Automatic
Door Unlock, Alarm Module (Illuminated Entry, Warning
Chimes), Traction Telltale, Rear
Window Defogger, Remote
Keyless Entry
Fog Lamps
Instrument Cluster, Powertrain
Computer,
Park-Lock Solenoid,
Electronic PRNDL
Door Locks
Fuse
AIR BAG
HORN
INST
STOP HAZ
PCM
DR LK
1
Usage
Air Bag Power
Horn, Service Tool Power
Instrument Cluster
Stoplamps, Hazard Lamps,
Anti-Lock Brakes
Powertrain Control Module
Door Locks, Remote
Keyless Entry
Fog Lamps
INST LPS Instrument Panel Lights,
RELAY RR DEF Rear Window Defogger
HDLP Headlamps, Daytime Running Lamps (Circuit Breaker)
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Fuse
HVAC BLO
MOT
PCM BATT
CLG FAN
HDLP
STOP LPS
PWR ACC
RR DEFG
ABS
IGN SW
Usage
Heater/Air Conditioner-High
Blower, Generator-Voltage Sense
Powertrain Computer
Engine Cooling
Fan
Lighting Circuits
Power Accessories,
Stop Lamp Circuits,
Rear Window Defogger
Anti-Lock Brakes, Variable
Effort Steering
Ignition Switch Circuits
Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Fuse Panel
Your steering wheel radio controls are protected by
fuses.
For service, contact your service department.
Replacement Bulbs
OUTSIDE LAMPS ..................... BULB
Back-up Lamps ......................... 2057
Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps ........ 2057 NA
Halogen Headlamps Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
............. 9 12
Low-Beam ................... - _. . 9006
High-Beam ........................... 9005
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal Lamps ............... 2057
INSIDE LAMPS ....................... BULB
Dome Lamp ............................. 16 1
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Blizzard ...................................... 4-28
Brake Adjustment
.................................. 6-35
Fluid
....................................... 6-31
Mastercylinder
.............................. 6-31
Parking
..................................... 2-27
PedalTravel
................................. 6-35
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-35
System Wanzing Light
.................... 2-58, 6-32
Trailer
...................................... 4- 38
Transaxle
Shift Interlock Check .................. 7-32
Wear
....................................... 6-34
Brakes,Anti -Lock
............................... 4-7
Braking
........................................ 4- 6
Braking
in Emergencies .......................... 4-10
Break-In. New Vehicle .......................... 2-14
Brightness Control .............................. 2-44
Bulb Replacement
.............................. 6-36
Back-up Lamps
.............................. 6-40
CHMSL
.................................... 6-39
Dome Lamp
................................. 6-41
Headlamps
.................................. 6-37
BTSICheck
................................... 7-32
Taillamps
................................. 6-40
CaIiperKnuckle Maintenance Inspection
........... 7-35
Canadian Roadside Assistance
...................... 8-8
Capacities and Specifications
...................... 6-65
Carbon Monoxide
.......... 2- 11.2.31.2.32.4.29. 4.38
Cassette Deck Service
........................... 7-30
Cassette Tape Player
................... 3.9.3.12. 3.18
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-24
Cassette Tape Player
Errors .................. 3 . 10. 3. 15 CD Adapter
Kit ........................... 3.12. 3.15
CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature ................. 3-20
Center Console Cupholder
........................ 2-49
Center Console Storage Area
...................... 2-48
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp Bulb Replacement
... 6-39
Center Rear Passenger Position .................... 1-33
CertificationLabel
.............................. 4-33
Chains. Safety
................................. 4-38
Chains.
Tire ................................... 6-49
Changing
a Flat Tire ............................. 5-23
Check Engine Light
............................. 2-62
Check
Oil Light ........................... 2.66. 6.13
Checking
Your Restraint Systems .................. 1-52
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-56
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-43
Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position .......... 1-45
Securing
in the Passenger Seat Position ........... 1-47
Securing
in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-47
Where to Put
................................ 1-42
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-49
Circuit Breakers
and Fuses ....................... 6-60
Cleaner,
Air ................................... 6-19
Cleaning
...................................... 6-50
AluminumWheels
............................ 6-55
Fabric
...................................... 6-51
Glass
....................................... 6-53
Inside
of Your Pontiac ......................... 6-51
Instrument Panel
............................. 6-53
Leather
..................................... 6-52
Outside
of Your Pontiac ........................ 6-54
Special Problems
............................. 6-52
ChildRestraints
................................ 1-38
TopStrap
................................... 1-43
Stains ...................................... 6-51
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