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If your fuel filler door release won't operate, there is a
manual release tab. The tab is located against the upper
trim on the driver's side in the rear compartment.While refueling, place the cap in the holder on the fuel
filler door to prevent damage to your vehicle's finish.
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.
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 or have proper
venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system
might be damaged.

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Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulb, see
ªReplacement Bulbsº in the Index.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your Chevrolet dealer's
service department.
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. The headlamp doors need to be halfway open. Turn
the headlamp switch on, then quickly back to the
parking lamps setting. You may have to do this a few
times to get the half
-open position.
You can also open the headlamp doors manually by
turning the adjuster counterclockwise.

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2. Remove the screws on each side of the
headlamp bezel.
3. Open the hood.
4. To remove the bezel, pull the sides slightly outward
and tilt the bezel forward. Pull the clip centered
above the lens outward. Be careful not to scratch
the paint.5. Reach behind the lamp and turn the bulb
counterclockwise to remove it. Don't touch the
halogen bulbs. The inner bulb is the high beam and
the outer bulb is the low beam.
6. Disconnect the desired bulb from the wiring harness.
7. Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb.

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6-35 Front Turn Signal Lamps
1. Remove the front fascia close-out panel
attaching bolts.
2. Remove the front fascia close
-out panel.
3. Grasp the cooling duct and pull to release it from the
front fascia, then reposition it. This will give you
better access to the bulb.
4. Squeeze the tab on the socket and turn it
counterclockwise to remove the socket with the bulb.
5. Remove the bulb from the socket.
6. Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb.
Front Sidemarker Lamps
1. Follow Steps 1 through 3 in ªFront Turn Signal
Lampsº described previously.
2. Turn the socket one
-quarter of a turn
counterclockwise and pull it out.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
4. Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb.

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3. To remove the socket with the bulb, squeeze the tab
while you turn the socket counterclockwise.4. Remove the bulb from the socket.
5. Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb.

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6-38 Back-Up Lamps
You can access the back-up lamps through the inboard
taillamp opening. See ªRear Turn Signal and Taillampsº
in the Index.
1. Squeeze the tab on the socket while turning it
counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly.
2. Remove the bulb from the socket.
3. Reverse the steps listed previously with a new bulb.
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See ªWiper Blade
Checkº in Section 7 of this manual under Part B ªOwner
Checks and Servicesº for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For the proper type and
length, see ªNormal Maintenance Replacement Partsº in
the Index.
It's a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade
assembly every six months.
NOTICE:
Use care when removing or installing a blade
assembly. Accidental bumping can cause the arm
to fall back and strike the windshield.

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To remove the wiper blade assembly:
1. Open the hood to gain access to the
windshield wipers.
2. Lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position.
A. Blade Assembly
B. Arm Assembly
C. Locking TabD. Blade Pivot
E. Hook Slot
F. Arm Hook3. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab
(C). Pull down on the blade assembly (A) to release
it from the wiper arm hook (F).
4. Remove the insert from the blade assembly (A). The
insert has two notches at one end that are locked by
the bottom claws of the blade assembly. At the
notched end, pull the insert from the blade assembly.