2003 PONTIAC VIBE Owners Manual

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2. Remove the rubber cover and socket from the
headlamp.3. Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing
down and moving the metal retainer away from you.
4. Pull the bulb out of the fixture.
5. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb.

6-45 Front Turn Signal Lamps
To replace the front turn signal lamp bulbs, do the
following:
1. See ªHeadlampsº for location.
2. Locate the turn signal bulb.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out
of the lamp housing.
4. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb.
Rear Combination Lamps
To replace the turn signal and brake lamp bulbs, do the
following:
A. Brake Lamp
B. Turn Signal Lamp

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1. Access the bulbs through the storage compartment in
the rear cargo area of the vehicle. Remove the
storage compartment cover.
2. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and
pull it out of the lamp
housing.
3. Pull the bulb straight out
of the socket.
4. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb.
5. Reinstall the cover.

6-47 Back-up Lamps
The back-up lamp bulb is
located below the rear
combination lamps.
To replace the back
-up lamp bulb, do the following:
1. Reach up under the rear
fascia to locate the
back
-up lamp housing.
2. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and
pull it out of the lamp
housing.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
4. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb.

6-48 Center High-Mounted Stoplamps (CHMSL)
To replace the center high-mounted stoplamp bulb, do
the following:
1. The bulb is located on the inside of the liftgate
liftglass near the top. Remove the two clips on both
sides of the cover and remove it.
2. Unscrew the two screws from the CHMSL housing
and remove the housing to expose the bulb.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out
of the lamp housing.

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4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
5. Reverse the previous steps to install 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 the Index for more information.Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. Here's how to remove the
wiper blade:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly
toward the driver's side of the vehicle.
3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.

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Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see
your Pontiac Warranty booklet for details.
CAUTION:
Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are
dangerous.

Overloading your tires can cause
overheating as a result of too much friction.
You could have an air
-out and a serious
accident. See ªLoading Your Vehicleº in
the Index.
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Underinflated tires pose the same danger
as overloaded tires. The resulting accident
could cause serious injury. Check all tires
frequently to maintain the recommended
pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
when your tires are cold.

Overinflated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact
-- such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.

Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your
tread is badly worn, or if your tires have
been damaged, replace them.

6-51 High Performance Tire (Option)
If this vehicle has the optional 17-inch P215/50ZR17
size tires, they are ªhigh performanceº tires. High
performance tires are designed for very responsive
driving on wet or dry pavement, but they may not offer
the traction you would like on snow or ice covered
roads. You may also notice more road noise with high
performance tires and that they tend to wear faster. Also,
see ªTire Inspection and Rotationº later in this section or
in the Index.
For cold weather driving conditions, you may prefer to
get tires designed for snow or ice. See your Pontiac
dealer for details regarding winter tire availability and
proper tire selection. Also, see ªBuying New Tiresº later
in this section or in the Index.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label, which is in your
glove compartment, shows the correct inflation
pressures for your tires when they're cold. ªColdº
means your vehicle has been sitting for at least
three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTICE:
Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or
overinflation is all right. It's not. If your tires
don't have enough air (underinflation), you can
get the following:

Too much flexing

Too much heat

Tire overloading

Bad wear

Bad handling

Bad fuel economy
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get the following:

Unusual wear

Bad handling

Rough ride

Needless damage from road hazards