2004 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO Owners Manual

6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)
terminal location of the vehicle with the dead
battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the
vehicle has one.7. Don’t let the other end
touch metal. Connect
it to the positive (+)
terminal location of
the vehicle with
the good battery. Use
a remote positive (+)
terminal if the vehicle
has one.
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8. Now connect the black
negative (−) cable to
the negative (−)
terminal location of
the vehicle with
the good battery. Use
a remote negative (−)
terminal if the
vehicle has one.
Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next
step. The other end of the negative (−) cable
doesn’tgo to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy,
unpainted metal part or to a remote negative (−)
terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery.9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable at
least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery,
but not near engine parts that move. The electrical
connection is just as good there, and the chance
of sparks getting back to the battery is much less.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run
the engine for a while.
11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it
won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
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Notice:If the jumper cables are removed in the
wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and
damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Remove the jumper
cables in the correct order, making sure that the
cables do not touch each other or other metal.
A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part
B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) Terminal
C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) TerminalTo disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles,
do the following:
1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the
vehicle that had the dead battery.
2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the
vehicle with the good battery.
3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
vehicle with the good battery.
4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the
other vehicle.
5. Return the remote positive (+) terminal cover to
its original position.
Jumper Cable Removal
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Headlamp Aiming
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 ash
their high beams at you (for vertical aim). If you believe
your headlamps need to be re-aimed, we recommend
that you take your vehicle to the dealer for service.
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulb, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 5-63.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
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, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
A. High-Beam Headlamp
B. Low-Beam Headlamp
C. Parking/Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lamp
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1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the air baffle.
3. Remove the two headlamp fasteners by pulling
up on them.
4. Gently pull the headlamp assembly away from the
vehicle and remove the electrical connector.
5. Remove the round dust caps to gain access to
the bulbs.6. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from
the retaining ring by gently pulling it away from the
headlamp assembly.
7. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by
raising the lock tab and pulling the connector away
from the bulb’s base.
8. Install the electrical connector to the new bulb.
9. Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on
the bulb base into the matching notch in the
retaining ring. Turn the bulb a quarter-turn clockwise
until it stops.
10. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall the headlamp
assembly.
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Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps
and Sidemarker Lamps
A. Rear Sidemarker Lamp
B. Taillamp/Stoplamp
C. Turn Signal Lamp1. Open the trunk. If your vehicle has a convenience
net, unhook the net from the upper wing nut.
2. Remove the nut and convenience net.
3. Pull the carpet away from the rear of the vehicle.
4. Unscrew the two remaining hex nuts.
5. Pull the assembly from the body carefully.
6. To remove a socket, turn it counterclockwise and
pull it out.
7. Pull the bulb out. Do not twist it.
8. Push the new bulb into the socket.
9. Push the socket back into the assembly. Tighten
the socket by turning it clockwise.
10. Reinstall the assembly and the two lower wing nuts.
Make sure that the wires are not pinched between
the body of the vehicle and the mounting screws.
11. Reinstall the carpeting.
12. Reinstall the upper (convenience net) wing nut and
reattach convenience net, if equipped.
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Back-Up Lamps
The back-up lamps are located in the rear bumper.
1. Open the trunk.
2. Remove the two screws.
3. Pull the assembly from the body of the vehicle.
4. To remove a socket, turn the socket
counterclockwise and pull it out.
5. Pull the old bulb out. Do not twist it.
6. Push the new bulb into the socket.
7. Push the socket back into the assembly.
Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise.
8. Reinstall the assembly with the two screws.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamps Bulb Number
Back-Up 921
Front Park/Turn Signal3357NAK or
3457NAK
Front Sidemarker Lamps 194
Headlamps, High-Beam 9005
Headlamps, Low-Beam 9006
Rear Sidemarker Lamps 168
Taillamps/Stoplamps/Turn Signal 3057
For any bulb not listed here, contact you dealer.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Windshield
Wipers, Blade Check” underScheduled Maintenance
on page 6-4for more information.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For proper type and length,
seeNormal Maintenance Replacement Parts on
page 6-13. Here’s how to remove the wiper blades:
1. Turn on the wipers to the low wipe setting.
2. Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the
outer positions of the wiper pattern. The blades
are more accessible for removal/replacement while
in this position.
3. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.4. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass,
push the release clip from under the blade
connecting point and pull the old blade assembly
down toward the glass to remove it from the
wiper arm.
5. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm
until you hear the release clip “click” into place.
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