
8. To remove, squeeze the tab on the side of the
sockets while turning them counterclockwise.9. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. Install
the new bulb.
10. Reverse the above steps to reinstall the lamp.
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Center High Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)
It is recommended that this component be replaced as
a unit by your dealer.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-up Lamp 3157
CHMSL 912
Composite High-Beam
Headlamps9005
Composite Low-Beam
Headlamps9006GS
Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157KX
Front Sidemarker Lamp 194
Sealed Beam Headlamps H6054
Rear Parking, Stop, and
Turn Lamp3157
For any bulb not listed here, contact your dealer.
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Audio System(s) (cont.)
Setting the Time for Radios with
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-43
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-43
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-72
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-72
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-19
Operation...................................................2-24
B
Backing Up....................................................4-48
Battery..........................................................5-41
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-6
Battery Run-Down Protection............................3-17
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-23
Brake
Parking......................................................2-26
System Warning Light..................................3-32
Brake Adjustment............................................5-40
Brake Fluid....................................................5-38
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................5-40
Brake Wear...................................................5-40
Brakes..........................................................5-38
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-9Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-51
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps.........................................5-53
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-51
Headlamps.................................................5-51
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-55
Taillamps....................................................5-53
Buying New Tires...........................................5-70
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
Canada........................................................... 7-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance........................... 7-7
Capacities and Speci cations..........................5-106
Carbon Monoxide...........................4-26, 4-37, 2-30
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-95
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-72
Your CD Player...........................................3-74
Your CDs ...................................................3-74
Cargo Door Relocking....................................... 2-9
Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models
with an Air Bag Off Switch............................1-48
Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models
without an Air Bag Off Switch........................1-47
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Fluid
Automatic Transmission................................5-19
Power Steering...........................................5-35
Windshield Washer......................................5-36
FM ...............................................................3-72
Following Distance..........................................4-47
Front Axle......................................................5-49
Fuel............................................................... 5-4
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-5
Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................... 5-9
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-7
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-6
Gage.........................................................3-41
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-4
Gasoline Speci cations.................................. 5-5
Fuel Regulator................................................2-22
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-102
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-101
G
Gage
Check Gages Warning Light..........................3-41
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-34
Fuel..........................................................3-41
Oil Pressure...............................................3-37Gage (cont.)
Speedometer..............................................3-26
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-31
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-4
Speci cations............................................... 5-5
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities.................................................... 7-5
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer.................... 3-9
Headlamp Wiring...........................................5-101
Headlamps....................................................5-51
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-51
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps.........................................5-53
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-51
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-24
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-24
Hitches..........................................................4-45
Hood
Checking Things Under.................................. 5-9
Release.....................................................5-10
Horn............................................................... 3-7
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Recovery Tank............................................5-29
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-83
Removing the Rear Seat................................... 1-6
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-76
Removing the Wheel Covers............................5-83
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-55
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................5-41
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..............................................1-80
Replacing the Rear Seats.................................. 1-8
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-11
General Motors...........................................7-11
United States Government............................7-10
Restraint System Check
Checking Your Restraint Systems...................1-79
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-80
Restraint Systems
Checking....................................................1-79
Replacing Parts...........................................1-80
Resynchronization............................................. 2-6
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-21
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts.........1-24
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out...................4-30
Routing, Engine Drive Belt...............................6-15
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-31S
Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-27
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-95
Center Passenger Position....................1-24, 1-25
Driver Position............................................1-15
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-15
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts........1-14
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for
Children and Small Adults.........................1-29
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-26
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-24
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-32
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-23
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-10
Safety Chains.................................................4-46
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-4
Seats
Manual........................................................ 1-3
Power Seat.................................................. 1-4
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 1-6
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-4
Secondary Latch System.................................5-80
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Seat Position............................1-59, 1-60
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-54
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