2004 PONTIAC VIBE Owners Manual

Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (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.
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. Remove the storage compartment cover in the rear
cargo area of the vehicle to access the bulbs.2. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and
pull it out of the
lamp housing.
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3. Pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
4. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb.
5. Reinstall the cover.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.
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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.Replacement Bulbs
Lamps Bulb Number
Headlamp High-/Low-Beam 9003
Front Turn Signal 1157NA
Brake Lamp 7443
Back-Up Lamps 7440
Rear Turn Signal 7440
CHMSL 921
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least
twice a year for wear or cracking. See ªWiper Blade
Checkº under
At Least Twice a Year on page 6-20for
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 GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional
information refer to the tire manufacturer's booklet
included with your vehicle's Owner's Manual and other
glove compartment literature.
{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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·
Underin¯ated 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.
·Overin¯ated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact Ð 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.
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Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into it's
sidewall. The following illustration shows an example of
a passenger car tire sidewall.
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