2005 CHEVROLET SSR Owners Manual

5. Locate and release the tabs behind the grille that
hold the lamp assembly in place. Unsnap the tabs
and push forward to remove the lamp assembly.
6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to access
the bulb.
7. Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a
new bulb.
8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly.
Sidemarker Lamps
To replace a sidemarker bulb, do the following:
1. Reach underneath the vehicle to locate the
sidemarker bulb.
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it.
3. Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a
new bulb.
4. Reverse steps to reinstall the bulb socket.
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Taillamps
To replace a taillamp bulb, do the following:
1. Reach underneath the rear of the vehicle.
2. Find the bulb socket, twist counterclockwise, and
remove it from the lamp assembly.3. Pull the old bulb out of the socket and push in a
new bulb.
4. Reinstall the socket into the lamp assembly and
turn it clockwise to secure.
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Back-Up Lamps
To replace a back-up lamp bulb, do the following:
1. Reach underneath the vehicle near the license plate
and nd the bulb socket.
2. Remove the socket from the lamp assembly by
locating and then squeezing the release tab
while turning the socket counterclockwise.3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and then pull
outward to remove it from the socket.
4. Insert a new bulb into the socket by lining up the
notches on the bulb and turn it clockwise to
secure it.
5. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly
on the vehicle.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-up Lamps 2057
Headlamps
High-Beam 9005HB3
Low-Beam H11
Parking Lamps T20
Sidemarker Lamps 194
Taillamps 3157
Turn Signal Lamps T20
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your
dealer.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected
periodically for wear and cracking. SeeScheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4.
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. For proper type and length,
seeNormal Maintenance Replacement Parts on
page 6-14.
Notice:Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch
the windshield when no wiper blade is installed
could damage the windshield. Any damage
that occurs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the
windshield.
1. To remove the old wiper blades, 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 Hook
2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking
tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it
from the wiper arm hook.
3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The
insert has two notches at one end that are locked by
bottom claws of the blade assembly. At the notched
end, pull the insert from the blade assembly.
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4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D),
notched end last, into the end with two blade
claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the
blade claws at the opposite end (B). The plastic
caps (C) will be forced off as the insert is fully
inserted.
5. Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom
claws. Make sure that all other claws are properly
locked on both sides of the insert slots.A. Claw in Notch
B. Correct Installation
C. Incorrect Installation
6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm
hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in
the hook slot.
7. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly
onto the windshield.
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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.{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. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-29.
Underinated 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.
Overinated 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.
SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-58, for
ination pressure adjustment for high speed
driving.
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Winter Tires
If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads
often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle.
All season tires provide good overall performance on
most surfaces but they may not offer the traction
you would like or the same level of performance as
winter tires on snow or ice covered roads.
See your dealer for details regarding winter tire
availability and proper tire selection. Also, see
Buying New Tires on page 5-61
If you choose to use winter tires:
Use tires of the same brand and tread type on
all four wheel positions.
Use only radial ply tires of the same size,
load range, and speed rating as the original
equipment tires.
Winter tires with the same speed rating as your
original equipment tires may not be available for H, V,
W and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose winter
tires with a lower speed rating, never exceed the tire’s
maximum speed capability.
Tire Sidewall Labelling
Useful information about a tire is molded into the
sidewall. The following illustration is an example of a
typical P-Metric tire sidewall.
(A) Tire Size:The tire size code is a combination of
letters and numbers used to dene a particular tire’s
width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service
description. See the Tire Size illustration later in this
section for more detail.
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(B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
Specication):Original equipment tires designed to
GM’s specic tire performance criteria have a TPC
specication code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC
specications meet or exceed all federal safety
guidelines.
(C) DOT (Department of Transportation):The
Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that
the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of
Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
(D) Tire Identication Number (TIN):The letters and
numbers following the DOT code are the Tire
Identication Number (TIN). The TIN shows the
manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire
was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both
sides of the tire, although only one side may have the
date of manufacture.
(E) Tire Ply Material:The type of cord and number of
plies in the sidewall and under the tread.
(F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG):Tire
manufacturers are required to grade tires based on
three performance factors: treadwear, traction,
and temperature resistance. For more information,
seeUniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5-62.(G) Maximum Cold Ination Load Limit:Maximum
load that can be carried and the maximum pressure
needed to support that load. For information on
recommended tire pressure seeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-58andLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-29.
Tire Size
The following illustration shows, an example of, a typical
passenger car tire size.
(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:The United States
version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as
the rst character in the tire size means a passenger
vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire
and Rim Association.
(B) Tire Width:The three-digit number indicates the
tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall.
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