2005 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX trunk

{CAUTION:
If a re starts while you are refueling, do not
remove the nozzle. Shut off the ow of fuel
by shutting off the pump or by notifying the
station attendant. Leave the area immediately.
Notice:If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get
the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
If you get the wrong type, it may not t properly.
This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to
light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions
system. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on
page 3-44.
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
{CAUTION:
Never ll a portable fuel container while it is in
your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from
the container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
You can be badly burned and your vehicle
damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to
you and others:
Dispense gasoline only into approved
containers.
Do not ll a container while it is inside a
vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed or
on any surface other than the ground.
Bring the ll nozzle in contact with the
inside of the ll opening before operating
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained
until the lling is complete.
Do not smoke while pumping gasoline.
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Taillamps, Turn Signal, and
Stoplamps
A. Taillamp
B. Taillamps, Turn Signal
and Stoplamps
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-13for more
information.
2. Remove the convenience net, if equipped, by
removing the net hook attachments.3. Remove the plastic cap from the trunk trim.
4. Pull the trunk trim and carpet away from the back of
the trunk.
5. Remove the bottom bolt and two nuts.
6. Remove the taillamp
assembly by pulling it
out from the vehicle.
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7. Turn the appropriate
lamp socket a quarter
turn counterclockwise
and remove it.
8. Remove the old bulb.
9. Replace with a new bulb into the socket and turn
the lamp socket clockwise to install it.
10. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by reversing
Steps 2 through 5.Back-Up Lamps
The back-up lamps are located on the trunk lid.
To replace the back-up lamp bulb(s), do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-13for
more information.
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Accessing the Tire Inator Kit
The tire inator kit is stored in the trunk of your vehicle.
1. Open the trunk and lift up the carpet. SeeTrunk
on page 2-13for more information.
2. Remove the inator
kit cover by turning
the center nut
counterclockwise.
3. Remove the inator kit by pulling it straight out of
the foam container.
Tire Sealant
The kit contains a liquid sealant that when injected
into a at tire, may temporarily repair nail holes or
cuts in the tread area of the tire. The tire sealant
cannot repair tire damage caused while driving on a at
tire or a tire that has had a “blow out” or a tire that
has punctures in the sidewall areas. The tire sealant
solution is a one-time use application for one tire only.
Check the tire sealant expiration date; the sealant
may not be as effective beyond the expiration date.
If needed, see your GM dealer for a replacement
canister. The tire sealant can be peeled off easily
after drying.
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13. Replace the sealant ling hose.
14. Remove the maximum
speed label from the
sealant canister
and place in a highly
visible location such as
the inside of the
upper left corner of the
windshield or to the
face of the radio/clock.
The maximum speed label reminds you to drive
cautiously and not to exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) until
you have the damaged tire inspected and repaired.
{CAUTION:
Storing the tire inator kit or other equipment in
the passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision,
loose equipment could strike someone. Store
the tire inator kit in the proper place.15. Place the equipment in the original location in the
trunk of your vehicle.
16. Drive the vehicle immediately to distribute the
sealant evenly in the tire.
After 10 minutes, stop at a safe location and check
the tire pressure. If the tire pressure has fallen
below 19 psi (130 kPa), stop driving the vehicle.
The tire is too damaged for the sealant to work.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 7-6for
more information.
If the tire pressure is equal to or greater than
19 psi (130 kPa), you can inate the tire to the
correct pressure.
17. Dispose of the sealant canister at a local GM dealer
or in accordance with your local state codes and
practices.
After using the sealant canister, replace with a new
canister from a GM dealer.
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Notice:If the air compressor runs for more than
six minutes, at a time, it may overheat. The
excessive heat could damage the compressor.
Always operate the compressor for six minutes or
less when inating a tire.
7. Move the inator kit switch to the ON position.
8. Inate the tire up to the standard operating pressure
using the air pressure gauge on the top of the unit.
9. Turn off the air compressor by moving the switch to
the OFF position.
{CAUTION:
Storing the tire inator kit or other equipment
in the passenger compartment of the vehicle
could cause injury. In a sudden stop or
collision, loose equipment could strike
someone. Store the tire inator kit in the
proper place.
10. Place the equipment in the original location in the
trunk of your vehicle.
Removal and Installation of the Sealant
Canister
To remove the sealant canister, do the following:
1. Unlock the air compressor inator hose from the
sealant canister by pulling the lever up.
2. Disconnect the air compressor inator hose from
the sealant canister.
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When you have a at tire, use the following example as a
guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks.
The following information will tell you next how to use
the jack and change a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
The equipment needed to change a tire is in the trunk.
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk on page 2-13for more
information.
2. Remove the convenience net, if equipped, by
removing the net hook attachments.
3. Lift up the carpet.
4. Turn the center nut on
the compact spare tire
cover counterclockwise
to remove it.
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8. Tighten the wheel nuts
rmly in a crisscross
sequence as shown.
9. Reinstall the wheel trim. If the vehicle has plastic
caps, tighten them by hand. With the wheel
wrench, tighten the plastic caps an additional
quarter turn clockwise.
Notice:Wheel covers will not t on your compact
spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact
spare, you could damage the cover or the spare.
10. Do not try to put the wheel cover on the compact
spare tire. It will not t. Store the wheel cover in
the trunk until the at tire is repaired or replaced.Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools
{CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision,
loose equipment could strike someone. Store
all these in the proper place.
After the compact spare tire is put on the vehicle, store
the at tire in the trunk. Use the following procedure
to secure it in the trunk.
When storing a full-size tire, use the extension and
protector/guide, located in the foam holder to help avoid
wheel surface damage.
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