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6. Pull the bulb to
remove it from the
socket. Replace
the old bulb with a
new one.
7. Reverse the steps to attach the taillamp
assembly to the vehicle.
When securing the lamp assembly back into
place, align the assembly so that the trunk
lid doesn’t contact it.License Plate Lamp
To replace the license plate lamp bulb, do the
following:
1. Remove the two screws holding the license
plate lamp assembly to the fascia.
2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp forward
through the fascia opening.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
4. Install the new bulb.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the
lamp assembly.
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When your vehicle has 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 you will need is in the trunk or
cargo area.
1. Open the trunk for sedan models. SeeTrunk
(Sedan) on page 108for more information.
For MAXX models, open the liftgate. See
Liftgate (MAXX) on page 110.
2. For the sedan, lift the handle on the spare tire
cover. The handle may hook on the trunk
front edge weatherstrip to hold the cover out
of the way. For the MAXX, lift the handle
to release the latch on the spare tire cover.
3. For the MAXX, lift and remove the cover.
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4. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and
remove it. Then remove the compact
spare tire. SeeCompact Spare Tire on
page 434for more information.
5. Remove the wing nut holding the jack in
place.
6. Remove the extension bolt (MAXX models
and Sedan SS only) that is clipped to the
jack. You will need this later to store the
at tire.
7. Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the
trunk or cargo area.
Tire Changing Tools
The tools you will be using include the wheel
wrench (A) and jack (B). The MAXX and all
SS models include an additional extension.
Sedan shown, MAXX Models and Sedan SS similar
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Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
1. It is recommended that you do a safety check
before preceding. SeeChanging a Flat Tire
on page 418for more information.
2. If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap
that has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen the
plastic nut caps. You might need to use
the wheel wrench to loosen them. Do not pry
off wheel covers or center caps that have
plastic wheel nut caps.
3. Remove the wheel cover or center cap from
the wheel to locate the wheel nuts.
If your vehicle has a wheel cover or hubcap
without plastic wheel nut caps, gently pry on
the edge of the plastic wheel trim to remove it
from the wheel to locate the wheel nuts.
Store the wheel cover and wheel nut caps in
the trunk until you have the at tire repaired
or replaced.4. Use the wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts.
Do not remove them yet.
5. It is recommended that you do a safety check
before preceding. SeeChanging a Flat Tire
on page 418for more information.
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools (Sedan)
Storing a Flat 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.To store the at tire and tools in the compact
spare tire compartment, do the following:
A. Cover
B. Wing Nut
C. Jack and Wheel
WrenchD. Flat Tire
(Valve Stem down)
E. Bolt
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk (Sedan) on
page 108for more information.
2. Remove the center cap from the wheel.
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools (Sedan SS)
{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.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools
To store the at tire and jack in the compact spare
tire compartment, do the following:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk (Sedan) on
page 108for more information.
2. Remove the bolt extension (in the yellow
sleeve) from the jack and remove the
center cap from the wheel.3. Place the jack over the bolt (B) on the oor,
making sure it contacts the bolt as shown.
4. With the yellow cap in place to prevent the
wheel from being scratched, place the bolt
extension (A) onto the bolt (B).
5. Thread the small wing nut (C) until it is at or
near the end of the threads.
6. Place the at tire in the compartment, valve
stem up.
7. Reach under the wheel and lift the bolt
extension (A) so that the threaded end of the
bolt passes through the center hole of the
wheel.
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Power Windows and Other Power
Options
The power window motors are protected by a circuit
breaker in the motor, and a fuse in the fuse panel.
If the motor overheats due to a heavy load the
window will stop until the motor cools. When the
current load is too heavy the fuse will open,
protecting the circuit until the problem is xed.
Fuses
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected
from short circuits by fuses and fusible thermal
links in the wiring itself.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new
one of the identical size and rating.If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t
have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that
has the same amperage. Just pick a feature of
your vehicle that you can get along without — like
the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse,
if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as
you can.
There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: one in
the center of the instrument panel, one in the
engine compartment and one in the trunk.
There is a fuse puller located on the instrument
panel fuse block. It can be used to easily remove
fuses from the fuse block.
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Fuses Usage
HVAC
BLOWER HIGH
(Relay)Climate Control System
CLUSTER/
THEFTInstrument Panel Cluster, Theft
Deterrent System
ONSTAR OnStar
®System
NOT
INSTALLEDNot Used
AIRBAG (IGN) Airbag System
HVAC CTRL
(BATT)Climate Control System
PEDAL Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
WIPER SW Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
IGN SENSOR Ignition Switch
STR/WHL
ILLUMSteering Wheel Controls
Backlighting
NOT
INSTALLEDNot Used
RADIO Audio System
INTERIOR
LIGHTSOverhead Lighting, Trunk/Cargo
Lighting
REAR WIPER Rear Wiper System/Washer Pump
HVAC CTRL
(IGN)Climate Control System
Fuses Usage
HVAC
BLOWERClimate Control System
DOOR LOCK Automatic Door Lock System
ROOF/HEAT
SEATSunroof, Heated Seats, Automatic
Dimming Rearview Mirror, Compass,
Rear Wiper/Washer System
POWER
WINDOWSPower Window Switch
NOT
INSTALLEDNot Used
NOT
INSTALLEDNot Used
AIRBAG
(BATT)Airbag System
FUSE PULLER Fuse Puller
SPARE FUSE
HOLDERSpare
SPARE FUSE
HOLDERSpare
SPARE FUSE
HOLDERSpare
SPARE FUSE
HOLDERSpare
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