2007 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO wiring

Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Q:Is there anything I might add to the front
or sides of the vehicle that could keep the
airbags from working properly?
A:Yes. If you add things that change your
vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height,
front end or side sheet metal, they may keep
the airbag system from working properly.
Also, the airbag system may not work properly
if you relocate any of the airbag sensors. If
you have any questions about this, you should
contact Customer Service before you modify
your vehicle. The phone numbers and
addresses for Customer Assistance are in
Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction
Procedure in this manual. SeeCustomer
Satisfaction Procedure on page 422.
Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modied. How can I nd out
whether this will affect my airbag system?
A:Changing or moving any parts of the
front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, steering wheel,
instrument panel, the overhead console, or
airbag wiring can affect the operation of
the airbag system. If you have questions, call
Customer Assistance. The phone numbers
and addresses for Customer Assistance are
in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction
Procedure in this manual. SeeCustomer
Satisfaction Procedure on page 422.
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Trunk
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk
lid open because carbon monoxide (CO)
gas can come into your vehicle. You
cannot see or smell CO. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death. If you
must drive with the trunk lid open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass through the seal between the
body and the trunk lid:
Make sure all other windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed and select
the control setting that will force
outside air into your vehicle.
See Climate Control System.
If you have air outlets on or under
the instrument panel, open them all
the way.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 121.
Trunk Release
To open the trunk from the outside, press the
open trunk button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter, if equipped.
Remote Trunk Release
You can also open the trunk from inside the
vehicle.
G(Remote Trunk Release):Press the button
with the open trunk symbol on it. The button is
located next to the exterior lamps control on
the left side of the instrument panel. The shift
lever must be in PARK (P) for the remote trunk
release button to work.
If your vehicle ever loses power, you can open the
trunk by lowering the rear seat and pulling the
emergency trunk release handle located inside the
trunk. SeeSplit Folding Rear Seat on page 16
and “Emergency Trunk Release Handle” following.
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Airbag Readiness Light
There is an airbag readiness light on the
instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol.
The system checks the airbag’s electrical
system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there
is an electrical problem. The system check
includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules,
the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic
module. For more information on the airbag
system, seeAirbag System on page 68.
This light will come on
when you start your
vehicle, and it will ash
for a few seconds.
Then the light should go
out. This means the
system is ready.
If the airbag readiness light stays on after you
start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving,
your airbag system may not work properly.
Have your vehicle serviced right away.{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after
you start your vehicle, it means the airbag
system may not be working properly. The
airbags in your vehicle may not inate in
a crash, or they could even inate without
a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have your vehicle serviced right
away if the airbag readiness light stays on
after you start your vehicle.
The airbag readiness light should ash for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN.
If the light does not come on then, have it xed so
it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
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Making Turns
Notice:Making very sharp turns while
trailering could cause the trailer to come in
contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could
be damaged. Avoid making very sharp
turns while trailering.
When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider
turns than normal. Do this so your trailer
won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs,
trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden
maneuvers. Signal well in advance.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need
additional wiring. Check with your dealer. The
arrows on your instrument panel will ash whenever
you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked
up, the trailer lamps will also ash, telling other
drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on your
instrument panel will ash for turns even if the
bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you
may think drivers behind you are seeing
your signal when they are not. It’s important to
check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs
are still working.
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Appearance Care........................................ 385
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 385
Fabric/Carpet............................................. 386
Leather...................................................... 387
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces..................................... 388
Care of Safety Belts.................................. 388
Weatherstrips............................................ 388
Washing Your Vehicle............................... 389
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses................ 389
Finish Care............................................... 389
Windshield and Wiper Blades.................... 390
Aluminum Wheels...................................... 390
Tires......................................................... 391
Sheet Metal Damage................................. 391
Finish Damage.......................................... 392
Underbody Maintenance............................ 392Chemical Paint Spotting............................ 392
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials............ 393
Vehicle Identication.................................. 394
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)........... 394
Service Parts Identication Label............... 394
Electrical System........................................ 395
Add-On Electrical Equipment..................... 395
Headlamp Wiring....................................... 395
Windshield Wiper Fuses............................ 395
Power Windows and Other
Power Options....................................... 395
Fuses and Circuit Breakers....................... 395
Instrument Panel Fuse Block..................... 396
Underhood Fuse Block.............................. 397
Capacities and Specications.................... 400
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Do not add anything electrical to your
vehicle unless you check with your dealer
rst. Some electrical equipment can damage
your vehicle and the damage would not
be covered by your warranty. Some add-on
electrical equipment can keep other
components from working as they should.
Add-on equipment can drain your vehicle’s battery,
even if your vehicle is not operating.
Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before
attempting to add anything electrical to your
vehicle, seeServicing Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle on page 82.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp circuit is protected by individual
fuses in the underhood fuse block. An electrical
overload will cause the fuse to blow. If this
happens, have your headlamp system checked
right away.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a fuse.
If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc.,
the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the
overload is caused by some electrical problem,
have it xed.
Power Windows and Other
Power Options
A circuit breaker in the instrument panel fuse
block protects the power windows and other power
accessories. When the current load is too heavy,
the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting
the circuit until the problem is xed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected
from short circuits by a combination of fuses
and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces
the chance of res caused by electrical problems.
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.
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E
Easy Entry Seat............................................ 15
Electric Power Management........................ 161
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 395
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 395
Headlamp Wiring..................................... 395
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 396
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 395
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 397
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 395
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 316
Battery..................................................... 336
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 181
Coolant.................................................... 320
Coolant Heater......................................... 112
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 180
Coolant Temperature Warning Light.......... 179
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 417
Engine Compartment Overview................ 308
Exhaust................................................... 121
Oil ........................................................... 311
Oil Life System........................................ 314
Overheated Protection Operating Mode.... 325Engine (cont.)
Overheating............................................. 323
Starting.................................................... 110
Entry Lighting.............................................. 160
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 434
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 40
Exterior Lamps............................................ 156
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 316
Finish Damage............................................ 392
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 148
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 151
Flat Tire...................................................... 371
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 372
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 382
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle................................. 317
Power Steering........................................ 331
Windshield Washer.................................. 332
Fog Lamp Light........................................... 185
Fog Lamps.................................................. 158
Folding Rear Seat......................................... 16
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Fuel............................................................ 298
Additives.................................................. 300
California Fuel.......................................... 299
E85 (85% Ethanol)................................... 301
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 305
Filling Your Tank...................................... 303
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 302
Gage....................................................... 185
Gasoline Octane...................................... 298
Gasoline Specications............................ 299
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 395
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 396
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 397
Windshield Wiper..................................... 395
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 180
Fuel......................................................... 185
Speedometer........................................... 172
Tachometer.............................................. 172
Garage Door Opener..........................129, 130
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 298
Specications........................................... 299Gasoline (cont.)
Glove Box................................................... 140
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 427
H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 148
Head Restraints............................................ 13
Headlamp
Aiming..................................................... 342
Headlamp Wiring......................................... 395
Headlamps
Bulb Replacement.................................... 342
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic
Headlamp System................................ 158
Delayed................................................... 157
Flash-to-Pass........................................... 151
Halogen Bulbs......................................... 342
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps........... 343
High/Low Beam Changer ......................... 151
Heated Seats................................................ 10
Heater......................................................... 164
Highbeam On Light..................................... 185
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 268
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 268
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