2009 CHEVROLET AVEO wiring

Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Q:Is there anything I might add to or change about
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. Changing or moving any parts
of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument
panel, front sensors, or airbag wiring can affect
the operation of the airbag system.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger sensing
system for the right front passenger position, which
includes sensors that are part of the passenger
seat. The passenger sensing system may not
operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced
with non-GM covers, upholstery or trim, or with
GM covers, upholstery or trim designed for a
different vehicle. Any object, such as an aftermarket
seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device,
installed under or on top of the seat fabric,
could also interfere with the operation of thepassenger sensing system. This could either
prevent proper deployment of the passenger
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system
from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s).
SeePassenger Sensing System on page 1-67.
If you have any questions about this, you should
contact Customer Assistance 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 7-2.
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: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. See
Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7-2.
In addition, your dealer/retailer and the service manual
have information about the location of the airbag
sensors, sensing and diagnostic module and airbag
wiring.
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Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the engine is
started this light and chime
comes on and stays on
for several seconds
to remind the people to
fasten their safety belts.
The light also begins
to ash.
This cycle repeats if the driver remains unbuckled and
the vehicle is moving.
If the driver safety belt is already buckled, neither the
light nor chime comes on.
Airbag Readiness Light
There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument
panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.
The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for
malfunctions. The light tells if there is an electrical
problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor,
the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing
and diagnostic module. For more information on
the airbag system, seeAirbag System on page 1-60.This light comes on when
the vehicle is started,
and it will ash for a
few seconds. When the
light goes out this indicates
the system is functioning
properly.
If the airbag readiness light stays on or comes on while
driving, the airbag system may not work properly.
Have the vehicle serviced right away.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the
vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it
means the airbag system might not be working
properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not
inate in a crash, or they could even inate
without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the
vehicle serviced right away.
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Tire Pressure Monitor Operation.....................5-60
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-62
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-63
Buying New Tires.........................................5-64
Different Size Tires and Wheels......................5-65
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................5-66
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance..................5-67
Wheel Replacement......................................5-67
Tire Chains..................................................5-68
If a Tire Goes Flat........................................5-69
Changing a Flat Tire.....................................5-70
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools................5-71
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................5-73
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-78
Compact Spare Tire......................................5-78
Appearance Care............................................5-79
Interior Cleaning...........................................5-79
Fabric/Carpet...............................................5-80
Leather.......................................................5-81
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces..................................................5-81
Care of Safety Belts......................................5-82
Weatherstrips...............................................5-82Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-82
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.....................5-83
Finish Care..................................................5-83
Windshield and Wiper Blades.........................5-84
Aluminum Wheels.........................................5-84
Tires...........................................................5-85
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-85
Finish Damage.............................................5-85
Underbody Maintenance................................5-85
Chemical Paint Spotting.................................5-85
Vehicle Identication......................................5-86
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN).................5-86
Service Parts Identication Label.....................5-86
Electrical System............................................5-86
Add-On Electrical Equipment..........................5-86
Headlamp Wiring..........................................5-87
Windshield Wiper Fuses................................5-87
Power Windows and Other Power Options.......5-87
Fuses and Circuit Breakers............................5-87
Instrument Panel Fuse Block..........................5-88
Engine Compartment Fuse Block....................5-89
Capacities and Specications..........................5-93
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Headlamps
To replace a headlamp bulb:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-12.
2. Remove the three bolts to remove the headlamp
assembly.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the
rear of the bulb.4. Remove the headlamp cap.
5. Release the spring that retains the bulb by
loosening the screw.
6. Remove the old bulb and install the new bulb.
7. Install the bulb retaining spring and tighten
the screw.
8. Reinstall the headlamp cap.
9. Reconnect the wiring harness at the rear of
the bulb.
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10. Reinstall the headlamp assembly using the
three bolts.
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps
To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp bulb:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on page 5-12
for more information.
2. Remove the three bolts to remove the headlamp
assembly.
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the
rear of the bulb.
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4. Turn the front turn signal bulb socket
counterclockwise.
5. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp
housing.
6. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise
to remove it from the bulb socket.
7. Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in
and turning it clockwise.
8. Install the socket into the lamp housing by turning it
clockwise.
9. Reconnect the wiring harness connector at the rear
of the bulb.10. Reinstall the headlamp assembly using the
three bolts.
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Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) (Hatchback)
To replace a CHMSL bulb on the hatchback:
1. Open the liftgate. SeeLiftgate (Hatchback) on
page 2-10for more information.
2. Pull down on the lamp assembly while holding the
end of the bracket.
3. Remove the lens cover using a at head
screwdriver.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the
bulb holder.
5. Install the new bulb.
6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) (Sedan)
To replace a CHMSL bulb on the sedan:
1. Open the trunk. SeeTrunk (Sedan) on page 2-8for
more information.
2. Remove the two screws and the lamp housing.
Disconnect the wiring harness connector before
removing the lamp housing.
3. Remove the ve screws and the reector assembly.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the
bulb holder.
5. Install the new bulb.
6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall.
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Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse
block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn
off. If this happens, have the headlamp wiring checked
right away.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and 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
Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect 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 or
goes away.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links. 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.
Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily
borrowed from another fuse location, if a fuse goes out.
Replace the fuse as soon as you can.
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