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Replacing park/turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs (aerodynamic)
1. Make sure that the headlamps are off and open the hood.
2. Remove the four bolts from the
top, side and bottom front of the
headlamp assembly.
3. Pull the assembly straight out.
4. Remove the bulb assembly, (1)
sidemarker or (2) park/turn by
turning it counterclockwise and
pulling it straight out.
5. Pull the old bulb out from the
socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
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Replacing headlamp bulbs (sealed beam)
1. Make sure that the headlamps are off and open the hood.
2. Remove the three screws and one
bolt from the top and bottom of the
park lamp/bezel assembly.
3. Remove the four screws and the
headlamp retaining ring from
headlamp.
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the headlamp.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing park/turn/sidemarker bulbs (sealed beam)
1. Make sure that the headlamps are off and open the hood.
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2. Remove the three screws and one
bolt from the top and bottom of the
park lamp/bezel assembly.
3. Pull the assembly straight out
disengaging snap clip.
4. Remove the bulb assembly,
sidemarker or park/turn by turning
it counterclockwise. (Top view of
assembly shown.)
5. Pull the old bulb out from the
socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs - Pick-ups only
1. Make sure the headlamps are off
and then open the tailgate to expose
the lamp assemblies.
2. Remove the two bolts from the
tail lamp assembly and carefully pull
the lamp assembly from the tailgate
pillar by releasing the two retaining
tabs.
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3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp
assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs - Chassis cabs only
(if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Remove the four screws and the
lamp lens from lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in the
new bulb.
Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Remove the two screws and lamp
assembly from vehicle as wiring
permits.
3. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating counterclockwise.
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
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Replacing front clearance and identification lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Remove the screw and lens from
the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Install the bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
fog lamp by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the fog lamp bulb.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To change
the license plate lamp bulbs:
1. Reach behind the rear bumper to
locate the bulb.
2. Twist the bulb socket
counterclockwise and carefully pull
to remove it from the lamp
assembly.
3. Pull out the old bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.
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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
Some state/provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent
you from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M
test if the service engine soon
indicator is on or not working
properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems have not been properly
checked. In this case, the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing.
If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer to the On board
diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle
periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
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Accessory delay ........................110
Air cleaner filter ...............402, 404
Air conditioning ..........................84
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................................193
and child safety seats ............195
description ..............................193
disposal ....................................197
driver airbag ............................195
indicator light .........................197
operation .................................195
passenger airbag .....................195
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................198
Ambulance packages ..................10
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................377
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................280–281
Anti-theft system ..............168, 171
arming the system ..........169, 171
disarming a triggered
system .....................................171
triggering .................................171
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................26, 28, 35
Automatic transmission ............285
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................287
fluid, adding ............................397
fluid, checking ........................397
fluid, refill capacities ..............405
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................42
Auxiliary power point ...............107
Axle
refill capacities ........................405B
Battery .......................................375
acid, treating emergencies .....375
jumping a disabled battery ....343
maintenance-free ....................375
replacement, specifications ...404
servicing ..................................375
Belt-Minder
.............................189
Booster seats .............................221
Brakes ........................................280
anti-lock ...........................280–281
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................281
fluid, checking and adding ....396
fluid, refill capacities ..............405
parking ....................................281
shift interlock ..........................285
trailer .......................................267
Bulbs ............................................95
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....405
Cassette tape player ...................26
Cell phone use ..............................9
Child safety seats ......................206
attaching with tether
straps .......................................215
in front seat ....................207, 211
in rear seat ..............207, 211, 215
LATCH .....................................215
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................221
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............359
instrument panel ............361–362
interior .....................................363
plastic parts ............................360
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recommendations ...................374
refill capacities ........................405
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................278
F
Fail safe cooling ........................382
Family entertainment system ....51
Fluid capacities .........................405
Fog lamps ....................................89
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......296
description ..............................301
driving off road .......................303
electronic shift ................297, 301
indicator light .........................298
lever operated shift ................299
manual locking hubs ..............297
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................284
Fuel ............................................383
calculating fuel
economy ..........................139, 388
cap ...........................................386
capacity ...................................405
choosing the right fuel ...........387
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................391
detergent in fuel .....................388
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................383, 386, 388
filter, specifications ........383, 404
fuel pump shut-off switch .....317
improving fuel economy ........388
octane rating ...................387, 409
quality ......................................387
running out of fuel .................388
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................383Fuel pump shut-off switch .......317
Fuses ..................................318–319
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............386
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................388
Gauges .........................................21
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................26
H
Hazard flashers .........................316
Head restraints .................172, 178
Headlamps ...................................89
aiming ..................................91, 93
autolamp system .......................89
daytime running lights .............90
flash to pass ..............................90
high beam .................................90
replacing bulbs ...................97–99
turning on and off ....................89
Heating
heater only system ...................80
heating and air conditioning
system .................................81, 84
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................123
Hood ..........................................368
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Ignition ...............................275, 409
Illuminated visor mirror ...........105
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................206
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