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2. Press the release button on the top sideof the wiper and pull the wiper blade
out of the end of the wiper arm.
3. Install the wiper blade connector by sliding into the end of the wiper arm
until the button on the wiper blade clicks
into place with the wiper arm.
4. Place the wiper arm with the wiper blade in place back on the windshield.
Caution
Damage may occur if the wiper blades
are not in contact with the windshield
before turning on the wiper system.
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement
The rear wiper blade and wiper arm have a
cover for protection. The cover must be
removed before the wiper blade can be
replaced.
To remove the cover:
1. Slide a plastic tool under the cover andpush upward to unsnap.
2. Slide the cover toward the wiper blade tip to unhook it from the blade
assembly.
3. Remove the cover.
4. After wiper blade replacement, ensure that the cover hook slides into the slot
in the blade assembly.
5. Snap the cover down to secure.
To replace the wiper blade: 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
2. Push the release lever (2) to disengagethe hook and push the wiper arm (1) out
of the blade assembly (3).
3. Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until the release lever
clicks into place.
4. Replace the wiper cover.
Windshield Replacement
Driver Assistance Systems
When a windshield replacement is needed
and the vehicle is equipped with a
front-looking camera sensor for the Driver
Assistance Systems, the windshield must be
installed according to GM specifications for
these systems to work properly. If it is not,
there may be unexpected behavior and/or
messages from these systems.

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Gas Strut(s)
This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to
provide assistance in lifting and holding
open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full
open position.
{Warning
If the gas struts that hold open the hood,
trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others
could be seriously injured. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service
immediately. Visually inspect the gas
struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage periodically. Check to make sure
the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with
enough force. If struts are failing to hold
the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate.
Have the vehicle serviced.
Caution
Do not apply tape or hang any objects
from gas struts. Also do not push down
or pull on gas struts. This may cause
damage to the vehicle.
See Maintenance Schedule 0323.
Hood
Trunk
Liftgate
Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset and should
need no further adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the
headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary,
see your dealer.

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Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs,
or any bulb changing procedure not listed in
this section, contact your dealer.
Caution
Do not replace incandescent bulbs with
aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This
can cause damage to the vehicle electrical
system.
This vehicle may be equipped with desiccant
to reduce fogging inside the headlamp due
to moisture. If fogging continues for a long
time, see your dealer for service.
Halogen Bulbs
{Warning
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside
and can burst if you drop or scratch the
bulb. You or others could be injured. Be
sure to read and follow the instructions
on the bulb package.
LED Lighting
This vehicle has several LED lamps. For
replacement of any LED lighting assembly,
contact your dealer.
Headlamps and Sidemarker Lamps
Base Level Headlamp Assembly
The base model vehicle has halogen
high-beam and low-beam headlamps, an LED
turn signal lamp, and a DRL and parking
lamp on the headlamp assembly.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
1. Low-Beam Headlamp
2. High-Beam Headlamp
High-Beam Headlamp/Low-Beam
Headlamp
1. Open the hood. See Hood0253.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb access cover.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull
straight back.

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4. Disconnect the wiring harness connectorfrom the bulb.
5. Install the new bulb in the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise.
6. Reconnect the wiring harness connector.
7. Install the headlamp bulb access cover.
Uplevel Headlamp Assembly
The uplevel model vehicle has LED
high-beam and low-beam headlamps, a DRL
and parking lamp, and a DRL position lamp
on the headlamp assembly.
Sidemarker
The vehicle has an LED sidemarker lamp.
Front Turn Signal and Fog Lamps
Front Turn Signal Lamp
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
1. Tilt the wheel and remove the screws on the outside of the wheel liner.

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2. Bend the wheel liner back to makeenough space for hand access.
3. While holding the wheel liner with onehand and disengage the bulb socket
from the plug connector by pulling the
retaining rib.
4. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it from the reflector using
the other hand.
5. Remove the bulb from the bulb socketand replace with a new bulb.
6. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector by turning clockwise and attach the plug
connector.
7. Reassemble the lower cover and front wheel liner.
Front Fog Lamp
The vehicle has LED fog lamp
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps (Base Level)
Caution
Improper lamp assembly removal and
installation can cause leaks and water
intrusion which may cause damage to
the taillamp. Do not remove the taillamp
assembly to replace a bulb. Use the
tailgate opening to access the bulb.

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Tailgate inboard Taillamp
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
1. Taillamp
2. Taillamp
1. Remove the bulb access door on tailgate.
2. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket and replace with a new bulb.
3. Insert the bulb socket and attach theplug connector. 4. Reassemble the cover.
Stop lamp/Taillamp, Turn Signal, and
Sidemarker Lamp
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
1. Stop lamp/Taillamp
2. Turn signal lamp
1. Remove and retain both screws attaching the taillamp assembly to the
vehicle body.

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2. Pull the taillamp assembly straight backto detach it from the vehicle body. Take
care that the cable duct remains in place.
3. Remove the bulb socket from the taillamp assembly.4. Remove the old bulb from the bulbsocket by pulling it straight out.
5. Insert a new bulb into the bulb socket.
6. Install the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly.
7. Install the taillamp assembly to the vehicle body with the two screws.
Rear Back-Up Lamp
The bulbs are accessible from the underside
of the vehicle.
1. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise and remove it from reflector.

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2. Disengage the bulb socket from the plugconnector by pressing the retaining lug.
3. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb and attach the plug connector.
4. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector and turn clockwise to engage.
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Back-Up Lamps (Uplevel)
Caution
Improper lamp assembly removal and
installation can cause leaks and water
intrusion which may cause damage to
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the taillamp. Do not remove the taillamp
assembly to replace a bulb. Use the
tailgate opening to access the bulb.
The stoplamp/taillamp/turn signal lamp/side
marker lamp and tailgate inboard taillamp
are LEDs. To replace, see your dealer.
Electrical System
Electrical System Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to
protect against an electrical system
overload.
When the current electrical load is too
heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the current load
returns to normal or the problem is fixed.
This greatly reduces the chance of circuit
overload and fire caused by electrical
problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect power
devices in the vehicle.
Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the
identical size and rating. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse
needs to be replaced, the same amperage
fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature
of the vehicle that is not needed to use and
replace it as soon as possible.
Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may cause the lamps
to go on and off, or in some cases to
remain off. Have the headlamp wiring
checked right away if the lamps go on and
off or remain off.
Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy
snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop
until the motor cools and will then restart.
Although the circuit is protected from
electrical overload, overload due to heavy
snow or ice may cause wiper linkage
damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow
from the windshield before using the
windshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by an electrical
problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get
it fixed.