Figure 32
1. Ignition system
2. Lights
3. Power point
Replacing the Headlights
Specification: GE Headlight #H7610
1.
Set the parking brake, turn the ignition off, and
remove the key.
2.
Reach beneath the dash and push the headlight
out of the hood.
3.
Remove the screws attaching the wire harness to
the headlight.
4.
Remove the rubber seal from around the
headlight (Fig. 33). Discard the headlight.
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Figure 33
1. Rubber seal
2. Inside notch—align with the notch on the headlight
3. Outside notch—align with notch in hood
4. Headlight
5.
Align the notch on the inside of the seal with the
notch on the new headlight (Fig. 33). Slide the
seal onto the headlight until the seal is firmly in
2
3
place.
6.
Attach the headlight to the wire harness using the
previously removed screws.
7.
Align the notch on the outside of the seal with
the notch in the hood. Push the headlight and seal
into the hood until it is firmly in place.
Note: Applying soapy water to the outside of the seal
may aid in sliding the seal into the hood.
Servicing the Battery
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Important
Do not jump start the vehicle.
Service Interval/ Specification
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use
a paper towel to clean the battery and battery box. If
the battery terminals are corroded, clean them with a
solution of four parts water and one part baking soda.
Apply a light coating of grease to the battery terminals
to prevent corrosion.
Voltage: 12 volt with 280 cold-cranking amps @ 0°–
18° C.
Removing the Battery
1.
Position the vehicle on a level surface, set the
parking brake, turn the ignition off, and remove
the key.
2.
Raise the bed and secure it with the prop rod.
3.
Unhook the battery strap.
4.
Disconnect the negative (black) ground cable
from the battery post.
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