Vehicle Storage; Halogen Bulbs; Bulb Replacement - GMC 1996 Sonoma Owner's Manual

Vehicle Storage
If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days Q r more,
take off the black, negative
(-)
cable from the-battery. This
will help keep your battery from running down..
Halogen Bulbs
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CAUTION:
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Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren't careful. See "Jump Starting'' in the Index
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.
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Also, for your audio system, see "Theft-Deterrent
.
Feature" in the Index.
Bulb Replacement
Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps
are off and the engine isn't running. See "Replacement
Bulbs" in the Index.
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CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Take special care when
handling and disposing of halogen bulbs.
NOTICE:
Avoid touching the bulb or letting
it
come in
contact with anything damp. Oil from your skin
or moisture on the bulb can cause the bulb to
explode when it is turned on. If either comes in
contact with the bulb, clean it with alcohol or a
suitable degreaser and wipe the bulb dry.
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