VEHICLE CARE 269CautionAllowing the wiper arm to touchthe windshield when no wiper bladeis installed could damage thewindshield. Any damage that occurswould not be covered by the vehiclewarranty. Do not allow the wiperarm to touch the windshield.To replace the windshield wiper blade:1. Pull the windshield wiperassembly away from thewindshield. The passenger sidewiper arm has limited travel.2. Press the button in the middle ofthe wiper arm connector, andpull the wiper blade away fromthe arm connector.3. Remove the wiper blade.4. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiperblade replacement.Windshield ReplacementHUD SystemThe windshield is part of the HUDsystem. If the windshield needs to bereplaced, be sure to get one that isdesigned for HUD or the HUD imagemay look out of focus.Driver Assistance SystemsIf the windshield needs to be replacedand the vehicle is equipped with afront camera sensor for the DriverAssistance Systems, a GMreplacement windshield isrecommended. The replacementwindshield must be installedaccording to GM specifications forproper alignment. If it is not, thesesystems may not work properly, theymay display messages, or they maynot work at all. See your dealer forproper windshield replacement.Acoustic WindshieldThe vehicle is equipped with anacoustic windshield. If the windshieldneeds to be replaced be sure to get anacoustic windshield so you willcontinue to have the benefits anacoustic windshield can provide.Gas Strut(s)This vehicle is equipped with gasstrut(s) to provide assistance in liftingand holding open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full open position.{ WarningIf the gas struts that hold open thehood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, youor others could be seriously injured.Take the vehicle to your dealer forservice immediately. Visuallyinspect the gas struts for signs ofwear, cracks, or other damage(Continued)
