1999 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 250

yellowblue Vehicle Storage If you're not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. Bulb Replacement This section describes bulb changing procedures for some of your interior and exterior lamps. For bulb sizes, see "Replacement Bulbs" in the Index. For any bulbs not listed in this section, contact your dealer service department. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: 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. Also, for your audio system, see "Theft-Deterrent Feature" in the Index. CAUTION: 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. Headlamps 1. With the hood open and the engine off, pull the fastener out of the plastic splash shield covering the top of the headlamp assembly and remove it. 6-30