belt CHEVROLET ASTRO 1998 2.G Repair Manual

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Child Restraint Harness
Keep the safety belts and the built-in child restraint
harness clean and dry.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts or the built-in
child restraint harness. If you do, they may be
severely weakened. In a crash, they might not be
able to provide adequate protection. Clean the
safety belts and the child restraint harness only
with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part
No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on
interior glass.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners
on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have
to be scraped off later. If
abrasive
cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.
Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield, Backglass and
Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or
if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax,
sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield
with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami@ Powder (non-scratching
glass cleaning powder),
GM Part No. 105001 1. The
windshield
is clean if beads do not form when you rinse
it
with water.
Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping
vigorously
with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield
washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
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I Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions
is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
driving
in stop-and-go traffic).
0 Most trips are through dusty areas.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if
you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to
break
down sooneE
0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
your vehicle.
or other commercial application.
I Short Trip/City Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis
Lubrication (or
3 months, whichever occurs first). Drive
Axle Service (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving
in dusty conditions. Front
Wheel Bearing Repack
(2WD only) (or at each brake
relining, whichever occurs first). Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Filter Replacement.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank,
Cap and Lines Inspection.
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L Long Tripmighway Intervals I
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication
(or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Automatic
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter
Transmission Service (severe conditions
only).
Replacement.
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Front
Wheel Bearing Repack
(2WD only) (or at each brake
relining, whichever occurs first).
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (normal conditions).
Long Tripmighway Intervals
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection.
Fuel Tank,
Cap and Lines Inspection.
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive
Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
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60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
0 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel
(See footnote
#.)
velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
under one or more
of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid
andfilter every
50,000 miles (83 000 krn).
90°F (32°C) or higher.
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
0 Replace fuel filter.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
An Emission Control Service.
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60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)
0
0
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid
and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
Replace
fuel filter.
An Emission Control Service, (See footnote?.)
Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
for any damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?’.)
DATE I 67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
CI Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
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An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child
restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps,
latch plates, buckle, clip, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt and built-in child restraint system parts. If
you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built-in
child restraint system from doing its
job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts or harness
straps replaced.
Also look for
any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does
not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or
miss areas
of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index. Check the transmission fluid
level; add if needed.
See
“Automatic Transmission’’ in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part
D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges, the body hood, fuel
door and rear compartment hinges, latches and locks
including interior glove box and console doors, and any
moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever
pivot and prop rod pivot. Part
D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-20
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-21
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-32
Hood Checking Things Under
......................... 6-7
Prop
....................................... 6-10
Release
...................................... 6-8
Horn
......................................... 2-30
Hydroplaning
................................ 4- I6
Ignition Positions .............................. 2- 16
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
................. 7-44
Inflation, Tire
.................................. 6-43
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-40
Inspections .................................... 7-45
Brakesystem
................................ 7-46
DriveAxle
.................................. 7-46
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-45
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-45
Steering
.................................... 7-45
Suspension
.................................. 7-45
Throttle System
.............................. 7-46
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive)
................ 7-46
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-54
Brightness Control
............................ 2-37
Cleaning
.................................... 6-53
Cluster
..................................... 2-56
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-61
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-38
Jack, Tire
............... ............... 5-24
Jump Starting
................................... 5-3
Key Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-42
Keyless Entry System
............................ 2-7
Keys
.......................................... 2-2
Labels CertificationiTire
............................. 4-26
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-59
Tire-Loading Information
....................... 4-26
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-59
Dome
...................................... 2-39
Exterior
.................................... 2-37
Interior
..................................... 2-38
OnReminder
................................ 2-37
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-5
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-7
Leaving Your Vehicle
with the Engine Running ....... 2-25
Lighter
....................................... 2-48
Lights
Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-27. 2-58
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-61. 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-60
Charging System
............................. 2-59
CheckGages
................................ 2-66
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator
............... 2-66
Safety Belt Reminder
..................... 1 - 13. 2-58
Security
.................................... 2-65
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-62
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-26
Locks Cylinders
................................... 7-42
Door
........................................ 2-6
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
............... 7-44
Lamps
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Passlocks
................................... 2- 14
Payload
.............................. . . 4-27
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
........... . . 7-45
Power
Accessory Outlet
............................. 2-50
Option Fuses
................................ 6-60
Seat ......................................... 1-3
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-29
Windows
................................... 2-29
Pregnancy. Use
of Safety Belts .................... 1-25
Problems on the Road
............................ 5-1
Publications. Service and Owner
............ 8- 1 1. 8- 12
DoorLocks
................................... 2-6
Steering
..................................... 4-8
Radiator
..................................... 5- 19
Radiator Pressure Cap
........................... 6-28
Radio Reception
................................ 3-28
Radios
........................................ 3-9
Rain. Driving In
................................ 4- 15
Reading Lamps
........................... 2.39. 2.43
Rear
Air Conditioning System ........................ 3-5
Axle
....................................... 6-25
Heating System
............................... 3-4
Outside Seat Position
.......................... 1-32
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-35
SeatAudio
.................................. 3-18
Seatpassengers
............................ 1-32 Storage
............................. 2-42
Towing
................................ 5.11. 5.12
Window Defogger
............................. 3-8
Windshield Washer
............ ........... 2-33
Rearview Mirror
................................ 2-40
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............... 7-47
Recovery Tank. Coolant
.......................... 5-16
Refrigerants. Air Conditioning
.................... 6-68
Regulator. Fuel
................................. 2-18
Remote Compact Disc Player
..................... 3-24
Removable Rear Seats
........................ 1-9
Replacement Bulbs
..................... ...... 6-66
Parts
....................................... 6-69
Wheel ...................................... 6-48
Replacing Safety Belts
........................... 1-68
Reporting Safety Defects
.................... 8- 10. 8- 1 1
Restraints
Built-in Child ..... ....................... 1-44
Checking
................................... 1-68
Child
....................................... 1-52
Head
........................................ 1-5
Replacing Parts After
a Crash ................... 1-68
Systemcheck
................................ 7-42
Reverse
....................................... 2-20
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-26
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-5
Roadside Assistance. Canadian
..................... 8-7
Rocking Your Vehicle
........................... 5-37
Rotation. Tires
................................. 6-44
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Safety Belts
................................... 1-12
Adults
...................................... 1-18
Care
....................................... 6-54
Center Rear Passenger Position
.................. 1-38
Children
.................................... 1-39
Driver Position
............................... 1 - I8
Extender .................................... 1-68
How to Wear Properly
......................... 1 - 18
Incorrect Usage .................... 1-20. 1-66, 1-67
Lap-Shoulder
........................... I - 18. 1-33
Larger Children
.............................. 1-65
Questions and Answers
........................ 1 - 17
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
............ 1-32
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-32
Reminder Light
......................... 1 - 13, 2-58
Replacing After
a Crash ........................ 1-68
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
................... 1 - 19
Use During Pregnancy
......................... 1-25
Safety Chains
.................................. 4-32
Safety Defects, Reporting
................... 8- 10. 8-11
LapBelt .................................... 1-38
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-26
Smaller Children and Babies, Cargo Vans
.......... 1-42
Smaller Children and Babies, Except Cargo Vans
.... 1-40
WhyTheyWork
.............................. 1-14
... Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... 111
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4
Seatback Latches
...................................... 1-5
Reclining .............. .................. 1-4
Manual Front ........ .................... 1-2
Seats
Manual Lumbar Support
........................ 1-3 Power
....................................... 1-3
Rear ........................................ 1-6
Removable Rear
............................... 1-9
Restraint Systems .............................. 1-1
Seat Controls ................................. 1-2
Securing a Child Restraint ............ 1-58, 1-60, 1-62
Two-WayManual
............................. 1-2
SecondGear
................................... 2-21
Security Light
.................................. 2-65
Service
........................................ 6-2
Bulletins, Ordering
....................... 8-1 1, 8- I2
Engine Soon Light
............................ 2-62
Manuals, Ordering
....................... 8-1 1, 8- 12
Parts Identification Label
....................... 6-59
Publications, Ordering
.................... 8- 1 1, 8- 12
Work. Doing Your Own
......................... 6-2
Service and Appearance Care
...................... 6-1
Service and Owner Publications
.............. 8-1 1, 8- 12
Service Publications
........................ 8- 11. 8- 12
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
........... 1-31
Sheet Metal Damage
............................ 6-57
Shifting
....................................... 2-19
Into Park (P)
................................. 2-23
Out
of Park (P) ............................... 2-26
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
..................... 1-19
SIR
.......................................... 1-26
Skidding
...................................... 4-12
Sound Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-28
Spare Tire. Compact
............................. 5-36
Specifications and Capacities
...................... 6-67
Speech Impaired, Customer Assistance
............... 8-4
Speedometer
................................... 2-57
Stains, Cleaning
................................ 6-52
Starter Switch Check
............................ 7-43
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