oil filter CHEVROLET ASTRO 1998 2.G Owners Manual

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Don't add anything to your oil, Your dealer is ready to
advise if you think something should be added.
When to Change Engine Oil
If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city
maintenance schedule:
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Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This
is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial apl :ation.
Driving under these conc'"ions c
Ses engine oil to
break down sooner. If any one oi rnese is true for your
vehicle, then you need to change your oil and filter
every
3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever
occurs first. If
none
of them is true, use the long trip/highway
maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever
occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed
engine under highway conditions causes engine oil
to
break down slower.
What to Do with Used Oil
Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could
even cause cancer? Don't
let used oil stay on your skin
for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw
away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See
the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal
of oil products.)
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure
to drain all free-flowing oil
from the filter before disposal. Don't ever dispose
of oil
by putting it
in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into
sewers,
or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle
it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If
you have a problem properly disposing of your used
oil,
ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling
center for help.
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When to Check and Change
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose
to have this done at your GM dealership ~
A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid Service Department.
level is when the engine oil
is changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every
15,000 miles here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.\

(25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or If
you do
it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions
more of these conditions:
0 In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
0 In hilly or mountainous terrain.
0 When doing frequent trailer towing.
regularly reaches
90°F (32 “C) or
higher.
NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transmission.
Too much can mean that some of
the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine
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 and filter every
50,000 miles (83 000 km).
parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be
sure to get an accurate reading if you check your
transmission fluid.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ in the Index.
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Replacement Parts
Replacement part numbers listed in this section are
based on the latest information available
at the time of
printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this
manual is not the same as
the part used in your vehicle
when
it was built, or if you have any questions, please
contact your GM truck dealer.
Engine Oil Filter
................ AC Type PF52
Air Cleaner
................. AC Type A1 163C
Positive Crankcase
Ventilation (PCV) Valve
....... AC Type CV746C
Spark Plugs
................... AC Type 4 1-932
Spark Plug Gap
.......... 0.060 inches ( 1.52 mm)
Fuel Filter
..................... AC Type GF481
Thermostat
............... GM Part No. 12551472
Wiper Blades (Front)
, , . . , Trico 22110158, Pin Type
18 inches (45.7 cm) Length
. Trico 22 154396, Pin Type
14 inches (35.5 cm) Length
Wiper
Blade (Rear)
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Vehicle Dimensions*
Length ............. , . 189.8 inches (482 cm)
Width
................. 77.5 inches (196.8 cm)
Height
................... 76.0 inches (193.0 cm)
Wheelbase
.............. 1 11 .O inches (28 1.9 cm)
Front Tread Width
....... 65.1 inches ( 165.4 cm)
Rear Tread Width
.......... 65.1 inches (165.4 cm)
*Figures reflect base equipment only.
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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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3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
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
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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9,000 Miles (15 000 km) (Continued)
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs rlrst).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
(See
footnote
#.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote *:I:.)
12,000 Miles (20 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote
**.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0, Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0, Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service,
(See footnote #.)
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0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter
if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote
**.)
bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
under
one or more of these conditions:
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
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
90 OF (32 O C) or higher.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use yaw- vehicle under any of these conditions, change thejiruid
andfilter every
50,000 miles (83 000 km).
18,000 Miles (30 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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18,000 Miles (30 000 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 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
(See footnote
#.)
velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
21,000 Miles (35 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
24,000 Miles (40 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
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0 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
velocity
joints and
axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
27,000 Miles (45 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
(See footnote
#.)
velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
(See
footnote
#.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)
(Continued)
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