glove box CHEVROLET ASTRO 2002 Owners Manual

2-44 Dome Lamps
The dome lamps will come on when you open a door,
except with the liftgate glass (if equipped).
You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the
thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamp control,
all the way up. In this position, the dome lamps will
remain on whether a door is opened or closed.
You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button, located
near the exterior lamp control, to set the dome lamps
to come on automatically when a door is opened, or to
remain off. To turn the lamps off, press the button into
the in position, the dome lamps will remain off when a
door is open. To return the lamps to automatic operation,
press the button again and return it to the out position.
With the button in this position, the dome lamps will
come on when you open a door.
Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off the dome, courtesy, vanity, reading
and glove box lights if they are left on for more than
20 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep your
battery from running down.
If the battery run
-down protection shuts off the interior
lamps, it may be necessary to do one of the following to
return to normal operation:

Shut off all lamps and close all doors, or

turn the ignition key to RUN.

2-46 Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex
mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from
the driver's seat.
CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
Storage Compartments
Your front storage compartment/glove box is at the
center of the engine cover. To open the compartment,
press the two tabs together and pull.

6-68
Fuse/Circuit
BreakerUsage
1 Stop/Turn/Hazard Lamps,
Center High Mounted Stop
Lamp, Anti
-Lock Brakes
2 Radio Accy, RR Seat
Audio ControlsFuse/Circuit
BreakerUsage
3 Courtesy Lamps, Glove Box Lamp,
Dome Reading Lamps, Vanity
Mirror Lamps, Courtesy Lamps
4 Daytime Running Lamps Relay,
Instrument Panel Cluster
5 Rear Defogger
6 Cruise Module, TBC Module,
Instrument Panel Cluster,
Cruise Control Switch,
Electrochromic Mirror
7 Power Outlets, DLC,
Subwoofer Amplifier
8 Crank Circuit Fuse, Park/Neutral
Switch, Starter Enable Relay
9 License Plate Lamp, Taillamps,
Parking Lamps, Ashtray Lamp,
Panel Lights, Trailer Taillamps,
Front and Rear Sidemarker
Lamps, Door Switch Illumination,
Headlamp Switch Illumination,
Rear Seat Audio Illumination,
TBC Module

7-45
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 ªWiper Blades,
Cleaningº in the Index.
Spare Tire Check
At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check
of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to
the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that the
spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to
rotate or turn the tire. If it moves, use the wheel wrench
to tighten the cable. See ªStoring the Spare Tire and
Toolsº in the Index.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
required. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index.Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed.
See ªAutomatic Transmission Fluidº 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 inluding interior glove box and console doors,
hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring
anchor, release pawl 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.