CHEVROLET ASTRO 2003 Owners Manual

Driver Information System
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Your vehicle may have this feature. This system displays
the outside air temperature, compass direction and trip
information in the overhead console.
US/MET (United StatedMetric): The US/MET button
allows you
to switch the display between the English and
metric system.
MODE: The MODE button can be used to toggle
between three modes of operation:
OFF, COMP/TEMP
and TRIP.
COMPTTEMP (CompassTTemperature): This display
provides the outside temperature and one of eight
compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle
is facing.
Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle,
the temperature indicated will be the last outside
temperature recorded with the ignition on.
If the outside
temperature
is 37°F (3°C) or lower, the display will
toggle between the word ICE and the current
temperature every eight seconds. This is a warning
to
the driver that road conditions may be icy, and that
appropriate precautions should be taken.
The compass is self-calibrating,
so it does not need to be
manually set. However,
if C (Calibration) is displayed, the
compass will need
to be calibrated. You may also place
the compass in a noncalibrated mode by pressing and
holding the US/MET and MODE buttons simultaneously
while in the COMPREMP mode. After about
10 seconds.
the compass will display
C and you can release the
buttons. Drive the vehicle in a complete 360" circle three
times at a speed of less than 5 mph
(8 km/h), and the
compass will function normally. Once the calibration
is
complete, the display will return to a compass reading.
Variance is the difference between magnetic north
and geographic north. In some areas, the difference
between the two can be great enough
to cause false
compass readings.
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If this happens, follow these instructions to set the
variance for your particular location:
1. Find your location on the zone map. Record your
zone number.
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2. Press and hold both the US/MET and the MODE
buttons while in the COMP/TEMP mode.
3. After five seconds, the compass will acknowledge
the variation mode by displaying the current zone
number. When it does, release both buttons.
4. Press US/MET until your zone number appears on
5. Press MODE to enter your zone number. Your
the
display.
variance is now set and the display will return to
the COMPREMP mode.
TRIP: Once in the TRIP mode, pressing the MODE
button will take you through the following TRIP functions:
0 AVG ECON (Average Economy): The average
fuel economy since the last reset is displayed.
INST ECON (Instantaneous Economy):
Instantaneous fuel economy for the last second of
driving is displayed.
distance that can be travelled with the remaining
fuel in the tank, based on the fuel economy for the
last few hours of driving.
is displayed.
speed since the last reset is displayed.
To reset the trip computer, press the MODE and
US/MET buttons simultaneously for at least two
seconds. All functions will be displayed briefly once the
system is reset. Reset can only be performed in the
AVG ECON, FUEL USED and AVG SPEED modes.
All three modes are reset simultaneously.
0 RANGE: The display indicates the estimated
0 FUEL USED: The fuel used since the last reset
0 AVG SPEED (Average Speed): The average
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Sunglasses Storage Compartment
The overhead console has a sunglasses storage
compartment.
Luggage Carrier
If you have a luggage carrier, you can load things on
top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails
attached to the roof to secure cargo.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these
guidelines:
Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not
Tie the load to the side rails. Use the crossrails
recommended.
only to keep the load from sliding.
the side rails.
Also tie the load to the bumpers.
Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or
side rails are damaged.
If you need to carry long items, tie the load to
* After moving the crossrails, be sure to tighten all
the slider screws.
For the purpose of wind noise reduction, locate the
front and rear crossrails in line with the two center
supports.
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Notice: Loading cargo that weighs more than
200 Ibs. (91 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage
your vehicle. When you carry large things, never
let them hang over
the rear or the sides of your
vehicle. Load your cargo
so that it rests on the
slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle. Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten
it securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main
weight as far forward as you can.
Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see
Loading Your Vehicle on
page 4-29.
Convenience Net
You may have a convenience net in the rear of your
vehicle to help keep small loads, like grocery bags,
in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts.
The net is not designed for larger, heavier items.
You can unhook the net
so that it will lie flat when
you’re not using
it.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage
carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.
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Section 3 Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel Overview ............................... 3.2
Hazard Warning Flashers
................................ 3-4
Other Warning Devices
................................... 3-5
Horn
............................................................. 3-5
Tilt Wheel
..................................................... 3-5
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever
......................... 3.6
Exterior Lamps
.......................................... 3.12
Interior Lamps
................................ ....... 3.15
Accessory Power Outlets
............................... 3.16
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
........................ 3.17
Climate Controls ............................................ 3.18
Climate Control System
................................. 3.18
Rear Heating System
................................... -3-1 9
Rear Air Conditioning System ......................... 3.20
Rear Climate Control System
......................... 3.21
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ............. 3.23
Instrument Panel Cluster
................................ 3.24
Speedometer and Odometer
........................... 3.25
Safety Belt Reminder Light
............................. 3.26
Air Bag Readiness Light
................................ 3-26
Charging System Light
.................................. 3.27
Voltmeter Gage
........................................... -3-28
Brake System Warning Light
.......................... 3.28 Anti-Lock
Brake System Warning Light
............. 3.29
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
............................. 3.30
Oil Pressure Gage
........................................ 3.34
Security Light
.............................................. -3-35
Service All-Wheel Drive Light
......................... 3.35
Tow/Haul Mode Light
......... ................... 3.36
Fuel Gage
................................................... 3.36
Low Fuel Warning Light
................................. 3.37
Audio System@) ............................................. 3.38
Setting the Time for Radios with
the Set Button
.......................................... 3-38
Setting the Time for Radios with
HR and MN Buttons .................................. 3-38
AM-FM Radio
............................................... 3.39
Radio with CD
.............................................. 3-41
Theft-Deterrent Feature
........... ................ 3.47
Understanding Radio Reception
................... 3.50
Care of Your CDs
......................................... 3-50
Care of Your CD Player
................................ 3-50
Fixed Mast Antenna
...................................... 3.50
Check Gages Warning
Light
........................... 3-36
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
. . .... ............ 3.46
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. B.
C. D. E.
F.
G.
H.
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Exterior Lamp Control
Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel
Multifunction Lever
Hazard Warning Flasher Button
Transmission Shift Lever
Ignition Switch
Rear Defogger Button (Option)
Climate Controls
Rear A/C Control (Option)
Rear Heater Control (Option) Y.
L.
M.
N.
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P.
Q.
R.
S.
Rear WasherNViper Switch (Option)
Front Ashtray
Dome Override Button
Hood Release
Cigarette Lighter
Audio System Front Storage Compartment
Cupholders/Storage Tray
Accessory Power Outlets
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Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of
the steering column.
Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what
position your key is
in, and even if the key isn’t in.
Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They
also let police know you have
a problem. Your front
and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and
off.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal
lamps flash on and
off. Press the button again to
turn the flashers off.
When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn
signals won’t work.
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Other Warning Devices
If you carry reflective triangles, you can use them to
warn others. Set one up at the side of the road about
300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
Horn
Press the horn symbol in the middle of the steering
wheel to sound the horn.
Tilt Wheel
A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering
wheel before you drive.
You can also raise it to the
and enter the vehicle. located on the left side of the steering column.
highest
level to give your legs more room when You exit The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull
the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable
level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
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