manual transmission CHEVROLET ASTRO PASSENGER 1993 1.G Owner's Manual

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Light Bulb Data
Trade at
12.8V, Watts No. Quantity
Lamp or Bulb Power Rating
Exterior Lights:
Headlamps 2
6052 65/55
Halogen 65/35
H6054
2
Park, Signal Lamp 2 2057 3212
Tail, Stop Lamps 2
2057
1 94
4
Marker Lamps 3212
12
211-2
3 Dome Lamps (with Roof Console) 12 211-2 2
Dome Lamps (w/o Roof Console)
Interior Lights:
2
194
1 License
Lamp 32
1156
2 Back-up Lamp 2
Candle Power
I Glove Box LamD Ill 194 I 2
I Visor Vanity Mirror Lamps I 4 I 194 I 2
Stepwell Lamp
2
Reading Lamp
(wlo Roof Console) 6 906
4
Reading Lamp (with
Roof Console) 6 21
1-2
3
2 1 94 2
Heater or NC Control
1 161 1 Ashtray Lamp 6 906
Instrument Cluster
Lightst
Generator Indicator Lamp’
2
PC94 6
Instrument Cluster Illum.’ .? PC74
1
Headlamp Beam Indicator Lamp’
2
PC1
94 2 Directional Indicato?
.? PC74
2
Directional Indicator‘
(Service Engine Soon)*
2 PC1 94 1
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Service
Engine Soon)’
.7 PC74 1 Malfunction Indicator Lamp
1 PC161 1 Headlamp Beam Indicator Lamp‘ .7
PC74
1
Brake Warning Indicator Lamp’
1
Brake Warning Indicator Lamp2 .7
PC74
1
2 PC1 94
1
Transmission Indicator Dial2
2 PC1 94
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Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (2\
5 000 km).
If the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic.
Where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C\
) or
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Frequent trailer pulling.
Uses such as taxi, police, delivery or other commercial service\
.
higher.
If the vehicle is not used mainly under any
of these conditions, change
the fluid and filter every 30,000 miles
(50 000 km). See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid’’ in the Index for more information.
7. FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT* -Replace the fuel filter at the specified
interval or sooner
if clogged.
8. SPARK PLUGS REPLACEMENT* -Replace spark plugs with the type
listed in Section
6. See “Specification Charts’’ in the Index.
9. SPARK PLUG WIRE INSPECTION* -Clean wires and inspect for burns,
cracks or other damage. Check the wire boot
fit at the distributor and at
the spark plugs. Replace wires as needed.
10.
ENGINE TIMING CHECK AND DISTRIBUTOR CHECK -Adjust timing to
underhood label specifications. Inspect the inside and outside of the
distributor cap and rotor for cracks, carbon tracking and corro\
sion. Clean
or replace as needed.
cap and lines for damage or leaks. Remove fuel cap, inspect g\
asket for
an even filler neck imprint, and any damage. Replace parts as \
needed.
12.
ENGINE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION* -Inspect belt. Look
for cracks, fraying, wear, and proper tension. Adjust or replac\
e as needed.
11.
FUEL TANK, CAP AND LINES INSPECTION* -Inspect the fuel tank,
* An Emission Control Service
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Listed below are owner checks and services which would be made at the
time period specified to help ensure proper safety, emission performance, and
dependability of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever \
any fluids
or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the \
proper ones,
as shown in this section.
At Least Once a Month
Tire inflation pressure check -Check the tires for proper inflation. If they
are low, inflate them
to the level specified on the CertificationRire label or in
Section
6. See “Inflation-Tire Pressure” in the Index.
At Least Once a Year
Key lock cylinder lubrication -Lubricate key lock cylinders with one of the
lubricants recommended in this section.
Transmission neutral start switch operation
I A When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly\
. If I
it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. I L
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the manual parking brake and the regular brake. See
“Brakes” and “Parking Brake” in the Index.
Do not use the accelerator
pedal.
3. Be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
4. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in P
Steering column lock operation -While parked, try to turn the key to Lock
in each gear shift position. The key should turn to Lock only when the gear
shift is in
P (Park). The key should come out only in Lock.
(Park) or N (Neutral).
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Parking brake and transmission P (Park) mechanism operation -
I CAUTION
When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to mo\
ve. I
/i You or others could be injured and property could be damaged.
Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case you\
begin
to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the \
vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill.\
Keeping your foot
on the regular brake, set the manual parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running and the
transmission in
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular
brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the P (Park) mechanism’s holding ability: Apply the regular
brake and shift to
P (Park). Release the manual parking brake, then
slowly release the regular brake.
Lap and shoulder belts condition and operation -Inspect belt system,
including: webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, guide loop\
s and anchors.
Have a belt assembly replaced
if the webbing has been cut or otherwise
damaged.
Body Lubrication Service -Lubricate all body door hinges including the
tailgate, tailgate handle pivot points, and tailgate mounted spa\
re tire carrier
(if
equipped), lubricate the body hood, fuel door and rear compart\
ment hinges, latches, any locks and any moving seat- hardware. Lubricate the\
hood safety
lever pivot and prop rod pivot. More frequent lubrication may \
be required
when exposed to a corrosive environment.
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Recommended Fluids & Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or
specification may be obtained from your GM Dealer.
USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent for API Service SG
or SGlCE of the recommended viscositv.
Engine Coolant Mixture
of water and a good quality ethylene
glycol base
antifreeze conforming
to GM-6038-M (GM Part No. 1052103).
Hydraulic Brake Systems Delco Supreme
ll@ brake fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or
I DOT-3).
Parking Brake Cables Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of GM-6031-M (GM
Part No. 1052497).
Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 10\
50017) or equivalent conforming
to GM spec 9985010.
Manual Steering Gear GM Lubricant (GM Part No. 1052182) or e\
quivalent.
Automatic Transmission DEXRONB IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No.
~ ~~
1051 855).
Differential:
a. Standard - Front and a. SAE-80W-90 gear lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271).\

Rear Axle
b. SAE-80W-90 gear lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271).
b. Locking
Transfer Case DexronB
IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No.
1051 855).
Column Shift, Propeller Shaft Chassis lubricant meeting requireme\
nts of NLGl Grade
2,
Slip Splines and Universal Category LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 10524\
97).
Joints.
Hood Latch Assembly
a. Pivots and spring anchor a. Engine oil (GM Part No. 1050109).
b. Release Pawl b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of GM-6031-M
Front Wheel Bearings Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements\
of NLGl Grade
Constant Velocity
U I Joint Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of GM-6031-M (GM
(GM Part No. 1052497).
2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1051344).
Part
No. 1052497)
Automatic Transmission Shift Engine oil
Linkage, Floor Shift Linkage,
Hood and Door Hinges, Body
Door Hinge Pins, Folding Seat,
Fuel Door Hinge
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A
Air Cleaner .................................... 6-1 9
Air Conditioning
.............................. 3-6
Fan Lever
.................................... 3-6
Function Lever
............................ 3-6
Maintenance
.............................. 6-39
Rear
............................................. 3-8
Refrigerant Capacity
................. 6-65
Temperature Lever
...................... 3-6
All-Wheel Drive
............................. 6-23
Antenna, Fixed Mast
.................... 3-29
Antilock Brakes (See “Brakes”) Appearance Care
......................... 6-52
Materials
.................................... 6-59
Ashtrays
........................................ 2-50
Assist Handles
.............................. 2-68
Audio Systems
................................ 3-9
AM Radio
.................................. 3-11
AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette
AM-FM Stereo Audio
AM-FM Stereo Audio
AM-FM Stereo Audio System
.. 3-1 3
Anti-Theft Feature
..................... 3-26
Compact Disc Care
.................. 3-28
Automatic Transmission
............... 2-1 7
Fluid ........................................... 6-20
Arbitration Program
........................ 8-3
System with Equalizer
.......... 3-1 8
Cassette System
................... 3-1 5
Compact Disc (CD) System .... 3-23
Cassette Tape Player
..... 3-21, 3-22
.
. I
Axle
Front.
.......................................... 6-24
Rear
........................................... 6-23
B
Battery ........................................... 6-34
Belts (See “Safety Belts”) Better Business Bureau Mediation
..................................... 8-3
Blizzard
.......................................... 4-42
Brakes Adjustment
................................. 4-17
Antilock
...................................... 4-14
Fluid
...........................................
Hydro-Boost System (Hydraulic Pump)
................... 6-34
Master Cylinder
......................... 6-32
Parking
....................................... 2-20
Pedal Travel
.............................. 4-17
Rear Drum
................................. 4-17
Replacing Parts
......................... 6-33
Trailer
......................................... 4-46
Wear Indicators ......................... 4-17
In Emergencies
......................... 4-18
Break-In, New Vehicle
.................. 2-13
Bulb Replacement
........................ 6-35
Halogen.
..................................... 6-35
Replacement Chart
................... 6-66
6-32
System Warning Light
.... 2-58, 4-16
Braking
.......................................... 4-12
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E
Engine Block Heater
..................... 2.16. 3-9
Coolant
............................ 5.11. 6-26
Coolant Temperature Gage
...... 2-60
Cover
......................................... 6-1 5
Exhaust ............................ 2.24. 6-41
Fan Noise
.................................. 5-1 6
Identification
..................... 6.60. 6-64
Oil (See “Oil”) Overheating
................................. 5-8
Running While Parked
... 2.22. 2-25
Equipment. Add-on
...................... 6-44
Exhaust System
............................ 6-41
F
Finish Care
........................................... 6-56
Damage
..................................... 6-57
Automatic Transmission
............ 6-20
Brake
......................................... 6-32
Capacities
.................................. 6-64
Coolant
............................ 5.11. 6-26
Leak Check
............................... 6-34
Power Steering
......................... 6-30
Transfer Case
........................... 6-23
Windshield Washer
................... 6-31
Fog Lamps
.................................... 2-42
Four-wheel Antilock
..................... 4-1 5
Front Seats ..................................... 1-2
Fuel
................................................. 6-4
Gage
.......................................... 2-63
In Foreign Countries
................... 6-6
Regulator
................................... 2-1 5
Tank Capacity ........................... 6-65
Fuse Block
.................................... 6-63
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
......... 6-68
Fluid
Filling Your Tank
......................... 6-6
G
Gages
Fuel ............................................ 2-63 ....
Voltmeter .................................... 2-64
Gasolines for Cleaner Air
.............. 6-5
H
Hatch Release Switch .................. 2-27
Hazard Warning Flashers
.............. 5-2
Head Restraints
............................ 1-11
Headlights
...................................... 6-35
High Beams
..................... 2.66. 4-24
High-Low Beam
......................... 2-31
Reminder Light
.......................... 2-44
Heating System
.............................. 3-5
Fan Lever
.................................... 3-5
Rear
............................................. 3-7
Temperature Lever
...................... 3-5
Highway Hypnosis
........................ 4-34
Hitches Hood Block Heater.,
............................ 2-16
Function Lever
............................ 3-5
4-46
...........................................
Latches and Hinge ................... 6-40
Release
........................................ 6-8
Horn
............................................... 2-28
Hydroplaning
................................. 4-27
I
If You’re Stuck in Sand. Mud.
Ice or Snow
.............................. 5-32
Ignition Switch
............................... 2-13
Inflation-Tire Pressure
................... 6-45
Instrument Cluster
........................ 2-52
Standard
.................................... 2-55
Digital
......................................... 2-52
J
Jack Storage ................................. 5-18
Jump Starting
.................................. 5-3
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Roadside Assistance ...................... 8.5
Rocking Your Vehicle ................... 5-32
Roof Console ................................ 2-51
S
Safety Belts .................................. 1-12
Care Of ..................................... 6-55
Checking Restraint Systems .... 1-43
Driver Position ........................... 1-1 8
Extender .................................... 1-42
Lap-Shoulder Belt ..................... 1-19
Larger Children ......................... 1-40
Passenger Positions ....... 1-26, 1-30
Proper Wear .............................. 1-1 8
Questions and Answers ........... 1-16
Reminder Light .......................... 1-1 7
Replacing After a Crash .......... 1-43
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster .... 1-21
Smaller Children and Babies ... 1-32
Use During Pregnancy ............. 1-25
Why They Work ........................ 1-13
Safety Chains ............................... 4-46
Safety Warnings ............................. 0-2
Scheduled Maintenance
Services
............................... 7-3, 7-8
Seats ............................................... 1-2
Bench ........................................... 1-5
Controls ....................................... 1-2
Head Restraints ........................ 1-1 1
Rear ............................................. 1-5
Power Driver’s ............................. 1-3
Reclining Bucket ......................... 1-3
Removable ................................... 1-8
Seatback Latches ....................... 1-7
Service ............................................ 6-3
Do-It-Yourself ............................... 6-3
Parts Identification Label .......... 6-62
Publications ......................... 8-6, 8-8
Replacement ParVFilter Recommendations
................. 6-70
Service Station Checks ................ 7-1 7
Adults ......................................... 1-18
Shifting IntolOut Of Park ... 2-21, 2-23
Single Belt Accessory Drive ........ 6-38
Spare Tire ..................................... 5-19
Specification Charts ...................... 6-64
Speedometer ................................. 2-56
Springs, Fiberglass ....................... 6-58
Starting Your Engine .................... 2-14
Steering
In Emergencies
......................... 4-19
Tips ............................................ 4-18
Storage Compartment .................. 2-51
Storing the JacWSpare Tire ......... 5-30
Sun Visors .................................... 2-48
T
Theft .............................................. 2-12
Thermostat .................................... 6-29
Tilt Wheel ...................................... 2-28
Tires ............................................... 6-44
Chains ........................................ 6-51
Changing A Flat ..A-16, 5.17, 5-21
Compact Spare ......................... 5-31
Inspection and Rotation ............ 6-47
Loading ...................................... 6-42
New ............................................ 6-48
Pressure ..................................... 6-45
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ... 6-49
Top Strap ...................................... 1-34
Towing Your Vehicle ....................... 5-7
Towing a Trailer ............................ 4-43
Backing Up ................................ 4-48
Following Distance .................... 4-48
Making Turns ............................. 4-48
Turn Signals .............................. 4-48
Traffic Lights ................................... 4-6
Trailer
Brakes
........................................ 4-46
Wiring Harness .......................... 2-67
Trailering Package ........................ 6-44
Transfer Case ............................... 6-23
Transmission, Automatic ............... 2-17
Add Fluid ................................... 6-22
Check Fluid ............................... 6-20
Torque Lock ............................... 4-39
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