oil type CHEVROLET ASTRO PASSENGER 1993 1.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The Maintenance Schedule will tell you how often to lubricate these items.
See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for the proper
lubricant to use.
Lock Cylinders
To be sure your locks operate properly, they must be lubricated. \
The
Maintenance Schedule will tell you how often to lubricate them. See
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for the \
proper lubricant to use.
You should not use penetrating oils because they could wash out th\
e factory
installed lubricant and cause the lock to bind. De-icers which \
contain alcohol
could also wash away the lubricant,
so be sure to lubricate the lock after
using a de-icer
of this type.
Exhaust System
To help prevent damage to your exhaust system, do not continue to drive
your vehicle
if you notice:
Engine misfiring
Loss of performance
Other unusual operating conditions
Have your engine and exhaust system serviced regularly.
Three- Way Catalytic Converter
Your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converter is designed to reduce the
pollutants in your vehicle’s exhaust. Use only unleaded fuel in your vehicle.
If
you use leaded fuel, you could damage your three-way catalytic \
converter,
and other emission control components.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON light)
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOONlight) on y\
our instrument panel lets you know when your emission system needs \
service.
The light will come on briefly when you start your engine to let you know
that the system is working.
If it does not come on when you start your
engine, or
if it comes on and stays on while you’re driving, your system \
may
need service. Your vehicle should still be driveable, but you should have your
system serviced right away.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the
suds.
Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge.
Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth.
Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hair dryer or a heat lamp.
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Wipe with a clean cloth.
Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric
First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and
stains will clean
off better with just water and mild soap.
If you need to use it, then:
Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean,\
dull knife
or scraper. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths
(preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start
at the outside of the stain,
“feathering” toward the center. Keep changing to a clean \
section of the
cloth.
When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area \
with an air hose, hair dryer,
or heat lamp to help prevent a cleaning ring. (See
previous
NOTICE.)
Fabric Protection
Your vehicle has upholstery that has been treated with ScotchgardTM \
Fabric
Protector, a 3M product. ScotchgardTM protects fabrics by repell\
ing oil and
water, which are the carriers of most stains. Even with this protection, you
still need
to clean your upholstery often to keep it looking new.
Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1-800-43\
3-3296 (in
Minnesota, 1-800-642-61 67).
Special Cleaning Problems
Greasy or Oily Stains: Like grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee
with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar
and asphalt.
Carefully scrape off excess stain.
Then follow the solvent-type instructions above.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle
seat fabric. They should be removed as soon as possible. Be careful,
because the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them
to bleed.
Non-Greasy Stains: Like catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk,
soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood.
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area \
with cool
water.
If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions above.
If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a
watedbaking soda solution:
1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup
(250 ml) of lukewarm water.
Finally, if needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.
Combination Stains: Like candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and
unknown stains.
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with cool water and allow to
If a stain remains, clean it with solvent-type cleaner.
dry.
Cleaning Vinyl
or Leather
Just use warm water and a clean cloth.
Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it
more than once.
Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you do\
n’t get them
off quickly. Use a clean cloth and solvent-type vinyl/leather cleane\
r.
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument
panel. Sprays containing silicones
or waxes may cause annoying reflections in
the windshield and even make it difficult
to see through the windshield under
certain conditions.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
CAUTION
* Do not bleach or dye safety’belts. If you do, it may severely weaken I
protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm\

water.
I
c L them. In a crash they might not be able to provide, adequate
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Service & Appearance Care
Service Replacement Parf and Filter
Recommendations Table
Engine cap
Filter
Plugs Valve
Cleaner
Filter
(VIN) Radiator
Fuel
Spark"
PCV Air Oil
4.3L (Z) PF51 A773C
*Use copper-cored resistor type spark plugs. RC36 GF481
.CR43TS CV892C
A1163C PF51
4.3L (W)
RC36 GF481
CR43TS
CV789C
Filter
TO005
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