torque CHEVROLET ASTRO PASSENGER 1993 1.G Owners Manual

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Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) while your engine is
b “racing”(running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your\
foot is
firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidl\
y.
You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift out
of
P (Park) or N (Neutral) while your engine is racing.
NOTICE
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OD (Automatic Overdrive).
This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing,
and you’re:
- Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator
about halfway down,
- Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the
way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
OD should not be used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, or
driving on steep hills. Select
D (third gear) when operating the vehicle
under any of these conditions.
D (Third Gear).
This
is like OD, but you never go into Overdrive. You should use D
when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, or driving on steep hills.
2 (Second Gear).
This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can
use
2 (Second Gear) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go
down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your
brakes
off and on.
If you manually select 2, the transmission will drive in second gear. You
may use this feature
for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you
are trying to start your vehicle from
a stop on slippery road surfaces.
1 (First Gear).
This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel econo\
my) than
2 (Second Gear). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or
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left side,
your wheels should point to the right.
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If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill, turn the wheel\
s to the right.
If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on the left si\
de of a one-way
street, your wheels should be turned
to the left.
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into P
(Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the
parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever
out of
P (Park). This is called torque lock. To prevent torque lock, always be
sure to shift into
P (Park) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find
out how, see “Shifting Into P (Park) in the Index.”
When you are ready
to drive, move the shift lever out of P (Park) BEFORE
you release the parking brake.
If “torque lock” does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push
yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transmission,
so
you can pull the shift lever out of P (Park).
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Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Rotate the
ratchet clockwise with the
UP marking facing you.
* Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause
’, the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to
an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
If you have to
replace them, be sure to get the right kind.
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Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the wheel nuts
tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque.
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For proper wheel nut torque, see “Wheel Nut Torque” in t\
he Index.
Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit\
. Store
the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the
flat tire repaired or replaced.
I covers won’t fit on your cc I try to put a 1
cover or the Spi
Remove the wheel blocks.
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To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated a\
t the
mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services” in the Index.
Use this rotation pattern.
If your vehicle has front tires with different load ratings or tread designs (such
as all season vs. on/off road) than the rear tires, don’t \
rotate your tires front
to rear.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressure
as shown on the CertificationRire label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are
properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.
CAUTION I
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come
.. off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove an\
y
- - .-..-rust. -o,r dit-.from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, you can use a cloth or paper towel to
do this; but be
sure
to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all
the rust or dirt off. (See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.)
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Be sure to use the correct fuse. If you ever have a problem on the road and
don’t have a spare fuse, you can “borrow” one of the correct value. Just pick
some feature of your
cigarette lighter-and
as soon
as you can.
information.
Capacities
vehicle that you can get along without-like the radio or
use its fuse,
if it is of the value you need.. Replace it
See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index for more
and Specification Charts
Replacement Parfs
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
dealer.
Engine Identification
IGINE IDENTIFICATION
Liter VIN
Fuel
Code
BY Displacement System
Engine
Type
Produced Emissions
4.3L
L.D. U.S. CPI** W V6 4.3L L.D.
us. TBI* Z V6
* Throttle Body Electronic Fuel Injection
** Central Port Electronic Fuel Injection
~0004
Wheel Nut Torque
I Base or Optional Wheel I 100 ft. Ibs. (140
N-m) I
I TO21 6 I
Cooling System
ENGINE With Rear Heater
Without Rear Heater
VIN CODE
QUANTITY
4.3L I Z
16.5 Quarts (1 5.5 Liters)
13.5 Quarts (1 2.8 Liters)
4.3L I w
16.5 Quarts (I 5.5 Liters) 13.5 Quarts (1 2.8 Liters)
All quantities are approximate.
After refill, the level
MUST be checked.
TO006
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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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Trip Odometer ............................... 2-57
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever
... 2-29
Lane Change Indicator
.. .2-30, 2-67
V
Damage Warnings ...................... 0-3
Identification Number
................ 6-60
Storage
...................................... 6-34
Symbols
...................................... -0-4
Ventilation System
.......................... 3-3
Air Vents
...................................... 3-4
Tips
.............................................. 3-3
Voltmeter
....................................... 2-64
W
Warning Lights and Gauges ....... 2-57
Antilock Brake
................. 2-59, 4-16
Devices, Other
............................ 5-3
Washing Your Vehicle
.................. 6-56
Vehicle
Service Engine Soon
...... 2-61, 6-41 Weatherstrips
................................ 6-57
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance
.......................... 6-50
Aluminum
................................... 6-57
Front Bearings
Nut Torque
................................. 6-64
Replacement
.............................. 6-50
Windows
........................................ 2-26
Rear Defogger
............................. 3-8
Swing-Out
.................................. 2-26
Windshield Washer
....................... 2-33
Fluid
........................................... 6-31
Rear Washer
............................. 2-34
Windshield Wipers
.............. 2-32, 6-39
Blade Chatter
............................ 6-56
Blade Inserts
............................. 6-39
Cleaning Blades
........................ 6-56
Low Speed Delay
..................... 2-32
Rear Window
............................. 2-34
Winter Driving
............................... 4-40
(Two-Wheel Drive)
................. 6-38
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