warning light CHEVROLET ASTRO PASSENGER 1994 1.G User Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving:
Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and
plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a
cross-country trip.
Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll
save time and energy. (See the next section, “Freeway Driving.”)
Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because
the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just
before you start
to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not
cleared the intersection or may be running the red light.
Freeway Driving
Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways,
turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their
own special rules.
The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and
keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are
driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the
left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have
a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you
should begin
to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend
with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed.
Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your
shoulder as often as necessary.
Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit
or to the
prevailing rate if it’s slower. Stay
in the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal.
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Here are some tips for winter driving:
Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine
coolant
mix is correct.
You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle.
Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield
washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing,
a small shovel, a flashlight,
a red cloth, and a couple
of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be
driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old
carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you
properly secure these items in your vehicle.
Driving on Snow or Ice
Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have
good traction.
However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can
have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and
will need to be very careful.
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others. They also let
police know you have
a problem. Your front
and rear turn signal
lights will flash on
and
off.
But they won’t flash if
you’re braking.
. :
Press the button in to
make your front and
rear turn signal lights
flash on
and off. Your
hazard warning
flashers work
no
matter what position
your key is in, and
even
if the key isn’t in.
To turn off the
flashers, pull out on
the collar.
When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.
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Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched
warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The
sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving
(except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in
costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is
wrong with your brakes.
Your rear drum brakes don't have wear indicators, but
if you ever hear a
rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also,
the
rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are
removed for rotation or changing. When you have the front brakes replaced,
have the rear brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if
there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake
trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear.
If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your rear drum brakes
may need adjustment. Adjust them by backing
up and firmly applying the
brakes a few times.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine LAMPS
General Indicator Lamp?
Instrument Cluster Illum.?
Headlamp Beam Indicator Lamp?
Headlamp Beam Indicator Lamp$
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon)?
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Service Engine Soon)$
Directional Indicator?
Directional Indicator$
Brake Warning Indicator Lamp?
Brake Warning Indicator Lamp$
Transmission Indicator Dial$
Fog Lamps
Safety Belt Warning?
Safety Belt Warning$
Daytime Running Lights Indicator?
Daytime Running Lights Indicator$
Anti-lock Warning Indicator?
Anti-lock Warning Indicator$
Air Bag?
Air Bag$
QUANTITY TRADE NO.
1 PC74
1 PC94
1 PC74
1 PC161
1 PC74
1
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
PC 194
PC74
PC 194
PC74
PC 194
PC 194
GE885 PC74
PC 194
PC74
PC161 PC74
PC 194
PC74
PC 194
?With Standard Cluster
$With Digital Cluster
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A
AirBag ........................................................ 1-25
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ......................... 1-29
Aircleaner ..................................................... 6-19
Airconditioning ................................................. 3-5
FanLever .................................................... 3-5
FunctionLever ................................................ 3-5
Maintenance ................................................. 6-42
Rear ......................................................... 3-6
Refrigerant Capacity ........................................... 6-75
Temperature Lever ............................................. 3-5
All-Wheel Drive ........................................... 2-26, 6-24
Alternative Dispute Resolution Program ............................... 8-3
Antenna, Fixed Mast ........................................... 3-25
Anti-lock Brakes (See “Brakes”)
Appearancecare
................................................ 6-54
MaterialsChart ............................................... 6-62
Ashtrays ....................................................... 2-48
Assist Handles .................................................. 2-49
Audiosystems ................................................... 3-8
AM Radio .................................................... 3-9
AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System with Equalizer ................ 3-16
AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System ............................ 3-13
AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc (CD) System ................... 3-20
AM-FM Stereo Audio System ................................... 3-11
Anti-Theft Feature ............................................ 3-23
Cassette Tape Player ........................................... 3-15
CompactDiscCare ............................................ 3-25
Automatic Transmission .......................................... 2-17
Fluid ....................................................... 6-20
Axle Front
....................................................... 6-25
Rear ........................................................ 6-24
..... . . 6-35 Battery ...............
Belts (See “Safety Belts”)
Better Business Bureau
Brakes Mediation
.................................................... 8-3
Adjustment .................................................. 6-34
Anti-lock .................................................... 4-6
Fluid ....................................................... 6-33
Hydro-Boost System (Hydraulic Pump) ........................... 6-35
Master Cylinder .............................................. 6-32
Parking ..................................................... 2-20
PedalTravel ................................................. 6-34
RearDrum ................................................... 6-34
Replacingparts ............................................... 6-35
SystemWarningLight ......................................... 2-55
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HeadRestraints
................................................. 1-10
Headlights ..................................................... 6-37
High Beam Indicator Light
...................................... 2-60
High-LowBeam
.............................................. 2-32
Reminder
.................................................... 2-44
HeatingSystem
.................................................. 34
Block Heater
................................................. 2-16
FanLever
................................. ............ 3-5
FunctionLever
................................................ 3-5
Rear
......................................................... 3-6
Temperature Lever
............................................. 3-4
HighwayHypnosis ............................................... 4-18
Hitches
........................................................ 4-26
Hood
CheckingUnder
............................................... 6-7
LatchesandHinge
............................................ 6-42
Release
...................................................... 6-7
Horn
.......................................................... 2-29
Hydroplaning
................................................... 4-15
I
If You’re Stuck in Sand. Mud. Ice. or Snow ..................... 5-33
Inflation-Tire Pressure
............................................ 6-48
InstrumentCluster ............................................... 2-52
Digital
...................................................... 2-53
Standard
.................................................... 2-53
Ignitionswitch
.................................................. 2-13
J
Jumpstarting .................................................... 5-3
JackStorage
.................................................... 5-20
K
Keys .... .. ....... . . 2-3
Labels CertificatiodTire
............................................. 64.4
Service Parts Identification ...................................... 6-65
Lights
......................................................... 2-41
Dome
....................................................... 2-44
FogLamps
.................................................. 2-42
Frontparking
................................................ 6-38
Indicator
.................................................... 2-57
Taillights
.................................................... 6-39
Interior Override Switch
........................................ 2-45
Operation
................................................... 2-41
Reading
..................................................... 244
TurnSignal .................................................. 6-38
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Windows
.................................................... 2-26
Powersteering
................................................... 4-7
Fluid
....................................................... 6-30
Product Service Publications
........................................ 8-7
R
Radiator Pressure Cap ............................................ 6-29
Radio (See “Audio Systems”)
Reading Lights
.................................................. 2-44
RearDefogger
................................................... 3-7
Rear HatcMSplit Panel Doors
....................................... 2-7
RearWiperWasher
.............................................. 2-34
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
................................... 7-13
Reporting Safety Defects
........................................... 8-4
Roadside . 4ssistance ............................................... 8-6
.‘*ocki
.lg Y8 )ur Vehicle ............................................ 5-33
Roof L3n~ole ...... .................................. 2-51
SafetyBelts
.................................................... 1-11
CareOf
..................................................... 6-58
Checking Restraint Systems
..................................... 1-47
Driver Position
............................................... 1-17
Extender
.................................................... 1-46
Lap-ShoulderBelt
............................................ 1-17
LargerChildren
............................................... 1-44
Passenger Positions
....................................... 1-30, 1-34
Proper Wear
................................................. 1-16
Questions and Answers
......................................... 1-15
Replacing After a Crash
........................................ 1-47
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ................................... 1-19
Smaller Children and Babies
.................................... 1-36
Use During Pregnancy
......................................... 1-29
WhyTheyWork
.............................................. 1-12
Safety Chains
.................................................... 4-26
SafetyWarnings
................................................... vi
Scheduled Maintenance Services ................................. 7-3, 7-7
Seats
........................................................... 1-2
Bench
....................................................... 1-5
Controls ...................................................... 1-2
Head Restraints
............................................... 1-10
Rear
......................................................... 1-5
PowerDriver’s ................................................ 1-3
RecliningBucket
............................................... 1-3
Removable
................................................... 1-7
SeatbackLatches
............................................... 1-7
Service
......................................................... 6-2
Do-It-Yourself
................................................ 6-2
Parts Identification Label ....................................... 6-65
Adults
...................................................... 1-16
ReminderLight
............................................... 1-11
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
............................................... vii
Identification Number
.......................................... 6-63
Storage
..................................................... 6-35
Symbols
.............................................. vu. vm. 1x. x
Ventilation System ................................................ 3-2
AirVents
..................................................... 3-3
Tips
....................................................... 3-2
Voltmeter
. . .......................................... 2-64
......
Warning Lights and Gages ......................................... 2-55
Anti-Lock Brake
.............................................. 2-56
Devices. Other
.............................................. 5-3
Service Engine Soon
.................................... 2-58. 6-44
Washing Your Vehicle
............................................ 6-59
Weatherstrips
................................................... 6-60
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance
..................................... 6-52
Aluminum
................................................... 6-60
Front Bearings (Two-Wheel Drive)
............................. 6-41
Nut Torque ................... ...................... 6-68
Replacement
................................................. 6-52
Windows
...................................................... 2-26
RearDefogger
................................................. 3-7
Swing-Out
.................................................. 2-27
Windshield Washer
.............................................. 2-33
Fluid
....................................................... 6-31
Rear Washer
................................. ............ 2-34
Windshield Wipers
.......................................... 2-32, 641
Bladechatter
................................................ 6-58
Bladecleaning
............................................... 6-58
Blade Inserts
................................................. 6-41
Rearwindow
................................................ 2-34
Winter Driving
........................................ 4-20
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