1996 Chevrolet Astro Owners Manual

At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced, (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transmission’’ in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.

At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges, the body hood, fuel door and rear compartment hinges, latches and locks including interior glove box and console doors, and any moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever pivot and prop rod pivot. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

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Starter Switch Check

Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check c ,A CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

2.

3.

around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.

2.

3.

around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

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Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. 0 To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.

0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:

With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.

Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. 0 The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift

lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK.

Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Nlorhanism Check

A CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM Service Manual. See “Service and Owner Publications’’ in the Index. Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.

Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust’’ in the Index. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.

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Drive Axle Service Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control linkage. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation.

Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.

USAGE

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

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FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil’’ in the Index. 50/50, mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL TM or Havoline@ DEX-COOL TM (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze conformiag to GM Specification 6277M. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

~~

USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Coolant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System

~~~~~~~ Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering System

Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders

Brake Fluid

GM Part No. 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush and refill. Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). Chassis.1ubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pt., 1050017 - 1 qt., or equivalent). DEXRON@-I11 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 1234624 1 or equivalent).

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USAGE

Chassis Lubrication

Front Wheel Bearings

Differential, Front and Rear Axle Transfer Case

Windshield Washer Solvent

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FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No. 105 1344 or equivalent). Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 105227 1) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. DEXRON@-111 Automatic Transmission Fluid. GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent.

USAGE Hood Latch Assembly Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges

Weatherstrip Conditioning Gas Line

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-pu ose lubricant, Superlube % (GM Part No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). Gas Line De-Icer (GM Part No. 105 15 16).

See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and

aervices” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

READING

DATE

ODOMETER

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

Maintenance Record

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Maintenance Record

MAINTENANCE

PERFORMED

SERVICED BY

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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:

The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation BBB Auto Line -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Reporting Safety Defects Service and Owner Publications

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Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Chevrolet. Normally, any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise. Chevrolet has empowered its dealers to make decisions and repair vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your concern to your complete satisfaction. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealer management. Normally, concerns can be 'quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager. STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).

For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135 (English) or 1-800-75 1-4136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0 122

0 In all other Caribbean countries: 1-809-763- 13 15

In other overseas locations, call GM North American Export Sales in Canada at: 1-905-644-4 1 12.

For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: 0 Your name, address, home and business

telephone numbers

0 Vehicle Identification Number (This is available

from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.)

0 Dealership name and location 0 Vehicle delivery date and present mileage

Nature of concern

We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Chevrolet, write to:

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices. When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

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Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Program

To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1996 Chevrolet/Geo, membership in Roadside Assistance is free.

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Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). This toll-free number will provide you over-the-phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membership is free, however some services may incur costs. Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer, Basic Care and Courtesy” Care: 0 Toll-free number, 1 -800-CHEV-USA 0 Free towing for warranty repairs 0 Basic over-the-phone technical advice

Available dealer services at reasonable costs (ie., wrecker services, locksmith/key service, glass repair, etc.)

ROADSIDE Courtesy ” Care PROVIDES: 0 Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above)

Plus:

0 FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer

from a legal roadway)

0 FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost

on the road or locked inside)

0 FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) 0 FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) 0 FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on

the road)

Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1996 Chevrolet/Geo passenger car and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Courtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease Customers operating 1996 and newer ChevroletlGeo vehicles for a period of 36 months/36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Care services must be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer Service Management. Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic C ~ r e and Courtesy Care at any time.

For complete program details, see your Chevrolet/Geo dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service. When roadside services are required, our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services. For prompt assistance when calling, please have the following available to give to the advisor: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) License plate number

0 Vehicle color 0 Vehicle location 0 Telephone number where you can be reached

Vehicle mileage

0 Description of problem Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure inside your owner information portfolio for full program details.

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Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have afi extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services. Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1996 Chevrolet/Geo passenger cars and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealer for details). Courtesy Transportation includes:

One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair completed during the same day.

0 Up to $30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance for

any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus or other transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR

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lieu of rental

Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by another person (Le., friend, neighbor, etc.) in for any overnight warranty repair up to five days. Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet/Geo dealer service management. Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs. Chevrolet/Geo Courtesy Transportation is not part of the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet/Geo reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any without

time notification. For additional program details, contact your Chevrolet/Geo dealer.

In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet will reimburse up to $30/day for documented transportation you receive.

For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is available only in the United States and Canada. GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* *This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful.

There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE. BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203 Telephone: 1-800-955-5 100

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To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors. We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Chevrolet. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim until a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222- 1020.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1 G 352

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222- 1020 or write:

Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, Michigan 48007-7047

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L 1 H 8P7

Service and Owner Publications

Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information:

United States . . . . . . . 1-800-551-4123 Canada . . . . . . 1-800-668-5539

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Service Manuals Service ,manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself’ service. These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional, qualified technicians. Service Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships. GM monitors product performance in the field. When service methods are found which promote better service on GM vehicles, bulletins are created to help the technician perform better service. Service bulletins may involve any

number of vehicles. Some will describe inexpensive service; others will describe expensive service. Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions, and others may help avoid future costly repairs. Service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians. In some cases bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools, equipment and safety procedures necessary to service the vehicle. Since these bulletins are issued throughout the model year and beyond, an index is required and published quarterly to help identify specific bulletins. Subscriptions are available. You can order an index at the toll-free numbers listed previously, or ask a GM dealer to see an index or individual bulletin. Owner Publications Owner’s manuals, warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with general operation and maintenance information.

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Section 9 Index

1.25. 2.54

2-49 4-28 1-24 1-30 1-28 1-26 1-26

Accessory'power Outlet ......................... Add-on Equipment ............................. AirBag ....................................... Adding Equipment ............................ How Does it Restrain .......................... How it Works ................................ Location .................................... Readiness Light ......................... Servicing ................................... 1-29 What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-27 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-27 Aircleaner .................................... 6-19 Air Conditioning ................................ 3-5 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-68 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-47 All-Wheel Drive .......................... Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ....................... Antenna. Fixed ................................. Antifreeze ...................................... Anti-Lock

6-55 3-28 6-25 Brake System Warning Light ................ 2-57. 4-6 Brakes ...................................... 4-6 knti-Theft. Radio .............................. 3-23 Appearance Care ............................... 6-49 Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-58 Arbitration Program .............................. 8-7

2.21. 6.23

Ashtrays ...................................... Audio Equipment. Adding . : ...................... Audio Systems .................................. Automatic Transmission Check ........................... Transmission Operation ........................ Front ....................................... LockingRear ................................ Rear .......................................

Axle

2-48 3-2t 3-8

7-42 2-18

6-24 2-21 6-25

Battery ...................................... 6-35 Jump Starting ................................. 5-2 Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Warnings ...................................... 5-2 BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-7 Better Business Bureau Mediation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 Brake Adjustment ...................... . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Fluid ..................................... ;.6-32 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-32 Parking ..................................... 2-21 PedalTravel .................................. 6-32 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-32 Trailer ...................................... 4-3: Transmission Shift Interlock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 Wear ............................. : . . . . . . . . . 6-3' 9-1

Brakes. Anti-Lock ............................... 4-6 Braking ........................................ 4-5 Braking in Emergencies ........................... 4-8 .......................... Break-In. New Vehicle 2- 13 BTSICheck ................................... 7-43 .............................. Bulb Replacement 6-36

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Canadian Roadside Assistance .................... Capacities and Specifications ...................... Carbon Monoxide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.26.4.25.4.32. 4.33 Cassette Deck Service ........................... 7-41 Cassette Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 10. 3. 12. 3.20 Cassette Tape Player Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27 Center Passenger Position ........................ 1-34 ................................. Chains. Safety 4-32 Chains. Tire ................................... 6-49 Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-23 Charging System Light .......................... 2-55 Check Gages Light .............................. 2-63 Check Oil Light ................................ 2-61 Checking Your Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-57 Child Restraints ................................ 1-4 I Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . 1-43 Securing in the Center Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-45 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . 1-46 TopStrap ................................... 1-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 I . 1-42 Where to Put Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61 Circuit Breakers and Fuses Cleaner. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19

Cleaning

Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-55 Fabric ...................................... 6-50 Glass ....................................... 6-53 Inside of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-50 ............................. Instrument Panel 6-53 Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52 Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Special Problems ............................. 6-51 Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Vinyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52 Wheels ..................................... 6-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Windshield and Wiper Blades Clock. Setting the ................................ 3-8 Comfort Controls ................................ 3-1 ............................. Compact Disc Care 3-28 ............................ Compact Disc Player 3-16 Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-36 Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-5 ConvenienceNet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-39 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Heater. Engine RecoveryTank ............................... 5-15 ................................ Cooling System 5-15 Courtesy Lamps ................................ 2-37 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-6 Cruise Control ................................. 2-32 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-1

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Damage. Finish ........................ . . 6-56 Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ 6-56 Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Dead Battery ......................... Defects. Reporting Safety 8-8 Defensive Driving ............................... 4- 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Defogger. Rear Window Defrosting ..................................... 3-6 ............................ Dimensions. Vehicle 6-69 Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Sliding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 DrivePosition ................................. 2-20 DriverPosition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Driving City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Drunken ..................................... 4-2 Freeway .................................... 4-18 InaBlizzard ................................. 4-24 ........................... 6-4 In Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . In the Rain 4-14 Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 OnCurves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35 4-20 On Hill and Mountain Roads 4-22 On Snow and Ice . . . . . . . 4-16 Through Water WetRoads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Winter ...................................... 4-22 With a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

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Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . 2- 16. 3.26. 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 Electrical System Engine ........................................ 4-9 Coolant ..................................... 6-25 Coolant Heater ............................... 2-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 Coolant Level Check Cooling System Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-67 Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15 Exhaust ..................................... 2-26 FuseBlocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61. 6-64 Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 OilLevelCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Running While Parked ......................... 2-26 Specifications ................................ 6-67 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62 Engineoil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11 Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 Additives ................................... 6-14 Checking ................................... 6-12 Pressure Gage ........................... . . . . 2-60 Used ....................................... 6-15 Whentochange .............................. 6-14 Exhaust. Engine ................................ 2-26 Express-Down Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28

Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-50 .............................. 6-57 Fiberglass Springs Filling Your Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-69 Filter. Air ............................... 6-69 Filter. Engine Oil Finish Care .................................... 6-54 9-3

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Finish Damage ................................. 6-56 First Gear ..................................... 2-20 ......................... 5-1 Flashers. Hazard Warning ............................. 5-23 Flat Tire. Changing Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-67 Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-47 Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-4 .. French .................................... 11 6-24 Front Axle Front Storage Area .............................. 2-40 Front Towing .............................. 5-9. 5- 10 Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement .......... 6-40 Fuel .......................................... 6-3 Canada ...................................... 6-3 Filling Your Tank .............................. 6-5 Gage ....................................... 2-63 ........................... 6-4 In Foreign Countries Regulator ................................... 2-16 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-61

G a g e s

Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-62 ........................... Engine Oil Pressure 2-60 Fuel ....................................... 2-63 Garage Door Opener ............................ 2-43 GAWR ....................................... 4-26 Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission ............. 2- 18 GloveBox .................................... 2-40 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-26 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-26 .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guide en 11 GVWR ....................................... 4-26

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6-36 2-11 5-1 ................................. 1-5 2-35 6-36 ...................... 2-30 2-36 6-60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 3-5 2-30 4-20 4-20 4-32

Halogen Bulbs ................................ Hatch Release .................................. Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... Head Restraints Headlamps .................................... Bulb Replacement ............................ Highkow Beam Changer OnReminder ................................ Wiring ..................................... Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance Heating ........................................ High-Beam Headlamps .......................... Highway Hypnosis .............................. Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... Hitches. Trailer ................................. Hood Checking Things Under ......................... 6-7 Prop ....................................... 6-10 Release ...................................... 6-8 Horn ......................................... 2-29 Hydroplaning .................................. 4-16

Ignition Positions .............................. 2-14 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-43 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ................. 2-38 Inspections .................................... 7-45 Brakesystem ................................ 7-46 Drive Axle .................................. 7-46 ............................. 7-45 Exhaust Systems ...................... 7-45 Radiator and Heater Hose Steering .................................... 7-45 Suspension .................................. 7-45 Throttle Linkage .............................. 7-45

Instrumentpanel ............................... Brightness Control .................... Cleaning .................................... Cluster ..................................... FuseBlock .................................. Interior Lamps ................................. ack. Tire .................................... 5-24 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

2-50 i ....... 2-35 6-53 2-52 6-61 2-37

K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-42 Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-7 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Certificationflire ............................. 4-26 Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-59 Tire-Loading Information ...................... 4-26 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 Lamps ........................................ 2-35 Dome ...................................... 2-37 Interior ..................................... 2-37 OnReminder ................................ 2-36 Latches. Seatback ................................ 1-5 Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-24 Lighter ....................................... 2-48 Lights

Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-25. 2-54 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ............ 2-57. 4-6 Brake System Warning ......................... 2-57

Loading Your Vehicle Locks

........................... 2-55 Charging System Check Gages ................................ 2-63 Check Oil ................................... 2-61 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62 1 - 12. 2-54 Safety Belt Reminder ..................... Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-58 ........................... 4-26 Cylinders ................................... 7-42 Door ........................................ 2-5 Key Lock Cylinder Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 PowerDoor .................................. 2-6 Sliding Door Child Security ..................... 2-10 Steering Column Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44 Lubricants and Fluids ............................ 7-47 Lubrication Service. Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 Luggagecarrier ................................ 2-47 Lumbar Controls ................................ 1-2

Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . 6-69 ............................ 7-49 Maintenance Record Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 Long Trip/Highway Definition Long TripMighway Intervals ..................... 7-5 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-41 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 7-47 Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Short Trip/City Definition ....................... 7-4 Short Trip/City Intervals ........................ 7-4 Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-X

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Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 ManualFrontSeat ............................... 1-1 .......................... 1-2 Manual Lumbar Support Methanol ...................................... 6-4 Mirrors ....................................... 2-38 Convex Outside .............................. 2-39 ..................... Inside Day/Night Rearview 2-38 Outside ..................................... 2-39 Visor Vanity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 ModelReference ................................. vi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20 Mountain Roads

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N e t . Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 Neutral ....................................... 2-19 New Vehicle Break-In ........................... 2- I3 Nightvision ................................... 4-13

Odometer .................................... 2-53 Odometer. Trip ................................. 2-53 Off-Road Recovery ............................. 4- I O Oil. Engine .................................... 6-11 Opener. Garage Door ............................ 2-43 Outside Mirror ................................. 2-39 .............................. 2-42 Overhead Console Overheating Engine ............................. 5- I3 Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Owner Publications. Ordering

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Parking

6-57 2-18 2-22 2-25

Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ Park ......................................... Shifting Into ................................. Shifting Out of ............................... AtNight .................................... 2-13 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Brake Mechanism Check ....................... 7-44 Lots ....................................... 2-13 ......................... Over Things That Burn 2-25 With a Trailer ................................ 4-36 Passing ....................................... 4-10 Payload ....................................... 4-28 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45 Power ............................. Accessory Outlet 2-49 DoorLocks ................................... 2-5 ................................ 6-60 Option Fuses Seat ......................................... 1-3 Steering ..................................... 4-8 Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30 Windows .................................... 2-27 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts .................... 1-30 ............................ Problems on the Road 5-1 Publications, Service and Owner .................... 8-9

Radiator ..................................... 5-19 Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 Radio Reception ................................ 3-26 Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Rain. Driving In ................................ 4-14 Reading Lamps ................................ 2-38

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5.11. 5.12

Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heating System 3-4 Outside Seat Position .......................... 1-3 I Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... 1-36 SeatAudio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 Seatpassengers .............................. 1-31 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Window Defogger ........................... Windshield Washer Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reclining Front Seatbacks ......................... Recovery Tank, Coolant .......................... .................... Refrigerants. Air Conditioning Regulator. Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................ Removable Rear Seats Replacement

3-7 2-3 I 2-38 1-3 5- 15 6-68 2- 16 1-8 Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-66 Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-69 Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52 Replacing Safety Belts Reporting Safety Defects .......................... 8-8 Restraints Checking ................................... 1-52 Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-41 Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Replacing Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52 Systemcheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42 Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 Right Front Passenger Position 1-3 I Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

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Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-36 Safety Belt Comfort Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Belts 1 . 1 1 Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 ...................... Center Passenger Position 1-34 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-38 Driver Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-51 How t o Wear Properly ......................... 1-16 Incorrect Usage 1.19. 1-50, 1-51 LapBelt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34 1 . 16, 1-3 1 Lap-Shoulder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-49 Larger Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . 15 Questions and Answers . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Rear Seat Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31 1 - 12. 2-54 Reminder Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing Atter a Crash ........................ 1-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31 Right Front Passenger Position Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . 18 Smaller Children and Babies. Cargo Vans . . . . . . . . . . 1-40 Smaller Children and Babies. Except Cargo Vans . . . . 1-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 Use During Pregnancy WhyThey Work .............................. 1-12 Safety Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8 Safety Defects. Reporting ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Warnings and Symbols 111 Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-3 9-7

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Seats

Latches .................................... 1-5 Reclining .................................... 1-3 Bench ....................................... 1-6 Bucket ...................................... 1-6 ManualFront ................................. 1-1 ........................ 1-2 Manual Lumbar Support Power ....................................... 1-3 Rear ........................................ 1-5 Removable Rear Bucket ......................... 1-8 Restraint Systems .............................. 1 - 1 Seat Controls ................................. 1 . 1 Securing a Child Restraint ................. 1.41. 1-42 Two-WayManual ............................. 1-2 Second Gear ................................... 2-20 Service ........................................ 6-1 Bulletins. Ordering ............................. 8-9 EngineSoonLight ............................ 2-58 Manuals. Ordering ............................. 8-9 Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-59 Publications. Ordering ........................... 8-9 Work. Doing Your Own ......................... 6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6- 1 Service Publications .............................. 8-9 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29 Sheet Metal Damage ............................ 6-56 Shifting ....................................... 2-18 IntoPark .................................... 2-22 Outofpark .................................. 2-25 1 - 18 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ..................... SIR .......................................... 1-24 Skidding ....................................... 4-12 Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-26 9-8

Spare Tire. Compact ............................. 5-36 Specifications and Capacities ...................... 6-67 ............... 8-3 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance Speedometer ................................... 2-53 Springs. Fiberglass .............................. 6-57 Stains. Cleaning ................................ 6-51 Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-43 Starting Your Engine ............................ 2-15 Steam ........................................ 5-13 Steering ....................................... 4-8 .......................... Column Lock Check 7-44 In Emergencies ................................ 4-9 Power ....................................... 4-8 Tips ......................................... 4-8 Wheel. Tilt .................................. 2-29 Storage Compartments ........................... 2-40 Storage. Vehicle ................................ 6-36 Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow .................. 5-37 Sunvisors .................................... 2-49 Sunglasses Storage .............................. 2-46 .................. 1-24 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Symbols. Vehicle ..................................

Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...................... 6-40 Tape Player Care ............................... 3-27 Theft ......................................... 2-12 Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ; ........... 3-23 THEFTLOCK" ................................ 3-23 Thermostat .................................... 6-30 Third Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 ............................. Tilt Steering Wheel 2-29 ................................... 3-8 Time. Setting Tirechains .................................... 6-49

Tire Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26 Tire-Loading Information Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26 Tires ......................................... 6-42 ........................ 6-47 Alignment and Balance Buying New ................................. 6-45 Chains ..................................... 6-49 Changing a Flat .............................. 5-23 Cleaning .................................... 6-56 Compact Spare ............................... 5-36 Inflation .................................... 6-43 Inflation Check ............................... 7-41 Inspection and Rotation ........................ 6-44 Loading .................................... 4-26 Pressure .................................... 6-43 Temperature ................................. 6-47 Traction .................................... 6-47 Treadwear ................................... 6-46 Uniform Quality Grading ....................... 6-46 .............................. 6-45 Wear Indicators Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47 When It's Time for New ....................... 6-45 TopStrap ..................................... 1-42 TorqueLock ................................... 2-24 Torque. Wheel Nut ......................... 5-33. 6-67 Towing a Trailer ................................ 4-29 Towing Your Vehicle ............................. 5-6 Trailer Brakes ..................................... 4-33 Driving on Grades ............................ 4-35 Drivingwith ................................. 4-33 Hitches ..................................... 4-32 Maintenance When Towing ..................... 4-36 Parking on Hills .............................. 4-36

Safety Chains ................................ 4-32 Tongueweight ............................... 4-31 Total Weight on Tires .......................... 4-32 Towing ..................................... 4-29 Turnsignals ................................. 4-35 Weight ..................................... 4-30 Wiring Harness ............................... 4-37 .................... Transmission Fluid. Automatic 6-20 Transmitters. Keyless Entry ........................ 2-7 .......................... Transportation. Courtesy 8-6 Trip Odometer ................................. 2-53 ..................................... TTY Users 8-3 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35 1-2 Two-way Manual Seat

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Underbody 'Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Underhood Electrical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-64

Vehicle

Control ...................................... 4-5 Damage Warnings .............................. iv Dimensions ................................. 6-69 ......................... Identification Number 6-59 Loading .................................... 4-26 Storage ..................................... 6-36 Ventilation System ............................... 3-6 ............................ Visor Vanity Mirrors 2-49 Visors. Sun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49 Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55

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w a r n i n g Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 ........................ Washer Fluid. Windshield 6-3 1 ........................... 6-54 Washing Your Vehicle Weatherstrips .................................. 6-54 Wheel Alignment .................................. 6-47 Nut Torque ............................. 5-33. 6-67 Replacement ................................. 6-47 Wrench ..................................... 5-25 Windows ..................................... 2-27 Express-Down ............................... 2-28 Power ...................................... 2-27 Swing-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28

Windshield Washer

............................. 2-31 Fluid ....................................... 6-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41 Fluid Level Check Rear ....................................... 2-32 Windshield Wipers .............................. 2-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-42 Blade Replacement Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-60 Rear ....................................... 2-32 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22 .............................. Wiring. Headlamp 6-60 WreckerTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Wrench. Wheel ................................. 5-25

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The 1996 Chevrolet Astro Owner’s Manual

This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.

This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly.

Beats and Restraint Systems ............................................................. 1-1 It also explains the “SIR” system. Features and Controls .................................................................. 2-1 Bmfort Controls and Audio Systems ..................................................... 3-1 This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. YourDrivingandtheRoad .............................................................. 4-1 Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. Problems on the Road .................................................................. 5-1 This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Service and Appearance Care ............................................................ 6-1 Maintenanceschedule. ................................................................. 7-1 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. ........................................................ 8-1 Customer Assistance Information Index ................................................................................

This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you infomation on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-8.

Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.

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Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.

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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name ASTRO are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.

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How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all that’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it.

Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.

b A CAUTION:

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These :--Jan there is something that could hurt you or other people.

In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt.

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In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.”

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices:

I NOTICE:

These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

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Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.

For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:

CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY

PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING

CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS

These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven:

DOOR LOCK

FASTEN SEAT BELTS

These symbols have to do with your lights:

These symbols are on some of your controls:

WIPER

TURN

SIGNALS e A HAZARD

WARNING FLASHER

WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER

,111,

SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY

FOG LAMPS

$0

VENTILATING

FAN (

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Here are some other symbols you may see:

These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights:

CHARGING I-1

COOLANT TEMP

BATTERY

SYSTEM

FUSE

LIGHTER n (0) HORN )a( SPEAKER b p3

FUEL

BRAKE

COOLANT

ENGINE OIL w, ANTI-LOCK (@)

PRESSURE

BRAKES

Model Reference This manual covers these models:

Cargo Van

Passenger Van

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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, take them out and put them back in. It also tells you about bucket and bench seats, power seats and head restraints.

Manual Front Seat

A CAUTION:

You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

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2-Way Front Seat

Manual Lumbar Support (Option)

The bucket seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by the lever at the front of the seat.

Move the seat adjustment lever at the front of the seat toward the driver’s door to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body, to make sure the seat is locked into place.

If you have this feature, there will be a knob on the inboard side of the driver and passenger bucket seats. Turn the knob toward the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support. Turn the knob toward the rear of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support.

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Power Seats (Option) If you have this feature, there will be a control pad on the inboard side of the driver and passenger bucket seats.

Reclining Seatbacks There is a lever on the inside of the seat to adjust the seatback.

The front control makes the front of the seat go up and down. The rear control makes the rear of the seat go up and down. The center control makes the whole seat go forward and rearward.

You can adjust the seatback by lifting the lever. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position.

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Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly.

But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.

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Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Seatback Latches (Non-Touring Bench Seats)

To fold your non-touring seatback forward, pull up on the latch release lever while pulling the seatback toward you. The lever is on the right rear of your seat.

unlock the seat by pushing forward on the lever, while pushing down on the seat. Make sure the seatback is locked when it is put back in the upright position.

If the seatback isn't locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.

Rear Seats

After the latch has been released, push the seatback down until it locks in place. To raise the seatback,

A seat that isn't locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it.

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A safety belt that is twisted or not properly attached won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After installing the seat, always check to be sure that the safety belts are not twisted and are properly attached.

Bucket Seats If you have rear bucket seats in your vehicle, they will recline and adjust the same way as the front manual bucket seats. See “Reclining Seatbacks” earlier in this section or in the Index.

Bench Seats If you have bench seats in your vehicle, each seat can carry up to three passengers. They can also be removed to increase storage space.

The center and rear bench seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by the lever at the front of the seat.

Move the seat adjustment lever at the front of the seat toward the passenger’s side to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the’seat with your body, to make sure the seat is locked into place.

The non-touring center bench seat has a pivoting right armrest. The left armrest can also be used as a storage compartment. The optional touring bench seats come with moveable