Chevrolet 1995 Astro Owner's Manual

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Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: A 17 Caurron

Cigarette LighterIAshtrays The cigarette lighter is on the left of the engine cover console. To use the lighter, press it in all the way and let go. W

Assist Handles Assist handles may be located on the inside passenger vehicle pillars. Grasp them as necessary to help you enter and exit your veh

If you have a beverage cooler, lift up on the armrest to open. The cooler has a drain system that drains off as much fluid as necessary. There is als

Instrument Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re goin

Speedometer and Odometer Standard Cluster Digital Cluster Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per

YOU may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then

you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or

You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light should go out. This means the syst

This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a p

If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have

These symbols have to do with your lights: Master Lighting Switch 1 P=- Parking Lights I Turn Signal Direction I Daytime Running Lights I II I Hazard

Charging System Light Standard Cluster m Digital Cluster 1 I The red charging system light is on the bottom driver's-side corner of your stan

For more details about DRL, see “Headlamps and Vehicle Lighting” in this section. The DRL indicator light is on whenever the ignition and the he

Englne Coolant Temperature Gage Standard Cluster Digital Cluster If you have the standard cluster, you have a gage that shows the engine coolant tem

Oil Pressure Gage Standard Cluster Digital Cluster The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the eng

The fuel gage tells you how much fuel you have remaining when the ignition is on. When the gage first indicates empty you still have a little fuel l

Voltmeter Standard Cluster Digital Cluster VOLTS When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position), the gage shows your

Luggage Carrier (Option) I If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats attached to the

Trailer Wiring Harness If you have the optional trailering package, your vehicle will have an 8-wire harness, consisting of a 7-wire harness and

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Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Section In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered

These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature System I I Fue I I II Brake 4 - Wheel (Digital Cluster) Anti - Lo

DEFROST-The setting with the defrost symbol operates the defroster. Most of the air comes out near the windshield, with some going to the floor vents

BLEND - With this setting, the heated outside air comes out both the heater vents and defroster vents, with some air coming through the side window

Rear Air Conditioning (Option) You may have rear air conditioning. The rear air conditioning switch is located above the radio at the top of the ins

You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the bottom of the switch. The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes so that the

You will find air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the vents to direct the flow of air, or close the vent

How to Operate Your ETP AM Radio This part tells you how your ETR@AM radio works. Upper Knob (VOL-RECALL) - The upper knob has these four functions:

TREBLE - Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If a station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. B

SCAN - Press the SCAN button to hear each station for a few seconds. Push it again when you reach the station you want to listen to and the radio wil

Upper Knob (VOL-PROG-RCL) - The upper knob has these five functions: Turn it to switch the system on and off. Turn it to control the volume, Press

To PIay A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin t

Seats and Restraint Systems Section Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can a

How to Operate Your ETP AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System with Equalizer This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio cassette system with

Pushbuttons - The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen favorite stations (7 AM and 7

Press 4 or in the opposite direction that the amber arrow points and the tape will reverse to the beginning of the current selection. PROGRAM - To go

Rear/Front Speaker Control - The control ring behind the lower knob fades the sound between your rear and front speakers. Fade levels will be briefly

If the disc player is very hot, or if you’re driving on a very rough road, a disc may come out or just not play. If you see the word HOT on the disp

Delco LOC /I Theft Deterent Feature Delco LOC II@ is an anti-theft feature for the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignor

3. Enter the six digits of the code following steps 6-9 above. The display will show the numbers as entered. 4. Press the BAND knob and the time appe

To help avoid hearing loss or damage: 1. Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. 2. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and

You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner. This type of cleaner uses a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleane

Your Driving and the Road Section Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’

Manual Front Seat 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

Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive drivin

It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hou

There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make cras

Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has an advanced electronic braking system that can help you keep it under control. When you start your vehicle a

Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle in front

What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit

Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If th

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection,

Loss of Confrol Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t

Reclining Bucket Seats If you have this feature, you will have a lever on the inside of the seat to adjust the seatback. You can adjust the seatback

Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol or drugs,

You can be temporarily blinded by approaching lights. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the da

It’s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they sho

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low-beam headlamps - not just your parking lamps - 0 Besides slowing down, allow some extra following d

Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. Bu

Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not fresh - such as after a day’s wor

Then here are some tips: Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the si

0 0 0 0 Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can cl

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 flashligh

Your anti-lock brakes improve your ability to make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, you'l

The lap belt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt could go Rear Seats Bucket Seats If you have rear bucket seats in your vehicle, they will

Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the ac

Loading Your Vehicle PAYLOAD =-I PSI/KPA (COLD) -0 -0 < SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Certificatioflire label is found o

NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcas

Trailering Package If your vehicle comes with the Trailering Package, there is also a load rating which includes the weight of the vehicle and

Towing a Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty.

0 0 0 Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damag

A If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-distri

Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that

Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know you

Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much fa

Move the seat adjustment lever at the front of the seat towards the passenger’s side to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then rele

Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have

Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on t

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Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flasher

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 flash

Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please follow the s

2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a

A CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engines are running. 6

Good Battery (-) Heavy Metal Engine Part 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that

Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and know how to

To raise or lower the center console, press the button between the beverage holders. Only sit in the center seating position when the console is in a

If your vehicle has the all-wheel drive option, it can only be towed with all four wheels off the ground. If a vehicle with all-wheel drive must

Towing From the Front (Except All-Wheel Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wh

Towing From the Rear (Except All- Wheel Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use w

Towing From the Front (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel

To wing From the Rear (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift

Engine Overheating If Steam Is Corning From Your Engine - 8 I NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant,

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the eng

When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant recovery tank B. Radiator pressure cap C. Engine fan If the cool

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at ADD , add a 50/50 mixture of clean

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and

Removable Seats (Touring and Non-Touring Bench Seats) To Remove The Seat 1. Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap-shoulder bel

If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still Some pressure left. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down a

I 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to ADD. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start

7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler n

A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remov

The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Jack Storage Thejacking equipment you'll need is stored by your vehicl

c Remove the ratchet and extension by turning the wing nut counterclockwise. Remove the wing nut and retainer and take out the ratchet and extens

Spare Tire Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle. You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the spare tire. 1 NOTICE:

And a DOWN side. To Remove the Spare Tire Attach the ratchet, with the DOWN side facing you, to the extension. The extension has a socket 3 Put th

When the tire has been lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the v

The jack has a bolt on the end. Attach the socket end of the extension to the jack bolt like this. Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP

3. If you have a safety belt guide on your seat, pull the safety belt all the way out through the guide. 4. Pull up on the seatback latch on the right

Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps You will have to take off hub caps or wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts. i If you have a standard hub cap, remove

To remove the hub cap from the aluminum wheel, fit the flat end of the extension into the notch. I cap- Remove the center With DOWN facing you, use

5 6.5 in. -4 b- -4 k-,l2.0 in. (16.5 cm) A B (30.0 em) A. Front B. Rear NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will

Take off the flat tire. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting su

Put on the spare tire. Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the cone-shaped end is toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held

Tightening Wheel Nut Tightening Sequence I Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Turn the ratchet clockwise with th

Storing The Jack and Spare Tire 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down. 2. Pull the retaining

And don’t mix your compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare and its wheel together. NOTICE: Tire chains won

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Service & Appearance Care Section Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel

To Install The Seat 1. Lower the seat into position. Make sure the front retainers are hooked onto the anchor pins. Pull the seat down to latch

YOU should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See “Maintenance Record” in the In

In the United States and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded). You’ll see UNLEADED right on the pump. And only

By doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those parts of the country that have high ozone levels. You should ask your service station op

While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). Be careful not to spill ga

NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may n

Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood Prop. Lift the hood, rel

Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly. Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an

To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping t

Whaf Kind of Oil fo Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. The “Starburst” symbol i

You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY QRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BES

3. Attach the quick release latch plate to the buckles in the roof. If you are installing the center seat, colinect the right lap-shoulder belt t

I NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failure to use

Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposa

3. Grasp the bottom of the extension. Lift it up and then pull it out. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector for the cigarette lighter. Set the ext

7. Remove the bolt from the engine cover bracket. 8. Loosen the nut and move the bracket out of the way. 9. Lift up on each of the two latches at

10. Remove the two screws at the engine cover. Some vehicles may have hex-head bolts instead of screws. The screws (or bolts) are not supposed to come

6. Put the heater duct over the engine cover studs. Push up on the duct gently until it snaps into place. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector for t

NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damag

To check transmission fluid hot: Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross-h

A//- Wheel Drive If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. However, they have two

A CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt,

How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the

What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Engin

NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warra

To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up

Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolan

Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.

Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you wil

Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake

To Check Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid leve

Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning

Why Safefy Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. 1 Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels

Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if

For more information on vehicle storage, contact your dealer’s service department, or write to: Adistra Corporation 17 1 Hamilton Street Plymouth,

5. Pull the connector out and unplug the lamp. 6. Install the new bulb into the connector. 7. Reverse Steps 1-5 to reinstall the headlamp. Halogen Bul

Composite Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the two screws from the side markedturn signal lamp. 3. Completely remove the sidemarker/turn signal l

5. Remove the remaining three screws; the first one from the corner reflector pocket and the two remaining from the composite assembly. 6. Remove the

Front Parlcrrurn Signal Lamps (Composite and Sealed Beam) 1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parking/turn signal lamp assembly

Rear Lamps I. Open the rear door. n i 2. 3. Remove the two screws from behind the door. Pull out the rear lamp assembly s you can see the socket. 4. P

5. Pull out the bulb and replace it with the new bulb. 6. Reverse Steps 1-4 to reinstall the rear lamp. Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) I O

Air Conditioning Every now and then have your dealership check your air conditioning system to be sure it has not lost any cooling ability. If you t

Malfunction lndicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT) This light on your instrument panel lets you know when your emission system needs service.

The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts!

lnflation - Tire Pressure The CertificatiodTire label which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your

Tire lnspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles ( 10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If unusua

When It’s Time for New Tires Tread Wear Indicators One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will a

Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Admi

sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Sa

If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will b

Tire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/65R15 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your vehicle. If you have other size

Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 0 Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach 0 Reducing Agents

Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth. Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer

Non-Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can be remov

With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forc

Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household gl

Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your

Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usu

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may

Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER 1050 172 1050173 1050174 1050214 I050244 1050427 1050429 1050729 1051055 1051398 1052870 105020 1 SIZE

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Q TESTVNXX3XXQ09696 0 This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front co

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Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box door. WHEELBASE Service Parts Identification DO NOT REMOV

Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and f

Fuse Block The fuse block is in the instrument panel on the driver’s side. Remove the cover with a screwdriver. You can remove fuses with a fuse e

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about sa

Engine identification Engine Description Type VIN Code Fuel System Produced By Emissions **Central Port Fuel Injection Wheel Nut Torque DESCRIPTION

Lamp and Bulb Data EXTERIOR LAMPS Halogen Headlamps - Sealed Beam Halogen Headlamps - Composite Halogen Headlamps - Composite Park, Signal Lamp Rear

Instrument Cluster Lamps NOTE: A PC part number indicates that the bulb and base are one assembly and must be replaced as such. General

Fuses and Circuit Breakers ??BAT!? 4673 CIG LTRlDM €9 HRN/TL LPS E3 ECM B I 0 I GAGES INST LPS AUX ls.l HTR A/C d ClRlERK u 30 PWR ACC STOPlHAZ I TURN

NAME INST LPS PWR ACCY CIG LTFUDM GAGES CIRCUITS PROTECTED Instrument Panel Lamps, Radio Dial Lamps, Heater Lamps Power Door Locks, Power Seat Dig

NAME HTR A/C RADIO ECM B ECM I PWR WDO AIR BAG WIPER BRAKE DRL** PWR MIRRORS* TRAILER* CIRCUITS PROTECTED Front Heater & Air Conditioning Radio En

Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations ENGINE (VIN) OIL FILTER AIR CLEANER FILTER PCV VALVE SPARK PLUGS* FUEL FILTER RADIATOR

Scheduled Maintenance Services IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Section This section covers the maintena

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working co

Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To make the

I Schedule I Definition I Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Spark Plug Wire Inspection Engine Timing Check Fuel Tank. CaD and Lines Inspect

I Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at

I Maintenance Schedule I I 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 0 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

~ I Maintenance Schedule I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspe

I Maintenance Schedule I I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspen

I Maintenance Schedule I I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 0 0 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co

Maintenance Schedule I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Ser

I Maintenance Schedule I I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) rI1 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front s

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down,

I Maintenance Schedule I I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months. whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspe

I Maintenance Schedule I I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or

I Maintenance Schedule I I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate th

I Maintenance Schedule I I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front susp

I Maintenance Schedule I I 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front su

I Maintenance Schedule I I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule I I 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0 Chifig iifigine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front

I Maintenance Schedule I I ~~~ ~ 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissi

Maintenance Schedule I (Continued) 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Repla

Supplement to the 1995 C/K Series, Sierra, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Safari, Astro, Rally, Vandura, Chevrolet Van, Lumina Minivan and Trans Sport Own

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is over an armrest. 1-18

r I Maintenance Schedule I 1 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co

I Maintenance Schedule I 1 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one

Maintenance Schedule II The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) a

Maintenance Schedule II I 15y000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front s

I Maintenance Schedule II 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control

I Maintenance Schedule II I (Continued) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals

Maintenance Schedule II I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or mor

I Maintenance Schedule II I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) cl 0 0 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every I2 months, whichever occurs first). An Emi

Maintenance nSchedule II I 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission

I Maintenance Schedule II 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contro

Q: What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. A CAUTION: , .. .. .

IMaintenance Schedule II I (Continued) 0 Replace spark plugs. AFI Emission Control Service. 0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. Repla

I Maintenance Schedule II I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly - In heavy city t

Engine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See “Coolant” in the Index for further details.

Starter Switch 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in

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

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,

NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE Engine Oil Engine Cool

USAGE Front Wheel Bearings Differential, Standard, Front and Rear Axle Differential, Locking Transfer Case Column Shift Windshield Washer Sol

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes p

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Q: What's wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. A CAUTION: I You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a cra

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Customer Assistance Information Section Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how t

STEP TWO - If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help,

Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, Chevrolet has installed special TDD

‘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

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should im

Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer, Basic Care and Courtesy TM Care: ROADSIDE Basic Care PROVIDES Toll-free number, 1-800-CHEV-US

0 Telephone number where you can be reached 0 Vehicle mileage 0 Description of the problem For complete program details, see your Chevrolet/Geo dealer

Service and Owner Publications Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all

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index A Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle (See “Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR)”) Air Bag (See “Supplemental Inflat

Braking ... 4-5 In Emergencies ... 4-7 Break-In, N

Cruise Control (continued) ToReduceSpeed ... 2-38 ToResume ...

Engine (continued) Oil (See “Oil”) Overheating ... 5-13 RunningWhileParked ...

Hood Checking Under. Hood Release ... 6-6 Horn ... 2-29 Hydro

Lock Cylinders (See “Key Lock Cylinders”) Loss of Control (See “Driving-Loss of Control”) Lubrication (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”) L

Replacement Parts ... 6-6 1 Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government (See “Safety Defects”

There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions.

Seats (continued) Power Driver’s Seat ... 1-2 Rearseats ...

Towing ATrailer ... 4-26 Driving on Grades ... 4-32 Driving

Windows ... 2-27 Swing-Out ... 2-28 Windshield Rear

A CAUTION: Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel. Also, don’t put anything (such as pets or objects) between

What will you see after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs so quickly that some people may not e

Servicing Your Facial Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle The facial air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag s

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously

Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt These positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up th

As of September I, 1995, this information replaces Step 7 of the “Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position” portion of your ow

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn l

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) 1-29

Lap Belt If your vehicle has rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap saf

Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state

? Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a bookle

Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly s

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint in

5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different di

1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. . . 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instru

6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to

Table of Contents Introduction - How to Use this Manual This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warni

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull t

6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restrai

Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children w

Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies bel

Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are worki

Features & Controls Section Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shift

The square-shaped key is for the ignitic only. 3n The oval-shaped key is for the doors and all other locks. 2-2

\ When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. Each plug has a code on it that t

Your Doors and How They Work Side Doors To open the front side door from the outside, grasp the handle and pull the door open. To open the front sid

Sliding Side Door To open the sliding side door, pull the handle toward the back and slide the door to the rear until it latches in the open position

Introduction 1995 Chevrolet Astro Owner’s Manual Welcome This manual was prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your 1995 Che

Rear Doors If you have the Dutch doors, you must open the hatch first. To open the rear doors from the outside, open the right rear door first. Grasp

..^ To fully open the doors, push in on the clip and lift the check assembly up off the mounting bracket. Do this on each door. Replace the assemblies

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside: Use your door key. From the inside: To lock front doors and sliding side doo

Rear Hatch and Dutch Doors Release If you have this option, your vehicle must be in either PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to release the hatch and

Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all the doors at once. The power door lo

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful

Battery Replacement Under norlnal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the batteries are weak

Parking at Night Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what i

Ignition Switch 2 Use your ignition key to start your vehicle. The ignition key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions. 1. OF

NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left

Important Notes to Owners and Drivers Abouf This Manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you

3. If your engine still won’t start, wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down and do it all again. When the engine starts, let go of the key

Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 1. Engine Coolant Heater Strap 2. Engine Coolant Heater Cap In very cold weather, 0" F (-1 8 O C) or colder, th

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead

Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You hav

0 0 0 0 OVERDRIVE (0) 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)

Parking Brake To Set the Parking Brake Hold the regular brake To Release the Parking Brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parkin

Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a stand

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P)

Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from

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Model Reference This manual covers these models: Cargo Model Passenger Model How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginn

Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Foll

All- Wheel Drive (Option) If your vehicle has all-wheel drive, your engine’s driving power is sent to all four wheels for extra traction, This is

Swing-Out Windows To open your swing-out windows, pull up on the latch and push the window out. To close the window, pull the latch toward you and pu

Horn Tilt Wheel (Option) To sound the horn, press the pads on the steering wheel with the horn symbols. A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the

Multifunction Lever The lever on the driver’s side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp High-Low Be

A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the le

When the high beams are on, this blue indicator light on the instrument panel also Windshield Wipers I will be on. You control the windshield wiper

Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. The windshield wiper motor is protected from overload by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor ov

NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use was

Cruise Control (Option) I With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerat

In the gray 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 cau

To Set Cruise Control I 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the set button at the end of the lever

Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t n

Move the cruise switch from ON to WA (Resume/Accelerate). Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increa

To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: 0 Step lightly on the brake pedal. Move the cruise switch to OFF.

Lamps Your lamp switches are on the driver’s side of your instrument panel. Push the top switch with the parking lamps symbol on it to turn on: 0 Park

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light If your vehicle was first sold, when new, in Canada, you will have this light on the instrument panel.

Headlamps-On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACC. To turn

If the switch is OFF, the interior lamps will not come on when any of the vehicle doors are open. The switch is located on the instrument panel a

I You can also adjust the mirror for day or night driving. Press the tab forward (away from you) for day driving. Pull the tab back (towards you) for

To move a mirror, slide the switch to L for the driver’s side mirror or to R for the passenger’s side mirror. Then, press the four-way pad to m