1993 CHEVROLET ASTRO PASSENGER height

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You can move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you.
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To move it down, push in the adjuster at the arrows and pull down on the
adjuster. After you move the adjuster to where you want
it, try to move it up
and down to make sure it is locked into place.
You can move the adjuster up from a lower position just by pushin\
g up on it.
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Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your
shoulder. The belt should
be away from your face and neck but not falling off
your shoulder.
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Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake\
pads
have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when
the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound m\
ay come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are
pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
I CAUTION
A The brake wear warning sound means that sooner or later your
4 brakes won’t work well. That could lead to an accident. When you
hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. \
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NCTICE
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the
brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is
wrong with your brakes.
Rear Drum Brakes
Your rear drum brakes don’t have the wear indicators, but if you ever hear a
rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected\
. Also, the rear
brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are
removed for rotation or changing. When
have the rear brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does
there
is a rapid increase in pedal travel.
trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your you have
the front brakes replaced,
as complete axle sets.
not return to normal height, or
if
This could be a sign of brake
disc brakes adjust for wear.
If your
brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your rear drum brak\
es may need
adjustment. Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few
times.
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Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts \
on
your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and\

handling
of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose
control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be
injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel \
nuts
for replacement.
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The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, bra\
ke cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlight aim, bumper height, vehiclc
ground clearance, and tire
or tire chain clearance to the body and chassi I
Used Replacement Wheels
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know
how it’s been used or how many miles it’s been driven. It could fail
suddenly and cause an accident.
If you have to replace a wheel use
1 a new GM original equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
f your vehicle has PqA
iamage your vehicle
f you have other size tires, use tire chains only when you ... st. se on
SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. lnst
hem on the rear axle tires and tighten them
as tightly as PO
he ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
nanufacturer’s instructions.
If you can hear the chains contacting your
rehicle, stop and retighten them.
If the contact continues, slow d8
t stops. Driving too fast with chains on will damage your vehicle.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Road Signs ..................................... 4-2
Roadside Assistance ...................... 8.5
Rocking Your Vehicle ................... 5-32
Roof Console ................................ 2-51
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Safety Belts .................................. 1-12
Care Of ..................................... 6-55
Checking Restraint Systems .... 1-43
Driver Position ........................... 1-1 8
Extender .................................... 1-42
Lap-Shoulder Belt ..................... 1-19
Larger Children ......................... 1-40
Passenger Positions ....... 1-26, 1-30
Proper Wear .............................. 1-1 8
Questions and Answers ........... 1-16
Reminder Light .......................... 1-1 7
Replacing After a Crash .......... 1-43
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster .... 1-21
Smaller Children and Babies ... 1-32
Use During Pregnancy ............. 1-25
Why They Work ........................ 1-13
Safety Chains ............................... 4-46
Safety Warnings ............................. 0-2
Scheduled Maintenance
Services
............................... 7-3, 7-8
Seats ............................................... 1-2
Bench ........................................... 1-5
Controls ....................................... 1-2
Head Restraints ........................ 1-1 1
Rear ............................................. 1-5
Power Driver’s ............................. 1-3
Reclining Bucket ......................... 1-3
Removable ................................... 1-8
Seatback Latches ....................... 1-7
Service ............................................ 6-3
Do-It-Yourself ............................... 6-3
Parts Identification Label .......... 6-62
Publications ......................... 8-6, 8-8
Replacement ParVFilter Recommendations
................. 6-70
Service Station Checks ................ 7-1 7
Adults ......................................... 1-18
Shifting IntolOut Of Park ... 2-21, 2-23
Single Belt Accessory Drive ........ 6-38
Spare Tire ..................................... 5-19
Specification Charts ...................... 6-64
Speedometer ................................. 2-56
Springs, Fiberglass ....................... 6-58
Starting Your Engine .................... 2-14
Steering
In Emergencies
......................... 4-19
Tips ............................................ 4-18
Storage Compartment .................. 2-51
Storing the JacWSpare Tire ......... 5-30
Sun Visors .................................... 2-48
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Theft .............................................. 2-12
Thermostat .................................... 6-29
Tilt Wheel ...................................... 2-28
Tires ............................................... 6-44
Chains ........................................ 6-51
Changing A Flat ..A-16, 5.17, 5-21
Compact Spare ......................... 5-31
Inspection and Rotation ............ 6-47
Loading ...................................... 6-42
New ............................................ 6-48
Pressure ..................................... 6-45
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ... 6-49
Top Strap ...................................... 1-34
Towing Your Vehicle ....................... 5-7
Towing a Trailer ............................ 4-43
Backing Up ................................ 4-48
Following Distance .................... 4-48
Making Turns ............................. 4-48
Turn Signals .............................. 4-48
Traffic Lights ................................... 4-6
Trailer
Brakes
........................................ 4-46
Wiring Harness .......................... 2-67
Trailering Package ........................ 6-44
Transfer Case ............................... 6-23
Transmission, Automatic ............... 2-17
Add Fluid ................................... 6-22
Check Fluid ............................... 6-20
Torque Lock ............................... 4-39
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