1994 CHEVROLET ASTRO PASSENGER lock

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ~ 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 the same
way.
See the caution under “Swing-Out Windows” in this section.
Door Locks
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:
.. .
From the inside: To
lock front doors and
sliding side door, slide
the lock levers down.
To unlock the front
doors and the sliding
side door from the
inside: Slide the lock
levers up.
Rear doors cannot be manually locked from the inside
To unlock the rear
hatch and split-panel
doors from the inside:
Push the top of the
HATCH REL switch.
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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 Lock switch will not lock or unlock the rear hatch and split
panel doors. You must use the
HATCH REL switch. See “Hatch Release
Switch” in the Index.
Every vehicle with power door locks has a pulse lock system. A pulse lock
system works like this:
If the sliding door is open and you push the power door lock switch, the
sliding door will not lock immediately. After you close the door, the system
comes on and, in about five seconds, locks the sliding door.
All models have overriding door locks. When a door is locked, the door
handle will not work the latch. This will help stop a door from being
accidentally opened. However, power door locks do not affect the operation
of the hatch.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the
locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.
Rear Hatch and Split-Panel Doors
If you have this option, your vehicle must be in either “P” (Park) or
“N’ (Neutral) to release the hatch and unlock the split-panel doors. If your
battery is dead, the hatch and doors will not open, even from the outside
with a key.
To release the hatch and unlock the doors from the inside of the vehicle,
press
the HATCH REL switch on the instrument panel just left of the
steering column.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Then, pull up on the
hatch handle and open
the doors.
To release the hatch
and unlock the doors
from the outside of the
vehicle, put the key in
the lock and turn to
the right. Then, pull
up on the hatch and
open the right rear
door first. Grasp the
handle and pull the
door open.
The hatch and doors will automatically lock when the hatch is shut.
If the hatch is partially closed, the rear doors will lock and you will need to
use the key or
HATCH REL switch, located to the left of the steering
column, to unlock them. (See also Hatch Release Switch, Rear
WiperNasher, and Rear Defogger in the Index.)
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your
vehicle has
a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on
it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
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If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target
for joy riders or professional thieves
- so don’t do it.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear
a chime
reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you.
Always do this. Your steering wheel
will be locked, and so will your
ignition and transmission. And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember
to keep your valuables out
of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them
with you.
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 if you have to leave your ignition
key? What
if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
Put your valuables in a storage area out of sight.
Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
Then take the door key with you.
New Vehicle “Break-In ”
NOTICE:
Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But
it will perform better in the long run if you follow these
guidelines:
0 Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first
500 miles (804 km).
Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first
500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.
0 Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or
so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and
earlier replacement. Follow this “breaking-in” guideline
every time you get new brake linings.
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Use your ignition key to start your vehicle. The ignition key lets YOU turn
the ignition switch to five different positions.
3
1. OFF
2. RUN
3. START
4. ACC
5. LOCK
ACC (Accessory): ACC lets you use things like the radio and the
windshield wipers when the engine is off. To get into
ACC, push in the key
and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it
was before you inserted the
key.
NOTICE:
Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACC position could
drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle. \
LOCK:
This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission.
It’s a theft deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when
the ignition is turned to
LOCK.
OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering
wheel. Use
OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine
is off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed).
RUN: This is the position for driving.
START This starts your engine.
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I 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 and
right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with
your hand. Using
a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch.
If none of this works, then your vehicle needs
service.
Farting Your Engine
Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will
find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle
Identification Number”
in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the
engine.
Move your shift lever to
“P’ (Park) or “N” (Neutral). Your engine won’t
start in any other position
- that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re
already moving, use
“N” (Neutral) only.
NOTICE:
Don’t try to shift to “P” (Park) if your vehicle is moving. If you
do, you could damage the transmission. Shift
to “P” (Park) only
when your vehicle
is stopped.
1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to
START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will
go down as your engine gets warm.
NOTICE:
Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time
will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the
excessive heat can damage your starter motor.
2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn’t start
in three seconds, push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the
way down for
12 more seconds, or until it starts.
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(Option) -
1. Engine Coolant Heater Strap
2. Engine Coolant
Heater Cap
In very cold weather,
0°F (-1 8 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can
help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine
warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged
in a minimum of
four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
To use the coolant heater:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 1 10-volt outlet.
A CAUTION:
NOTICE:
After you've used the coolant heater, be sure to store the co\
rd as
it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you
don't,
it could be damaged.
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