1998 CHEVROLET ASTRO Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if
you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear
brake linings inspected immediately.
Also, the rear
brake drums should be removed and inspected each time
the tires are removed for rotation or changing. When
you have the front brake pads replaced, have the rear
brakes inspected, too.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.
See “Brake System Inspection” in Section
7 of this
manual under Part C “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections.”
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes
adjust for wear.
If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your
rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by
backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times.
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
the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality
GM brake parts. When you replace parts
of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and
you have to have new ones put in -- be sure
you get new approved
GM replacement parts. If you
don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For
example,
if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The braking
performance you’ve come to expect can change in many
other ways
if someone puts in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
Battery
Every new vehicle has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery.
You never have to add water to one
of these. When it’s
time for a new battery, we recommend an ACDelco
Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement
number shown on the original battery’s label.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or
more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the
battery. This will help keep your battery from
r nin Sown.
A CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Index
for tips on working around
a battery without
getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how
to prepare your vehicle
for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent
Feature’’ in the Index.
Bulb Replacement
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your
GM dealer service department.
Before replacing any bulbs, make sure all lamps are off
and the vehicle
is not running. See “Replacement Bulbs”
in the Index.
Halogen Bulbs
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A CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst
if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions on the bulb package.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Headlamps
Sealed Beam Lamps
1. Remove the four retainer
screws and the retainer.
2. Pull the connector out
and unplug the lamp.
3. Install the new bulb into the connector.
4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the headlamp.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Composite Headlamps 1.
Open the hood.
2. Remove the two screws
from
the sidemarkedturn
signal lamp.
3. Completely remove the sidemarkedturn signal lamp
by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the
sidemarkedturn signal lamp sockets from the lamp.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 4. Remove the screw
located behind the corner reflector in order
to remove the entire corner reflector.
5. Remove the remaining three screws; the first one
from the corner reflector pocket and the two
remaining from the composite assembly.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 6. Remove the composite
assembly.
7. Turn the halogen bulb
toward the left
to
remove from
the assembly.
8. Install the new bulb into the composite assembly
by turning it toward the right until it is
completely tightened.
tightening all
of the screws previously removed.
9. Replace the composite assembly by installing and
Front Turn Signal Lamps
1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the
parkingkurn signal lamp assembly.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
.. .
2.
3.
Remove the lamp
assembly.
Squeeze the tab
on the
side of the lamp socket
while turning the socket
toward
the left.
Pull the socket out
of the lamp assembly.
Pull the bulb from the socket.
Gently push the new bulb into the socket.
Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn
it toward the right until it locks.
Put
the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly back into
the vehicle and tighten the screws.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Taillamps
1. Open the rear door.
2. Remove the two screws
from behind
the door.
3. Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see
the socket.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the taillamp.
Pinch the two tabs on the wiper arm and slide the insert
out
of the blade, Slide the new one in place. Make sure
the tabs are locked into position. See “Normal
Maintenance Replacement Parts”
in the Index for the
proper type
of replacement blade.
Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions
about your tire warranty and where
to obtain service, see
your
GM Warranty booklet for details.
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