2001 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual
Year:
2001
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Astro
Rating:
Table of Contents
2001 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual
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24-hour Roadside Assistance
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Copyright General Motors Corp. 2000
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Table of Contents:
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1. Seats and Restraint Sysstems
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2. Features and Controls
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3. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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4. Your Driving and the Road
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5. Problems on the Road
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6. Service and Appearance Care
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7. Maintenance Schedule
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8. Customer Assistance Information
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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:
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How to Use this Manual
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
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Vehicle Symbols
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Model Reference
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Service Station Guide
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
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Seats and Seat Controls
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Manual Front Seats
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2-Way Front Seat
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Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)
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Power Seat (If Equipped)
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Reclining Seatbacks
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Head Restraints
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Seatback Latches
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Rear Seats
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Bucket Seats (If Equipped)
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Bench Seats
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Removing the Rear Seats
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Replacing the Rear Seats
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Safety Belts: They re for Everyone
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Why Safety Belts Work
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answes
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
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Adults
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Driver Position
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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Right Front Passenger Position
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Air Bag System
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How the Air Bag System Works
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Where are the air bags?
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When should an air bag inflate?
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What makes an air bag inflate?
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How does an air bag restrain?
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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Rear Seat Passengers
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Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
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Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat)
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Lap Belt
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Children
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Infants and Young Children (Except Cargo Vans)
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Infants and Young Children (Cargo Vans)
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Restraint Systems for Children
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Where to Put the Restraint (Except Cargo Vans)
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Where to Put the Restraint (Cargo Vans)
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Top Strap
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (Bench Seat)
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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Older Children
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Safety Belt Extender
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Section 2 Features and Controls
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Windows
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Express- Down Window
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Keys
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Front Doors
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Rear Doors
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Door Locks
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Power Door Locks (If Equipped)
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Programmable Automatic Door Locks
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Leaving Your Vehicle
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Remote Panic Alarm
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Resynchronization
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Sliding Door
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Sliding Door Security Lock
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Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock
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Hatch
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Hatch Release
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Theft
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Key in the Ignition
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Parking at Night
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Parking Lots
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Passlock
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New Vehicle Break-In
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Ignition Positions
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
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Starting Your Engine
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Fuel Regulator
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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
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Automatic Transmission Operation
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Tow/Haul Mode Selector Switch
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Parking Brake
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Shifting Into PARK (P)
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
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Torque Lock
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Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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Parking Over Things That Burn
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Engine Exhaust
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Running Your Engine While You re Parked
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Locking Rear Axle (If Equipped)
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All-Wheel Drive (Option)
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Horn
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Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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Turn and Lane Change Signals
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Turn Signal On Chime
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
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Flash-to-Pass
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Windshield Wipers
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Windshield Washer
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Setting Cruise Control
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Resuming a Set Speed
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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
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Using Cruise Control on Hills
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Ending Cruise Control
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Erasing Speed Memory
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Exterior Lamps
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Automatic Headlamp System
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Lamps On Reminder
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Daytime Running Lamps
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Interior Lamps
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Instrument Panel Intensity Control
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Exit Lighting
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Illuminated Entry
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Dome Lamps
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Battery Run-Down Protection
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Mirrors
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Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
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Outside Manual Adjust Mirror
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Power Remote Control Mirror (If Equipped)
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Convex Outside Mirror
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Storage Compartments
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Overhead Console (Option)
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Reading Lamps
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Installing a Garage Door Opener
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Driver Information System (If Equipped)
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Sunglasses Storage Compartment
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Convenience Net (Option)
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Luggage Carrier (Option)
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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
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Sun Visors
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Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
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Accessory Power Outlets
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HomeLink Transmitter (Option)
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Programming the Transmitter
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Operating the Transmitter
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Training a Garage Opener with aRolling Code Feature (If Equipped)
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Erasing Channels
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Accessories
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The Instrument Panel Your Information System
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Instrument Panel Cluster
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Speedometer and Odometer
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Trip Odometer
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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Charging System Indicator Light
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Voltmeter
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Brake System Warning Light
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)
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If the Light Is Flashing
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If the Light Is On Steady
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
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Oil Pressure Gage
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Security Light
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Service AWD Light (If Equipped)
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Tow/Haul Light
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Check Gages Light
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Fuel Gage
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Low Fuel Light
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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Comfort Controls
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Heating/Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)
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Fan Knob
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Temperature Knob
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Function Knob
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Heating System
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Fan Knob
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Temperature Knob
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Function Knob
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Rear Heating System (Option)
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Rear Air Conditioning System (Option)
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Air Conditioning
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Heating
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Defrosting
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Rear Window Defogger (Option)
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Ventilation System
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Ventilation Tips
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Audio Systems
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Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button
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Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons
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AM-FM Stereo
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped)
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Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)
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Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)
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Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature
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Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss
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Disabling the Theft- Deterrent Feature
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Understanding Radio Reception
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AM
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FM Stereo
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Tips About Your Audio System
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Care of Your Compact Discs
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Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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Fixed Mast Antenna
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
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Defensive Driving
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Drunken Driving
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Control of a Vehicle
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Braking
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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
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Using Anti- Lock
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Braking in Emergencies
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Steering
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Power Steering
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Steering Tips
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Driving on Curves
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Steering in Emergencies
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Off-Road Recovery
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Passing
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Loss of Control
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Skidding
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Driving at Night
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
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Hydroplaning
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Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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Driving Through Flowing Water
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Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
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City Driving
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Freeway Driving
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
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Highway Hypnosis
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Hill and Mountain Roads
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Winter Driving
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Driving on Snow or Ice
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If You re Caught in a Blizzard
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Recreational Vehicle Towing
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Loading Your Vehicle
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Payload
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Trailering Package
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Add-On Equipment
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Towing a Trailer
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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
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Tow/Haul Mode
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Weight of the Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
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Hitches
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Safety Chains
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Trailer Brakes
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Driving with a Trailer
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Following Distance
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Passing
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Backing Up
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Making Turns
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
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Driving On Grades
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Parking on Hills
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When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
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Maintenance When Trailer Towing
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Trailer Wiring Harness
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Section 5 Problems on the Road
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Hazard Warning Flashers
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Other Warning Devices
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Jump Starting
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Towing Your Vehicle
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Engine Overheating
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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Cooling System
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
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Engine Fan Noise
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If a Tire Goes Flat
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Changing a Flat Tire
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Removing the Wheel Covers
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
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Compact Spare Tire
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If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
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Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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Service
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Doing Your Own Service Work
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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Fuel
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
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Filling Your Tank
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container
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Checking Things Under the Hood
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Hood Release
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Engine Compartment Overview
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Engine Oil
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Checking Engine Oil
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When to Add Engine Oil
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
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Engine Oil Additives
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When to Change Engine Oil
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What to Do with Used Oil
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Engine Cover
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Removing the Engine Cover
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Installing the Engine Cover
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
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When to Check and Change
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How to Check
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Checking the Fluid Level
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How to Add Fluid
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All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
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Transfer Case
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When to Check Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Front Axle
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When to Check and Change Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Rear Axle
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When to Check and Change Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Engine Coolant
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What to Use
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Checking Coolant
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Adding Coolant
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Radiator Pressure Cap
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Power Steering Fluid
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When to Check Power Steering Fluid
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
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What to Use
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Windshield Washer Fluid
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What to Use
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Adding Washer Fluid
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Brakes
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Brake Fluid
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Checking Brake Fluid
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What to Add
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Brake Wear
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Brake Pedal Travel
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Brake Adjustment
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Replacing Brake System Parts
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Battery
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Vehicle Storage
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Bulb Replacement
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Halogen Bulbs
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Headlamps
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Sealed Beam Lamps
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Composite Headlamps
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Front Turn Signal Lamps
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Taillamps
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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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Tires
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Inflation -- Tire Pressure
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When to Check
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How to Check
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
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When It s Time for New Tires
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Buying New Tires
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
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Treadwear
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Traction AA, A, B, C
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Temperature A, B, C
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
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Wheel Replacement
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Used Replacement Wheels
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Tire Chains
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Appearance Care
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Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
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Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric
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Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
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Cleaning Vinyl
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Cleaning Leather
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Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
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Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
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Care of Safety Belts
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Cleaning Glass Surfaces
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Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades
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Weatherstrips
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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Washing Your Vehicle
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Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
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Finish Care
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Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
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Cleaning Tires
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Sheet Metal Damage
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Finish Damage
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Underbody Maintenance
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Chemical Paint Spotting
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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Engine Identification
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Service Parts Identification Label
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Electrical System
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Add-On Electrical Equipment
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Headlamp Wiring
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Windshield Wiper Fuses
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Power Windows and Other Power Options
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
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Underhood Electrical Center
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Replacement Bulbs
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Capacities and Specifications
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Engine Specifications
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Wheel Nut Torque
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Cooling System Capacity
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Crankcase Capacity
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Fuel Tank Capacity
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Transmission Capacity
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Front Axle Capacity
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Rear Axle Capacity
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Vehicle Dimensions*
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Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
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Introduction
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Your Vehicle and the Environment
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Maintenance Requirements
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How This Section is Organized
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
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Using Your Maintenance Schedule
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Selecting the Right Schedule
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Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals
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Short Trip/City Intervals
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Long Trip/Highway Definition
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Long Trip/Highway Intervals
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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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Footnotes
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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
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At Each Fuel Fill
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Engine Oil Level Check
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Engine Coolant Level Check
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Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
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At Least Once a Month
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Tire Inflation Check
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At Least Twice a Year
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Restraint System Check
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Wiper Blade Check
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Spare Tire Check
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Weatherstrip Lubrication
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Automatic Transmission Check
365
At Least Once a Year
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Key Lock Cylinders Service
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Body Lubrication Service
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Starter Switch Check
366
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
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Ignition Transmission Lock Check
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Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check
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Underbody Flushing Service
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
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Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
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Exhaust System Inspection
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Engine Cooling System Inspection
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Throttle System Inspection
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Transfer Case and Front Axle (All- Wheel Drive) Inspection
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Brake System Inspection
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
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Part E: Maintenance Record
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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure
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Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
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Customer Assistance Offices
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United States
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Canada
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Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)
380
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
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Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
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Canadian Roadside Assistance
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Courtesy Transportation
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Plan Ahead When Possible
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Transportation Options
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Shuttle Service
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Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
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Courtesy Rental Vehicle
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Additional Program Information
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Warranty Information
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS
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2001 Chevrolet Astro Overview
Introduction
The 2001 Chevrolet Astro is a versatile and reliable van designed to cater to both families and commercial needs. Known for its sturdy construction and spacious interior, the Astro offers a blend of functionality and comfort. With a reputation built on dependability, this model remains a popular choice for those seeking a practical yet stylish means of transportation.
Powertrains
The 2001 Astro is equipped with a robust 4.3-liter V6 engine that delivers a solid performance, producing 190 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain ensures that the van is capable of handling a variety of driving conditions, while the standard rear-wheel drive offers enhanced stability. Optionally, the Astro also provides an all-wheel-drive configuration, making it a capable vehicle for handling adverse weather and off-road terrain.
Trims
Features
Built for versatility, the 2001 Astro offers an impressive range of features designed for modern convenience. Notable amenities include a spacious cabin with seating for up to eight passengers, ample cargo space, and optional rear air conditioning for passenger comfort. Standard safety features include anti-lock brakes and driver-side airbags, contributing to a safe driving experience.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2001 Chevrolet Astro serves as a comprehensive guide for responsibilities concerning maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of the vehicle. It provides valuable information on essential topics, such as recommended fluid types, tire pressures, and service intervals, ensuring that owners have all the necessary tools to keep their Astro running smoothly for years to come.
User manual download
The Chevrolet Astro owner manual for the 2001 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2001 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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