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Chevy Astro
Chevy Astro is a mid-sized van manufactured by General Motor’s Chevrolet brand (1985-2005) to compete with the Japanese Toyota Van and Plymouth Voyager/Dodge Caravan twins. Aside from the standard passenger vans, the vehicles are also available as cargo vans.
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Do you have a fuse box diagram for a 1992 ford Van?
fuseb0x diagram 91 ford e150 van
There is a diagram in the owners manual (page 125). Check out
http://vehicleownersmanuals.blogspot.com/ to download it for free.
Where is the fuel reset button on a 1987 Ford econoline royal coach van?
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What could cause a 1997 Cadillac Catera to turn over but not start?
Timing belt has slipped or broken. This happened to my Cat just last week after having put a replacement engine in the month before. I am also being told that the engine is "short throw" and could mean that since the timing belt was thrown, the valves may be bent which means the heads need to be pulled. One repair shop has informed me that in order to test if a valve has bent, they will put compressed air to each cylinder to see if they get pressure loss. If they do the valves are not sealing and are bent. Replacing the timing belt does not guarantee that the engine will run! Just another couple feet dug into this money pit!
water pump will cost about 140 bucks to buy if you are at all mechanical it is an easy do it your self jobremove serpentine belt. remove clutch fan. remove radiator hoses. remove water pump. install new pump. re attach hoses and fam clutch,ansd belt fill with coolant easiest water pump on any vehicle to change
How do you repair a 1995 Chevy Astro which appears to have the injectors stuck open?
You'll need to replace the stuck injector.
Where is the computer located in 2004 Chevy Astro?
The 2004 Chevrolet Astro computer is located behind the passenger side dashboard. You will need to remove the glove compartment to access the computer.
How do you convert motorcycle cc to horsepower?
You don't! Engines of the same size (cc) can have very different power outputs. If you want to know what yours is, you will need to take it somewhere that has a Dynomometer.
Where is the distributor cap on a 1999 Astro van?
UNDER THE CENTER/ CUP HOLDER CONSEL. REMOVE CONSEL DISTRIBUTOR CAP SHOULD BE ON TOP.
What causes a rotten egg smell in a kitchen?
Aside from actual rotten eggs, similar smells can be caused by rotting food of other sorts (caught behind an appliance, perhaps), or a gas leak. the latter is far more likely, and should be checked out by a professional if the odor becomes stronger or persists over a period of time.
Are their bleeder valves on a 1999 Chevy Astro Van for the coolant?
the cooling system is a pressurized system with the radiator cap designed to release pressure and expanded coolant into the overflow can. there is a drain however, look at the bottom of the radiator on the passenger side for a wingnut, loosen it and the coolant flows out.
Your 1998 astro rear heater blows cold air what could be wrong with it and how do you fix it?
On the Astro and Safari vans, there is a vacuum control valve on the engine side of the firewall that controls the flow of water to the rear heater. Looking from the front of the van, it is on the left (passenger) side of the engine about 12 inches below the hood line. When you turn the rear heater on, the valve opens to allow hot water to go to the rear heater. If your van has lost vacuum pressure, the valve will not open properly. You will probably also notice that the airflow director for the front heating/cooling system will not change positions. This loss of vacuum pressure is usually caused by a broken or disconnected vacuum line. Find and repair the break or reconnect the line and this should restore function to both systems. If the airflow director for the front system is working, then the valve itself may have failed. You can either replace the valve. A quick fix is to remove the water lines from both sides of the valve and use a 3/8" plastic connector from the hardware store to connect the two lines. Use two clamps to secure the hoses to the fitting and you should be back in business. For a picture of the valve, go to http://www.napaonline.com and search for part # BK 6601320.
Why does the front end of your 2001 jeep xj shake at 65mph with a 2 inch lift?
The panner bar under the front has too much stress on it and is making your front end jerk from side to side real fast which is causing a shake . You need a drop down bracket for the bar that goes from your fram to your axle on your front suspension ( panner bar ) You can use the one for a 3 " lift it wont hurt anything , just make sure you get your front end aligned after you install it . If you have not had your front end aligned after the lift you need too anyways .
Drivers side under the dash by the emergency brake behind a plastic panel
How do you remove front passenger seat with drawer under it on 2000 astro van?
Ratchet with appropriate deep socket and a universal-joint for the back bolts. Then add a long entension (6"+) behind the universal-joint for the front. There's a small clearance at the top lip of the drawer on each side to access the nuts.
Water inside car on drivers side floor 1986 Lincoln?
something with the AC contact a Lincoln dealer and they can tell you more about what you need to do. you will most likely have to take it to the shop.
How would you disable the air bag on the passenger side of a 1996 Chevy Astro van?
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Unless your vehicle has a selectable feature to disable the passengers side air bag, there is no way to disable �Just� that air bag without danger to the whole restraint system.
- Option 1:
You can disable the whole of the airbag system by simply removing the fuse NOTE: that BOTH air bags will not function if you do this.
- Option 2:
You can follow the manufacturers instructions for replacing the air bag, but do not remove it, leave it in place (I will not give those instructions as they are dangerous). CAUTION: Doing this is a GREAT RISK to Life, Health, and Safety of anyone in the van. This air bag, if disconnected could be �discharged� (it could go off) from static charges, or lightning strikes, or just from heat changes.
- Option 3:
(Suggested) Do not mess with it! If you have a child then place them in the back seats.
Air Bag Information: Air Bags are charged explosives! You heard me right, there are small explosive charges that cause them to inflate. During an accident these forces are miniscule when compared to the effect of two (or more) large metal objects colliding: When not in an accident it is like a balloon tied to a 12 gauge shotgun shell, just a few feet from your face. Now while that thought may be scary, the thought of your face hitting the dash, or steering wheel, with 2 tons of force is not only more scary, it is more deadly. Air Bags when properly installed have almost NO risk of going off on their own, the safety system is very good. When you leave the leads to that explosive dangling loose, or even grounded, you are asking for lots of trouble.
- Option 4:
(Suggested 2) If you remove the fuse and disable the air bag system, you need to install a 5 point racing harness, and new solid seats (to hold it), to keep your face from making a bad impression on your dash. (The cost behind this would be very high).
NOTE: I have worked in the autobody industry a long time (18 years), and yes air bags scare me; but standing in front of a car moving at 30 (or more) miles per hour scares me more � and unless your body is made solid with the car your in, you are no different than any other loose object in the car.
How to install 1985 Astro Van distributor?
you go to www.Astrovan.com than u see the home and clicknew it should show new updats than click on it and it should it
What do the symbols on the dashboard mean On your 1985 astro van?
The yellow covered gas dispenser is an indication of low fuel. The red battery is an indication of a charging system problem. The red high water symbol is an indication of the cooling system overheating.
How do your fix the rear tailgate latch and lock on a 2000 Chevy Blazer?
BLAZER REAR DOOR and HATCH PROBLEM SOLVED If you hear the release motor when you push the button on the rear gate but the hatch or door won't open. . . .by lifting the gate latch on the INSIDE of the car and wedging a stick to hold it open a couple of inches, go out of the car to the back and you can just see the brass lever that releases the hatch. A screwdriver carefully inserted can easily lift the lever and open the gate. There are about 10 or so nuts to unscrew to lift the interior panel off the gate, and the lift latch handle also needs removing (2 screws, philip's head) The only other part that needs loosening are the rods that are secured in the plastic clips, not hard to figure out. Once the panel is removed you can see the mechanism that is spring loaded and it is very likely that this is the part that is broken. If it is not connected to a 2" brass arm, then you need to fix this part as it is the mechanical portion that pulls that lever you had to pop with the scredriver. Sorry I cannot include a picture, but I am on the way to fix that part myself right now on my '96 blazer . . . .
On a Chevy Astro Van how do you remove the engine cover to change plugs?
USUALLY they have a bolt on each side of the engine cover(dog house) it takes a large & long screw driver to reach the screws/bolts(some are 15MM") plus the 2 snap locks toward the back(bottom) of the cover-butt before that TAKE 2 10 MM nuts off under the back(storage) door-they are at 45? angle and some have 2 screws on each side of the cover on top of the dog house-dicconnect the LIGHTER connection first before you take the top cover off.
Second answer:
It is kind of hard to describe, but I will try. 1st- you take of your inner console, you might have a coffee cup holder and glove box on it. this is done by 2 screws at the top left and right side.
2nd- Then if you pull the carpet back at the bottom you will see 2 nuts, you will need a rachet with an extension to get these. Once you have these off pull the console back, unplug any wire harness that might be there. 2nd Now there maybe a heating duct that runs the heat to the floor in front of the engine cover, remove duct by pulling and wiggling it out of position.
3rd -the engine cover is held on by 2 bolts at the top where it attaches to the fire wall, you will need at least 10inches worth of extensions to reach these bolts. These bolts are captive so they stay in place when loosed off.
4th- there are 2 clamps that hold the engine cover at the bottom, between the two front seats, that are held in place by 2 nuts, remove these clamps and engine cover is free. Make sure both seats are slid back as far as they go, then slide the engine cover back and swing it to the drivers side tilt back and the engine covers come out.
AnswerYou don't have to take off the engine cover (My van is a 1996 Astro) to change the spark plugs. Just jack the van up, remove the front tires. Then remove the protective plastic covers from inside the wheel well to expose the sides of the engine. You will need a ratchet with a long extension, a universal knuckle to go the end of your ratchet extension and of course the spark plug socket with the rubber insert (if it is a spark plug socket by design it will automatically have the rubber insert anyway). You can use a regular deep socket if you want but you run the risk of cracking the porcelain insulator on your new plugs when you install them. . AnswerAll of the other answers are good, but I would like to add: Some of the early Astros have the two recessed bolts that are described in the other answers "turned around", as in they are not accessible from the passenger compartment, but rather from under the hood. They are in the same position, just pointing the other way. As far as changing plugs without removing the dog house, you method is good, but I always change the cap, rotor, and wires when I do plugs. I also use premium parts, like from NAPA, and typically see 100k to 150k from them. I usually only change them once in a given vehicle.Answer
Just removed the cover on my 2001 to fix the common vacuum line failure that causes the AC and vent to come only out the defroster vent.
1. Remove the two allen-head screws on the top left and top right side of the center console area. These are hidden behind decorative "buttons".
2. Remove two nuts (mounted horizontally), at the bottom left and bottom right side of the glovebox, right at the floor, just above the carpet. Socket (10mm) with medium extension.
3. You can now pull out the center console. There are four latching points up towards the top of the console, just below the radio. I didn't find anything to be very fragile.
4. Once the console is pulled loose, disconnet the electrical connector and remove the console.
5. Now you're looking at the engine cover. Two 15mm bolts attach the top to the firewall. Use a socket with a long extension. Bolts are captive and won't fall out.
6. Remove the two vertically mounted bolts (and black brackets labelled LH and RH) on the bottom front of the cover that attach it to the floor.
7. Mine has one wire that had to be disconnected from the cover. Cover's now free, pull it back and wrestle it out of the way.
There's your motor! Ironically, I figured i'd change the plugs as long as i had it off, but it sure didn't seem much easier to get to the plugs with the cover off.
Troutrvr32208: The shop that wanted to charge you $440.00 to change the plugs wires and cap should be charged with price gouging and borderline fraud. It would take an experienced mechanic two hours (max) to pull the dog house, remove front tires and replace the cap, wires and plugs, put the dog house back... and less than $50 in parts to do the job in an Astro van. I wouldn't pay more than $150.00.
You don't change the spark plugs by going through the engine housing but through the wheel well.
You need to remove but frontal wheels and lift up the mud flaps to see the exposed spark plug wiring.
Kudos to the individual who posted on how to take the cover off the Astro and to the next person who helped me avoid the spark plug removal.
I needed to remove the cover to fix the notorious a/c vacuum hose.
Both of you save me a considerable amount of time and money. it is because of folks like you that internet self-help is so successful.
dog house removal instructions are in your owner's manual
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You folks have been a big help..went to "Pep Boys" purchased hose and fitting and it worked great..total of 8 bucks...ac running great!!!!!!!!!!!
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Why does a 1997 Chevy Astro van stall every time it rains?
Take off your distr. cap and spray some wd-40 under it. your getting moisture or water in your engine compartment.
Where is the fuel filter located on a Chevy Astro Van V6?
the fuel filter on your astro van is mount along the inside of the frame rail on the driver side(just behind the driver door)under the van. it's a cyliner looking cantainer.
Is there a reason why driver's seats are located on the right side of the car in some countries?
Yes, they drive on the (wrong) or left side of the road. Therefore the drivers position is placed closest to oncoming traffic.
gasket connecting 2 or more solid materials to form a vacuum and pressure seal. the term "blown" indicates a failure in either or both the vacuum (air intake)or pressure (coolant passages)
