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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> Condenser, Replace -> 1.6L & 2.0L Engines -> 2.5L Engine -> 2001 -> 2002 -> Astro & Safari -> Aztek -> Bravada, S & T Series -> C & K Series -> G Series -> Montana, Silhouette & Venture -> Rendezvous -> Tracker -> Vue
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

Astro & Safari
  • Remove air cleaner.
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove grille and front end panel.
  • Disconnect radiator tie bar support at top.
  • Disconnect refrigerant lines from condenser. Cap lines and fittings to prevent dirt or moisture from entering system.
  • Remove center support bracket.
  • Remove condenser.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Aztek
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Remove cooling fans with cooling fan shroud.
  • Remove radiat...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Drum Brakes -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> General System -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

General System

  • Inspect components for damage or unusual wear. Replace as required.
  • Inspect backing plate mounting bolts and ensure they are tight.
  • Inspect wheel cylinders. Excessive fluid indicates cup leakage and need for wheel cylinder replacement. Slight amount of fluid is always present and is considered normal, acting as lubricant for cylinder pistons.
  • Check adjuster screw operation. If satisfactory, lightly lubricate adjusting screw and washer with suitable brake lube. If operation is unsatisfactory, replace.
  • C clean rust and dirt from shoe contact surfaces on backing plate using fi...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1992-05 Astro & Safari Vans -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Replace ever...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

Front

The driveline components in this vehicle are factory system-balanced. System balance provides a smoother running driveline operation. Observe the position of all the driveline components. Accurately mark the relationship of the components before removal. These components include the propeller shafts, the drive axles, the pinion flanges, and the output shafts. All components must be reassembled in the exact relationship to each other as they were before removal. Follow the specifications, the torque values, and any measurements made prior to disassembly in order to maint...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

Upon removal of starter, note if any shims are used. If shims are used, they should be installed in their original locations. After installation, if starter is noisy during cranking, remove one .015 inch double shim or add one .015 inch single shim to the outer bolt. If starter makes a high pitched whine after firing, add .015 inch double shims until noise ceases.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • R...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Service Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Passenger Compartment Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Astro  4.3 V6 GASPassenger Compartment Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Left Rear Door Speaker
  • Left Rear Speaker
  • Splice S-319
  • Splice S-320
  • Splice S-321
  • Body Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Astro  4.3 V6 GASBody Diagram for 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • EVAP Vent Solenoid
  • Fuel Filter
  • Left Hand Frame Rail
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Chevrolet Astro  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Body Control Module
  • Security
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Passlock Sensor
  • 2001 Chevrolet Astro  4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Transfer Case Shift Control Module
  • Body Control Module
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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