1998 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual - Page 376

At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built-in child restraint system parts.If you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built-in child restraint system fromdoing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts or harness straps replaced. Also look forany opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Automatic lkansmission Check Check the transmission fluidlevel; add if needed. See "Automatic Transmission''in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. At Least Once aYear Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lockcylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges, the body hood, fuel door and rear compartment hinges, latches and locks including interior glove box and console doors, and any moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever pivot and prop rod pivot. PartD tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper bladesfor wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see "Wiper Blades, Cleaning" in the Index. 7-42