Astro/Safari Dealer Information Kits, all years.

[augidog]

I found this resource accidentally, and posted it in a discussion about trim options, but I don't think it should be allowed to fade away. Dealer Information Kits by model year.

Credit goes to GM Heritage Center for this killer collection.

1985 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1986 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1987 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1988 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1989 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1990 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1991 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1992 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1993 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1994 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1995 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1996 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1997 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1998 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
1999 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
2000 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
2001 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
2002 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
2003 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
2004 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
2005 https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf

[ri$e*above]

Great post, great find!

Was looking for torque specs for my 2002 Safari AWD. Was about to shell out for a set of shop manuals on ebay.

[Rod's Trucks]

Although the links referenced above are great information, it is sometimes difficult to read or print; and not particularly convenient when working on the van and needing to reference diagrams etc.
I would strongly recommend watching for a set of shop manuals. They do pop up fairly frequently, and the exact year is not critical ( as long as it is the same generation ).
I found a used set, in slightly used condition, for $20. That was a couple of years ago. I use them regularly...particularly the electrical section.
Trying to follow a wiring diagram is often difficult when you are having to flip pages in printed manual. I cannot imagine trying that on a computer screen!
Rod J

[augidog]

definitely ^that^

I love these documents, tons of useful and fun info. but, my FSM's were in my hands before my van was even delivered. $30 on eBay for an almost-pristine set.

[ri$e*above]

The cheapest I could find the 2 shop manuals for my 2002 Safari on ebay was $200

I was thinking of getting a different year (same gen) FSM, but wasn't sure because of certain things being different like the EGR delete, multipoint fuel injection etc etc.

I have a big old beat up tablet that i usually use for maintenance work. I take a pic of the page on the website or send the file to it, then use the tablet when working. Not ideal tho, and I definitely prefer the book in hand way.

Maybe it's time to put up a post in the wanted section.

[augidog]

holy moly, you're right...2002 is expensive!

I do the tablet n picture thing quite often, it's an eyesight issue, but I'd hate to have to rely on it for everything.

[Ironsides]

Thanks for posting this. I bookmarked the 2001.
I actually learned some things I hadn't known.
I have 1999 Service Manuals, the 2001 isn't much different, tow stuff, minor things. I got my set for $15!!!

[AstroWill]

The cheapest I could find the 2 shop manuals for my 2002 Safari on ebay was $200 :shock:

Grab the GM Techline eSI(links in sig), it's the digital FSM, covers everything for your year, and many others.

[markmitch]

If you change the year of Astro it will show specs for any year.
https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf

I used it to figure out if my 89 can be towed on a car dolly after removing rear drive shaft. Mark

[AstroOafAdventurer]

I recall finding that some time ago, maybe from GM's website but I don't recall.
Here's for the 97
https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/g ... ro-Van.pdf
It's probably shortening the link, but here it is again
gmheritagecenter.com/docs/gm-heritage-archive/vehicle-information-kits/AstroVan/1997-Chevrolet-Astro-Van.pdf
That's the year you want to change.