What kind of engine does a Chevy Astro have?
All vans were equipped with a four-speed automatic and a choice of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The 190 hp 4.3-liter V6 was overhauled for 1996 to deliver better fuel economy as the van’s official rating went up to 15 MPG city and 20 MPG highway compared to the old model’s ratings of 14 MPG city and 17 MPG highway.
What are the specs of a GM 4.3 liter V6?
GM 4.3L V6 Vortec LU3 Engine Specs. Type: 4.3L Gen1e V6 (LU3) Displacement: 4300cc (262 ci) Engine Orientation: Longitudinal. Compression ratio: 9.2:1.
How big is the exhaust pipe in a GM 4.3L V6?
47.45 Vortec – Engine Block to MANUAL Transmission Bolts Type: Bolt Head: Hexagon Exhaust Manifold To Cylinder Head 22 264 29.83 Vortec – Exhaust Manifold – 2 Steps: 11 FtLbs; 22 FtLbs Type: Bolt Exhaust Pipe To Exhaust Manifold 20 240 27.12 Vortec – Exhaust Pipe to Exhaust Manifold Nuts
When did the Chevy Astro passenger van come out?
From 1996 until 2000 the Chevrolet Astro passenger van came in base, LS and LT trim lines. From 2001 until 2005 there were no trim levels as the Astro came as a singular model.
Engine 00 2000 Chevy Astro 4.3L V6 Motor 179K Miles Nice! (Fits: Chevrolet Astro) Only 1 left!
What causes a Chevy 4.3 engine to stall?
Lack of oil will cause a knocking sound in the engine, stalling, poor acceleration and eventually engine break down. Lack of transmission fluid, battery fluids, radiator and cooling system fluids can all cause symptoms that mimic bad idle air control valves and throttle control switches.
Why does my GM 4.3L engine not start?
No Start Condition Basics There are three very basic components that the engine, in your GM vehicle, needs to start and they are: Air, Fuel and Spark. When your 4.3L, 5.0L or 5.7L GM vehicle cranks but does not start, it’s because one of these components is missing from the mix.
What causes a car to have a no start condition?
The engine pistons and valves (and all the other related components like: timing chains, etc.) are the ones responsible for the induction of the fresh air the engine needs for the combustion process. Although rare, internal engine mechanical problems can and do cause no-start conditions. Blown head gasket. Blown engine. 4.)