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CHEV-USA
Chevrolet Blazer
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Service and Appearance Care
Customer Assistance Information
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual
About Driving Your Vehicle
How to Use this Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
For example, these symbols are used on an original battery
Vehicle Symbols
Service Station Guide
Seats and Restraint Systems
Manual Front Seat
Seats and Seat Controls
Manual Lumbar Support If Equipped
Power Seats If Equipped
Memory Seat If Equipped
Power Lumbar Control If Equipped
Heated Front Seats If Equipped
Reclining Front Seatbacks
Head Restraints
Easy Entry Seat 2-Door Models
Seatback Latches
Rear Seats
Safety Belts Theyre for Everyone
Why Safety Belts Work
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Adults
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
Lap-Shoulder Belt
Driver Position
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Whats wrong with this?
Belt is buckled in the wrong place
Whats wrong with this?
Belt is twisted across the body
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Air Bag System
Right Front Passenger Position
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How the Air Bag System Works
Where are the air bags?
When should an air bag inflate?
How does an air bag restrain?
What makes an air bag inflate?
What will you see after an air bag inflates?
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Lap Belt
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Passengers
Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Door Models
Center Rear Passenger Position
Infants and Young Children
Children
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Restraint Systems for Children
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How do child restraints work?
Where to Put the Restraint
Top Strap
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
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Older Children
What is the proper way to wear safety belts?
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
Safety Belt Extender
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
Features and Controls
Windows
Manual Windows
Power Windows If Equipped
Swing-Out Windows 2-Door Only
Lockout Switch
Express-Down Window
Keys
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Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks If Equipped
Power Door Locks If Equipped
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Lockout Prevention
Rear Door Security Lock If Equipped
Leaving Your Vehicle
Keyless Entry System If Equipped
Remote Panic Alarm
Battery Replacement
Operation
Matching Transmitters to Your Vehicle
Resynchronization
Endgate Release
Endgate/Liftgate
Liftgate Release
Remote Rear Glass Release
Endgate-Mounted Spare
Emergency Release for Opening Endgate/Liftgate
Key in the Ignition
Theft
Parking at Night
Parking Lots
Content Theft-Deterrent If Equipped
PasslockR
Testing the Alarm
Ignition Positions
New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
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Starting Your Engine
Retained Accessory Power RAP
Key Release Button
Automatic Transmission
Manual Transmission
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped
Automatic Transmission Operation
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Manual Transmission Operation
Tow/Haul Selector Switch If Equipped
Speed
Shift Light If Equipped
Four-Wheel Drive If Equipped
Shifting from 2HI to 4HI
Electronic Transfer Case If Equipped
Shifting from 4HI to 2HI
Shifting from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO
Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI
Automatic Transfer Case If Equipped
Shifting to 4HI or Auto 4WD
Shifting to 4LO
Shifting to 2HI
Shifting Out of 4LO
Shifting Out of Neutral
Shifting to Neutral
Parking Brake
Column Shift Lever
Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission Only
Console Shift Lever
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Torque Lock Automatic Transmission
Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Models Only
Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission Only
Engine Exhaust
Parking Over Things That Burn
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Horn
Locking Rear Axle
Tilt Wheel If Equipped
Turn and Lane Change Signals
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Turn Signal On Chime
Flash-to-Pass
Windshield Washer
Windshield Wipers
Rear Window Washer/Wiper
Cruise Control If Equipped
Resuming a Set Speed
Setting Cruise Control
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Using Cruise Control on Hills
Automatic Headlamp System
Exterior Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps
Lamps On Reminder
Fog Lamps If Equipped
Brightness Control
Interior Lamps
Illuminated Entry
Exit Lighting
Front Map Lamps If Equipped
Battery Run-Down Protection
Dome Lamps
Electrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview
Mirrors
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror Mirror If Equipped
Cleaning the Photocells
Time Delay
Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped
Outside Manual Adjust Mirror
Convex Outside Mirror
Electrochromic Outside Rearview Mirror If Equipped
Storage Compartments
Power Folding Mirrors If Equipped
Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors If Equipped
Glove Box
Reading Lamps
Overhead Console If Equipped
Installing a Garage Door Opener
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Driver Information System If Equipped
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Door Storage
Front Storage Area If Equipped
Sunglasses Storage Compartment
Convenience Net If Equipped
Rear Convenience System If Equipped
Cargo Cover If Equipped
Cargo Tie Downs
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Luggage Carrier Option
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Sun Visors
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Visor Vanity Mirror
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror If Equipped
Accessory Inflator If Equipped
Accessory Power Outlets
OnStarR System If Equipped
OnStar Services Button Press this button once
Safety and Security Services
OnStar System Limitations
Premium Services Includes Safety and Security Services
HomeLinkR Transmitter If Equipped
Sunroof If Equipped
Full-Size Console
Programming the Transmitter
Operating the Transmitter
Erasing Channels
Accessories
Instrument Panel--Your Information System
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Optional Automatic Transmission Cluster, Canada similar
Tachometer If Equipped
Speedometer and Odometer
Trip Odometer
Safety Belt Reminder Light
Air Bag Readiness Light
Voltmeter Gage
Charging System Indicator Light
Brake System Warning Light
Shift Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
See ªEngine Overheatingº in the Index for more information
If the Light Is Flashing
If the Light Is On Steady
Oil Pressure Gage
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
Security Light
Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light If Equipped
Check Gages Light
Tow/Haul Mode Light If Equipped
Gate Ajar Light Fuel Gage
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Low Fuel Light
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
Mode Knob
Temperature Knob
Comfort Controls
Standard Climate Control System
Electronic Climate Control System If Equipped
Mode Knob Automatic Operation
Mode Knob Manual Operation
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Heating
Air Conditioning
Defogging and Defrosting
Rear Window Defogger If Equipped
Ventilation Tips
Ventilation System
Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons
Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button
Audio Systems
Playing the Radio
AM-FM Stereo
Finding a Station
Adjusting the Speakers
Setting the Tone
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped
Playing a Cassette Tape
CD Adapter Kits
Finding a Station
Auto Tone
Adjusting the Speakers
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player BoseR If Equipped
Rear Dspl Vehicles with Rear Seat Audio
Setting the Tone
Playing a Cassette Tape
CD Adapter Kits
Playing the Radio
Setting the Tone
Playing a Compact Disc
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player BoseR If Equipped
Finding a Station
Setting the Tone
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Remote Cassette Tape Player If Equipped
Rear Seat Audio RSA If Equipped
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Console-Mounted CD Changer If Equipped
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Compact Disc Changer Errors
Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature If Equipped
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss
Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped
Tips About Your Audio System
Understanding Radio Reception
FM Stereo
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
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Care of Your Compact Disc Player
Care of Your Compact Discs
Fixed Mast Antenna
Your Driving and the Road
Driver Behavior
Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle
Driving Environment
Defensive Driving
Vehicle Design
Drunken Driving
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Braking
Control of a Vehicle
Anti-Lock Brakes ABS
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Steering
Power Steering
Braking in Emergencies
Steering Tips
Steering in Emergencies
Off-Road Recovery
Passing
Skidding
Loss of Control
Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
Before You Go Off-Roading
Traveling to Remote Areas
Environmental Concerns
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
Scanning the Terrain
Approaching a Hill
Driving on Off-Road Hills
Driving Uphill
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Driving Downhill
Am I likely to stall when going downhill?
Driving Across an Incline
Stalling on an Incline
Driving in Water
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
After Off-Road Driving
Driving at Night
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Hydroplaning
Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
City Driving
Freeway Driving
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids Have you checked all levels?
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Hill and Mountain Roads
Highway Hypnosis
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Driving on Snow or Ice
Winter Driving
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If Youre Caught in a Blizzard
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Automatic Transfer Case
Loading Your Vehicle
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Electronic Level Control If Equipped
Payload
Add-On Equipment
Towing a Trailer
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If You Do Decide To Pull a Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
Safety Chains
Total Weight on Your Vehicles Tires
Hitches
Trailer Brakes
Driving with a Trailer
Passing
Following Distance
Backing Up
Making Turns
Driving On Grades
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
Parking on Hills
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
Trailer Wiring Harness
Problems on the Road
Hazard Warning Flashers
Jump Starting
Other Warning Devices
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Jumper Cable Removal
Engine Overheating
Towing Your Vehicle
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
Cooling System
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
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If a Tire Goes Flat
Engine Fan Noise
Changing a Flat Tire
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing Spare Tire
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
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Compact Spare Tire If Equipped
If Youre Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Using the Recovery Hooks
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Service and Appearance Care
Doing Your Own Service Work
Service
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
Fuel
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
Filling Your Tank
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Checking Things Under the Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
Hood Release
Engine Compartment Overview
Checking Engine Oil
Engine Oil
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
When to Add Engine Oil
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Engine Oil Additives
When to Change Engine Oil
Remote Oil Filter Four-Wheel Drive
What to Do with Used Oil
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Check
When to Check and Change
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Checking the Fluid Level
How to Add Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid
When to Check
How to Check and Add Fluid
When to Check and What to Use
Hydraulic Clutch
Four-Wheel Drive
Rear Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant
How to Check Lubricant
Front Axle
What to Use
Engine Coolant
What to Use
Adding Coolant
Checking Coolant
Radiator Pressure Cap
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid
Brake Fluid
Brakes
What to Add
Checking Brake Fluid
Brake Wear
Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Adjustment
Replacing Brake System Parts
Vehicle Storage
Battery
High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting
Bulb Replacement
Halogen Bulbs
One-Piece Composite Headlamp System
Headlamps
Two-Piece Composite Headlamp System
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One-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamp Assembly
Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamp Assembly
Taillamps
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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Tires
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
How to Check
When to Check
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
Tire Inspection and Rotation
When Its Time for New Tires
Buying New Tires
Treadwear
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Traction --AA, A, B, C
Temperature --A, B, C
Wheel Replacement
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
Used Replacement Wheels
Tire Chains
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Appearance Care
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric
Cleaning Leather
Cleaning Vinyl
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Care of Safety Belts
Weatherstrips
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle
Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped
Sheet Metal Damage
Finish Damage
Underbody Maintenance
Chemical Paint Spotting
Part Number Size Description Usage
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Vehicle Identification Number VIN
Service Parts Identification Label
Engine Identification
Electrical System
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Name Usage
LD LEV
Engine Compartment Fuse Block Vehicles with HID Headlamps
LT LOW
Ldlev
Capacities and Specifications
Replacement Bulbs
Wheels and Tires
Capacities
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Height
Vehicle Dimensions
Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Maintenance Requirements
Your Vehicle and the Environment
How This Section is Organized
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part a Scheduled Maintenance Services
Selecting the Right Schedule
Short Trip/City Intervals
Short Trip/City Definition
Long Trip/Highway Definition
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
Footnotes
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Miles 10 000 km
Miles 5 000 km
12,000 Miles 20 000 km
Miles 15 000 km
15,000 Miles 25 000 km
An Emission Control Service. See footnote
21,000 Miles 35 000 km
18,000 Miles 30 000 km
27,000 Miles 45 000 km
24,000 Miles 40 000 km
30,000 Miles 50 000 km
36,000 Miles 60 000 km
33,000 Miles 55 000 km
42,000 Miles 70 000 km
39,000 Miles 65 000 km
45,000 Miles 75 000 km
50,000 Miles 83 000 km
48,000 Miles 80 000 km
54,000 Miles 90 000 km
51,000 Miles 85 000 km
60,000 Miles 100 000 km
57,000 Miles 95 000 km
63,000 Miles 105 000 km
69,000 Miles 115 000 km
66,000 Miles 110 000 km
75,000 Miles 125 000 km
72,000 Miles 120 000 km
75,000 Miles 125 000 km
78,000 Miles 130 000 km
84,000 Miles 140 000 km
81,000 Miles 135 000 km
90,000 Miles 150 000 km
87,000 Miles 145 000 km
93,000 Miles 155 000 km
99,000 Miles 165 000 km
96,000 Miles 160 000 km
150,000 Miles 240 000 km
100,000 Miles 166 000 km
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Miles 12 500 km
15,000 Miles 25 000 km
22,500 Miles 37 500 km
30,000 Miles 50 000 km
37,500 Miles 62 500 km
52,500 Miles 87 500 km
60,000 Miles 100 000 km
67,500 Miles 112 500 km
75,000 Miles 125 000 km
82,500 Miles 137 500 km
90,000 Miles 150 000 km
97,500 Miles 162 500 km
100,000 Miles 166 000 km
At Each Fuel Fill
Part B Owner Checks and Services
At Least Once a Month
Restraint System Check
At Least Twice a Year
Wiper Blade Check
Spare Tire Check
At Least Once a Year
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
Starter Switch Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Underbody Flushing Service
Exhaust System Inspection
Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Throttle System Inspection
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Transfer Case and Front Axle Four-Wheel Drive Inspection
Brake System Inspection
Usage FLUID/LUBRICANT
Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Friction modifier
Usage FLUID/LUBRICANT
Part E Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record
Customer Assistance Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
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Customer Assistance Offices
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users
United States
Canada
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
Canadian Roadside Assistance
Shuttle Service
Plan Ahead When Possible
Courtesy Transportation
Transportation Options
Additional Program Information
Warranty Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
Chevrolet Service Publications Ordering Information
Order Toll Free