radiator CHEVROLET BLAZER 1996 2.G User Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Checking Coolant
When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at
ADD, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the
level should be up
to FULL HOT, or a little higher.
Adding Coolant
If you need more coolant, add
the proper mix at the
coolant
recovery tank.
A CAUTION:
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lbrning the radiator pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam
and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you
badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will
almost never have to add coolant at the radiator.
Never turn the radiator pressure cap
-- even a
little -- when the engine and radiator are hot.
Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not
to spill it.
A CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will
burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine.
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NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to
prevent coolant
loss and possible engine damage
from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator
filler neck.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat
in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the
flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant
reaches a preset temperature.
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Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add
washer fluid until the tank
is full.
NOTICE:
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When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
adding water.
Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer
fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and
other parts of the washer system. Also,
water doesn’t clean as well
as washer fluid.
Fill your washer fluid tank only
3/4 full
when it’s very cold. This allows for
expansion, which could damage the tank if
it is completely full.
Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your
windshield washer.
It can damage your
washer system and paint.
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1. Open the hood. removal pins at the top
of the radiator support.
Use a hex socket
to
unscrew the pins.
3. Pull the headlamp lens
assembly out. (Some
vehicles may have
side-by-side bulbs.)
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4. Unplug the electrical connector.
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1. Remove the lens retaining screws.
2. Remove the sidemarker lens from the radiator grille.
3. Turn the bulb and socket one-quarter turn
4. Remove the bulb and socket from the lens.
5. Install the new bulb and socket to the sidemarker lens.
6. Rotate the bulb and socket one-quarter turn clockwise.
7. Install the sidemarker lens to the radiator grille.
8. Insert the tabs into the locators.
counterclockwise.
9. Install and
tighten the screws.
Taillamps
1. Open the endgate.
2. Remove the two screws
from the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the assembly away from me fender.
4. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it. Push
the tab
in while you turn the socket
counterclockwise.
5. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
6. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until
it clicks.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
100,000 Miles (166 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system
(or every
60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See “Engine
Coolant”
in the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap and neck. Pressure test
cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service. 3-
0 Inspect spark plug wires.
0 Replace spark plugs.
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and
filter
if the vehicle is mainly driven under
one or more of these conditions:
An Emission Control Service.
An Emission Control Service.
- In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90 OF
(32°C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or
delivery service.
Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, the fluid andjilter do not
require changing.
Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change.
0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(Pcv) valve.
An Emission Control Service.
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0 Check readfront axle fluid level ana aaa
fluid as needed. Check constant velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking.**
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement. Refer
to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km)
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system
(or every
60 months since last service,
whichever occurs first). See “Engine
Coolant’’ in
the Index for what to use.
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the
cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect spark plug wires.
0 Replace spark plugs.
An Emission Control Service.
An Emission Control Service.
(Continued)
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Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring and fall). You should let your
GM dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found
in a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications”
in the Index.
Steering and Suspension Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near
the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which could
cause a heat build-up
in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in
the Index.
Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed.
Throttle Linkage Inspection
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding,
and for damage or missing parts. Replace parts
as
needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise
control cables.
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Heating
........................................ 3-3
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-37
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-38
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-50
Horn
......................................... 2-35
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6- 18
Hydroplaning .................................. 4-33
Hood
.......................................... 6-7
Ignition Positions
.............................. 2- I I
Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-41
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
................. 2-47
Inspections Brakesystem
................................ 7-52
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-5 1
Radiator and Heater Hose ...................... 7-51
Steering
.................................... 7-51
Suspension
.................................. 7-51
Throttle Linkage .............................. 7-5 1
Transfer Case ................................ 7-52
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-60
Cleaning
.................................... 6-51
Cluster
..................................... 2-62
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-59
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-45
Jacking Equipment
............................. 5-22
Jump Starting
................................... 5-2
Key in the Ignition ............................. 2-10
Keyless Entry System
............................ 2-5
Key Lock Cylinders Service
...................... 7-48
Key Release Button
.............................
Labels Certificationflire
............................. 4-44
Fuse
....................................... 6-60
Safety Belt
.................................. 1-46
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-57
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-57
Lamps
........................................ 2-43
Dome
...................................... 2-46
FrontMap
................................... 2-46
Front Reading
........................... 2.45, 2.49
Interior
..................................... 2-45
OnReminder
................................ 2-44
Latches. Seatback
................................ 1-5
Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-4
Leaving Your Vehicle
with the Engine Running ....... 2-29
Lights
Lighter
....................................... 2-58
Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-19,
2-66
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-68. 4-6
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-67
Charging System
............................. 2-66
Daytime Running
Lamps Indicator ............... 2-73
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-7, 2-65
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-69
Shift
.................................. 2-20. 2-73
CheckGages ................................ 2-74
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Park c
Automatic Transmission ....................... 2- 16
Shifting Into ................................. 2-27
Shifting Out of
................................ 2-30
AtNight
.................................... 2-10
Brake
.................................. 2-26, 7-50
Lots
....................................... 2-10
On Hills with a Trailer ......................... 4-54
over Things That Burn .................. : ....... 2-3 1
Your Vehicle, Manual Transmission ............... 2-3 1
Passing ....................................... 4-11
Payload
........................................ 4-46
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
.................. 7-5 1
Power
Acces'sory Outlet
............................. 2-59
DoorLocks
................................... 2-4
Remote Control Mirror
......................... '2-47
Steering
................................... .. 4-8
Steering Fluid
................................ 6-26
Windows
................................... 2-33
Powerseat
...................................... 1-2
Lumbar Controls
.............................. 1-3
Pregnancy, Use
of Safety Belts .................... 1-24
Problems on the Road
............................ 5-1
Publications, Service and Owner
..................... 8-9
Parking
Radiator, Adding Coolant
..................... : . 5-17
Radiator Pressure Cap
........................... 6-25
Radio Reception ................................ 3- 16
Radios
........................................ 3-5
Rain, Driving
................................... 4-31
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Rear
Axle
....................................... 6-19
Door Security Locks
............................. 2-4
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
........................ 1-29
Seatpassengers
.............................. 1-26
Seats.
........................................ 1-6
Towing
...................................... 5-10
Window Defogger
............................. 3-4
Window Washermiper
........................ 2-39
Rearview Mirror
................................. 2-47
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-3
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
.......... 6-64, 7-53
Recovery Hooks
................................ 5-34
Recovery Tank, Coolant
..................... 5- 13. 6-24
Recreational Vehicle Towing
....................... 4-43
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 6-62
Parts
....................................... 6-63
Wheel
...................................... 6-46
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................... 8-8
Restraint Checking
.................................. '. . 1-45 .
Child ....................................... 1-35
Head
........................................ 1-5
Replacing Parts After a Crash .................... 1-46
Systemcheck
................................ 7-48
Automatic Transmission
........................ 2-17
Manual' Transmission
.......................... 2-20
'Right Front Passenger Position
..................... 1-24
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-4
Canadian
.................................... 8-6
Rocking Your Vehicle
........................... 5-34
Rotation, Tires
....................... ......... 6-42
Reverse
9-7