CHEVROLET BLAZER 1996 2.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Starter Switch Check
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below. Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock
(BTSI) Check
(Automatic Transmission)
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn
off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the
engine
in each gear. The starter should work only in
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL
(N). If the starter works in
any other position, your vehicle needs service.
On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever
in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway
and try
to start the engine. The starter should work
only when
the clutch is pushed down all the way to
the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t
pushed all the way down,
your vehicle needs service.
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle. It should be parked
on a
level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately
if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN
position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out
of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI
needs service.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the key to LOCK in each shift lever position.
With an automatic transmission, the key should turn
to LOCK only when the shift lever
is in PARK (P).
With a manual transmission, the key should
turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in
REVERSE (R).
On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key
to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should
turn to LOCK only when
you press the key button.
On
dl vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
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Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK
(P) Mechanism Check
/! CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged, Make
sure there
is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins to roll, Be ready to apply the regular
brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park
on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your
foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake: With the engine running
and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove
foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this
until the vehicle is held by the parking brake
only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift
to PARK (P). Then
release all brakes.
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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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Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed.
Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Inspection
Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front
axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary.
Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control
linkage. Check vent
hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation.
Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive)
Inspection
Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front
axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary.
Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper
installation. More frequent lubrication may
be required
on off-road use.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings
for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc.
Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits
or conditions result in frequent braking.
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Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from your
GM dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol
of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil”
in the Index.
50/50 mixture of clean water
(preferably distilled) and GM
Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL
TM or
Havoline@
DEX-COOL TM
(orange-colored, silicate-free)
antifreeze. conforming
to GM
Specification 6277M. See “Engine
Coolant’‘
in the Index.
USAGE
Coolant
Supplement
Sealer
Hydraulic Brake
System
Hydraulic Clutch
System
Parking Brake
Cable Guides
Power Steering
System
Manual
Transmission
FLUIDLUBRICANT
GM Part No. 3634621 or
equivalent with a complete flush
and
refi 11.
Delco Supreme I 1 @ Brake Fluid
(GM Part
No. 1052535 or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part
No. 12345347 or equivalent).
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM
Part
No. 1052884 - 1 pt.,
1050017
- 1 qt., or equivalent).
Synchromesh Transmission Fluid
(GM Part
No. 12345349 or
equivalent).
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Automatic
Transmission
Key Lock
Cylinders
-~ ~~~
Chassis
Lubrication
Front Wheel
Bearin
Differential,
Front and Rear
Axle
FLUID/LUBRICANT
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
@ (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade
2, Category LB
or GC-LB;
Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2,
Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 105 1344 'or equivalent).
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052271)-or
SAE 8OW-90
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
'
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
USAGE
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Transfer Case Shift Lever,
Propeller Shaft
Slip Splines and
Universal Joints
~~
Clutch, Pushrod
to Clutch Fork
Joint
Constant Velocity
Universal Joint
FLUIDILUBRICANT
GM Optikleen' Washer Solvent
(GM Part No.
1051515)
or equivalent. .
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade
2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or
GC-LB.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497
or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade
2, Category LB
or GC-LB.

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Hood Latch
Assembly Pivots,
.Spring Anchor
and Release
Pawl
Tailgate
Mounted Spare
Tire Cader (if
equipped), Outer
Tailgate Handle
Pivot Points
and
Hinges
Weatherstrip Conditioning
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM
Part No. 12346293 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Multi-purpose lubricant,
Superlube,@ (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
USAGE
Weatherstrip Squeaks
Gas Line,
I
~
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Multi-purpose lubricant,
Superlube
@ (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent). I’
Gas Line De-Icer (GM Part I
No. 105 15 16). I
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended’
replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Part E: Maintenance Record
After the scheduled services are performed, record the
date, odometer reading and who performed the service
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.
Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or
“Periodic Maintenance” can be added on
the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio
is a convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Record
ODOMETER
DATE READING SERVICED
BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
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ODOMETER
DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED
BY READING
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Maintenance Record
I ODOMETER I 1 I
DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
SERVICED BY READING
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