differential CHEVROLET BLAZER 1996 2.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index.
Front Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See
“Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
How to Check Lubricant
If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,
you’ll need
to add some lubricant.
If the differential is at operating temperature (warm),
add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of
the filler plug hole.
If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise
the level to
1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole.
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Cooling System"
Auto. Trans.
................ 11.7 quarts (1 1.1 L)
Manual Trans. .............. 11.9 quarts (1 1.3 L)
Crankcase*
................... 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
Automatic Transmission
(Drain and Refill)*
........... 5.0 quarts (4.7 L)
Differential Fluid
Rear
...........
Front ............ ....... 2.6 pints (1.2 L)
2-Door.. .................... 19 gallons (72 L)
4-Door.. .................... 18 gallons (68 L)
A/C Refrigerant. .. 30 oz. or 2 Ibs. (0.9 kg) of R- 134a
Fuel Tank
*After refill, the level
must be checked.
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used.
Jf you're not sure, ask your GM dealer.
Vehicle Dimensions*
Wheelbase
Sl"10516
.............. 100.5 inches (255.3 cm)
Sl"10506
............ 107.0 inches (271.8 cm)
S10516
............. 175.0 inches (444.5 cm)
TI0516
............... 175.4 inches (445.5 cm)
S/T10506
.............. ,181.5 inches (461.0 cm)
Length
Height S10516
....... ..... 66.0 inches (167.6 cm)
T10516
..... ... 66.9 inches (170.0 cm)
S 10506 ............ 65.9 inches (167.4 cm)
T10506
................ 67.0 inches (170.2 cm)
Width
................... 67.8 inches (172.2 cm)
Front Tread
S Series ................ 55.0 inches (139.6 cm)
T Series
................ 57.3 inches (145.4 cm)
Rear Tread
S Series ................ 54.7 inches (138.8 cm)
T Series
................ 55.1 inches (139.9 cm)
*Figures reflect base equipment only.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) at the same intervals:
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board
has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion
of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
** Drive axle servic e:
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Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first
engine oil change. At subsequent
oil changes, check
fluid level and add fluid as needed.
If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km).
Standard Differential
-- Check fluid level and add
fluid as needed
at every oil change. If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km).
More frequent lubrication may
be required for
heavy-duty or off-road use.
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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
** Drive axle service:
0
0
0
Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first
engine oil change. At subsequent oil changes, check
fluid level and add fluid as needed. If driving in
dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill
every 15,000 miles
(25 000 km).
Standard Differential
-- Check fluid level and add
fluid as needed at every engine oil change. If driving
in dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and
refill every
15,000 miles (25 000 km).
More frequent lubrication may be required for
heavy-duty or off-road
use.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine USAGE
Automatic
Transmission
Key Lock
Cylinders
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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.