engine CHEVROLET BLAZER 2003 2.G Owners Manual

Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identi®ed below by name, part
number or speci®cation may be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certi®ed for
Gasoline Engines starburst symbol
of the proper viscosity. To determine
the preferred viscosity for your
vehicle's engine, see
Engine Oil on
page 5-11.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only
DEX-COOL
žCoolant. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-22.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake ¯uid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
žWasher Solvent or
equivalent.
Hydraulic
Clutch SystemHydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No.
U.S. 12345347, in Canada
10953517, or equivalent DOT-3
brake ¯uid).
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Parking Brake
Cable GuidesChassis Lubricant (GM Part No.
U.S. 12377985, in Canada
88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part
No. U.S. 1052884, in Canada
993294, or equivalent).
Manual
TransmissionSynchromesh Transmission Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12345349, in
Canada 10953465, or equivalent).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
ž-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulit-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474, or equivalent).
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part No.
U.S. 12377985, in Canada
88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Front and Rear
Axle (Standard
Differential)SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM
Part No. U.S. 1052271, in Canada
10950849, or equivalent).
Rear Axle
(Locking
Differential)Axle Lubricant; use only GM Part
No. U.S. 1052271, in Canada
10950849.
Do not add friction
modi®er.
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Information
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information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
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Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments, and speci®cations for GM
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Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars
and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to
assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service
Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483).
7-11

A
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-15
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-58
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................5-36
Additional Program Information........................... 7-9
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-5
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-84
Add-On Equipment..........................................4-54
Adjusting the Speakers
(Balance/Fade)....................3-40, 3-43, 3-50, 3-60
After Off-Road Driving.....................................4-28
Air Bag System..............................................1-52
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-58
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?....................1-55
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle.........1-57
What Makes an Air Bag In¯ate?....................1-55
What Will You See After an Air
Bag In¯ates?...........................................1-56
When Should an Air Bag In¯ate?...................1-55
Where Are the Air Bags?..............................1-53
Air Bag .........................................................3-25
Readiness Light..........................................3-25
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-15
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity.................5-92
AM-FM Radio.................................................3-38
AM ...............................................................3-69
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-70Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-29
Anti-lock Brake System..................................... 4-8
Appearance Care............................................5-76
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-78
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-82
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-77
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle..............5-79
Finish Damage............................................5-81
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-81
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-81
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-82
Weatherstrips..............................................5-79
Approaching a Hill..........................................4-20
Ashtrays........................................................3-16
Assist Handles...............................................2-56
Audio System(s).............................................3-37
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-38
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player................3-69
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-70
Care of Your CDs........................................3-70
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-70
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-48
Radio with CD............................................3-41
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-58
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-38
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-37
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-68
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-69
1

Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts....1-22
Center Rear Passenger Position, Safety Belts.....1-27
Center Seat Positions, Child Restraints..............1-51
Chains, Tires..................................................5-62
Charging System Light....................................3-26
Checking Brake Fluid......................................5-38
Checking Coolant............................................5-24
Checking Engine Oil........................................5-11
Checking Things Under the Hood....................... 5-8
Checking Your Restraint Systems......................1-58
Check...........................................................3-30
Engine Light...............................................3-30
Gages Warning Light...................................3-35
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-82
Child Restraints..............................................1-51
Center Seat Positions..................................1-51
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-38
Infants and Young Children...........................1-34
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-44
Older Children.............................................1-32
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-46
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside
Seat Position...........................................1-46
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front
Seat Position...........................................1-49
Top Strap Anchor Location............................1-43Child Restraints (cont.)
Top Strap...................................................1-42
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-41
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-16
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels..............................5-80
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-79
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-77
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-78
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-78
Cleaning Leather............................................5-77
Cleaning the Mirror.........................................2-42
Cleaning the Photocells...................................2-42
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-78
Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass and
Wiper Blades..............................................5-80
Cleaning Tires................................................5-81
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-77
Cleaning Wood Panels....................................5-78
Cleaning........................................................5-77
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-77
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-79
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-81
Weatherstrips..............................................5-79
Climate Control System...................................3-17
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-20
Clutch, Hydraulic.............................................5-21
Column Shift Lever.........................................2-35
Compact Disc Messages.................3-47, 3-57, 3-68
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-75
Console Shift Lever.........................................2-36
3

Content Theft-Deferrent....................................2-17
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-7
Convenience Net............................................2-57
Convenience System, Rear..............................2-59
Coolant.........................................................3-29
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-29
Heater, Engine............................................2-22
Cooling System..............................................5-27
Cooling.........................................................3-18
Cruise Control.................................................. 3-8
Current and Past Model Order Forms................7-12
Customer Assistance Information........................ 7-8
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-8
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone
(TTY) Users.............................................. 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-4
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities................................................ 7-6
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors....7-10
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government............................................7-10
Reporting Safety Defects to the United
States Government...................................7-10
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-11D
Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-12
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-3
Defogging and Defrosting.................................3-19
Dinghy Towing................................................4-46
Directing the Air¯ow........................................3-17
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-3
Dolly Towing (Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles)...........4-50
Dolly Towing (Vehicles with Automatic
Transfer Case)............................................4-48
Dolly Towing (Vehicles with Electronic
Transfer Case)............................................4-48
Dome Lamps.................................................3-15
Door............................................................... 2-7
Locks.......................................................... 2-7
Power Door Locks......................................... 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-10
Driver Behavior................................................ 4-2
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................2-53
Driver............................................................1-15
Position, Safety Belt.....................................1-15
Driving Across an Incline..................................4-24
Driving Downhill..............................................4-23
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice....................4-26
Driving in Water..............................................4-27
4

Driving On Grades..........................................4-62
Driving on Off-Road Hills.................................4-19
Driving on Snow or Ice....................................4-38
Driving Through Deep Standing Water...............4-32
Driving Through Flowing Water.........................4-32
Driving Uphill..................................................4-20
Driving with a Trailer.......................................4-60
Driving..........................................................4-28
At Night.....................................................4-28
City...........................................................4-33
Defensive..................................................... 4-3
Drunken....................................................... 4-4
Environment................................................. 4-3
Freeway.....................................................4-34
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-36
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-30
Winter........................................................4-38
E
Electrical System............................................5-84
Add-On Equipment......................................5-84
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-85
Headlamps.................................................5-84
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-85
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-85
Electronic Transfer Case..................................2-29
Emergency Release for Opening Tailgate...........2-15Emissions Inspection and Maintenance
Programs...................................................3-32
Engine Compartment Fuse Block......................5-88
Engine Coolant Level Check.............................6-26
Engine Oil Additives........................................5-14
Engine Oil Level Check...................................6-26
Engine..........................................................5-15
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-15
Battery.......................................................5-40
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-30
Compartment Overview................................5-10
Coolant Heater............................................2-22
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-29
Coolant......................................................5-22
Cooling System Inspection............................6-31
Exhaust.....................................................2-39
Fan Noise..................................................5-34
Oil .............................................................5-11
Overheating................................................5-25
Starting......................................................2-21
Entry Lighting.................................................3-14
Environmental Concerns..................................4-17
Erasing HomeLink
žButtons..............................2-47
Exit Lighting...................................................3-14
Express Down Window....................................2-12
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-31
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-11
5

F
Filter.............................................................5-15
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-15
Finding a PTY Station.....................3-44, 3-51, 3-61
Finding a Station....................3-39, 3-41, 3-49, 3-58
Finish Care....................................................5-79
Finish Damage...............................................5-81
Five-Speed....................................................2-27
Fixed Mast Antenna........................................3-70
Flash-to-Pass Feature....................................... 3-6
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-63
Flat Tire........................................................5-62
Fluid.............................................................5-17
Automatic Transmission................................5-17
Manual Transmission....................................5-20
Power Steering...........................................5-35
Windshield Washer......................................5-36
FM ...............................................................3-69
Fog Lamps....................................................3-13
Following Distance..........................................4-61
Four Door Models...........................1-27, 1-29, 1-51
Four-Wheel Drive....................................2-28, 5-45
Front Axle......................................................5-46
Front Map Lamps...........................................3-14
Front Reading Lamps......................................3-14
Front Storage Area.........................................2-55
Fuel............................................................... 5-4
Additives...................................................... 5-5
California Fuel.............................................. 5-5Fuel (cont.)
Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................... 5-8
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-6
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-6
Gage.........................................................3-35
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-4
Gasoline Speci®cations.................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light.......................................3-36
System Inspection.......................................6-31
Fuses...........................................................5-85
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-85
Windshield Wiper.........................................5-85
G
Gage............................................................3-35
Check Gages Warning Light..........................3-35
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-29
Fuel..........................................................3-35
Oil Pressure...............................................3-33
Speedometer..............................................3-24
Tachometer.................................................3-24
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-27
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-44
Garment Hooks..............................................2-56
Gasoline......................................................... 5-4
Octane........................................................ 5-4
Speci®cations............................................... 5-5
Gate Ajar Light...............................................3-35
6

Gate Operator and Canadian Programming........2-47
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving................4-17
Glove Box.....................................................2-48
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities.................................................... 7-6
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-3
Head Restraints............................................... 1-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.................... 3-6
Headlamps....................................................5-48
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-47
Electrical System.........................................5-84
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-47
One-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps...............5-50
Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps...............5-50
Heated Seats................................................... 1-5
Heating.........................................................3-18
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-36
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-36
Hitches..........................................................4-59
HomeLink Transmitter, Programming..................2-45
HomeLink
žTransmitter....................................2-44
Hood.............................................................. 5-8
Checking Things Under.................................. 5-8
Release....................................................... 5-9
Horn............................................................... 3-4How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Recovery Tank............................................5-29
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator..................5-31
How to Add Fluid....................................5-19, 5-21
How to Check and Add Fluid............................5-22
How to Check Lubricant..........................5-45, 5-46
How to Check Power Steering Fluid..................5-35
How to Check................................5-17, 5-20, 5-56
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter..............................................5-16
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-14
Hydraulic Clutch System Check........................6-28
Hydraulic Clutch.............................................5-21
Hydroplaning..................................................4-31
I
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine..........5-26
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine...............5-26
If the Light Is Flashing.....................................3-31
If the Light Is On Steady.................................3-31
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow.......4-42
If You Decide To Pull A Trailer..........................4-55
If You're Caught in a Blizzard...........................4-40
Ignition Positions.............................................2-19
Ignition Transmission Lock Check......................6-29
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-34
In¯ation -- Tire Pressure..................................5-55
7

Inspection......................................................6-32
Brake System.............................................6-32
Engine Cooling System................................6-31
Exhaust System..........................................6-31
Fuel System...............................................6-31
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.......................6-31
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal.........................................6-31
Throttle System...........................................6-32
Transfer Case and Front Axle
(Four-Wheel Drive)...................................6-32
Installing a Garage Door Opener.......................2-49
Instrument Panel Fuse Block............................5-86
Instrument Panel.............................................3-22
Cluster.......................................................3-22
Overview..................................................... 3-2
Instrumental Panel Brightness...........................3-14
Interior Lamps................................................3-14
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-41
K
Key Lock Cylinders Service..............................6-28
Key Release Button........................................2-20
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Lamps On Reminder.......................................3-12
Lamps...........................................................3-11
Exterior......................................................3-11
Interior.......................................................3-14
Lap Belt................................................1-22, 1-27
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-15
LATCH System...............................................1-44
Child Restraints...........................................1-44
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-46
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running . . . 2-37
Leaving Your Vehicle.......................................2-10
Light.............................................................3-25
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-25
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-29
Brake System Warning.................................3-28
Charging System.........................................3-26
Check Gages Warning.................................3-35
8

Light (cont.)
Gate Ajar...................................................3-35
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-36
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-30
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-25
Security.....................................................3-34
Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light.........3-34
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-35
Up-Shift.....................................................3-27
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving..........4-16
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-52
Locking Rear Axle...........................................4-10
Lockout Protection..........................................2-10
Locks............................................................. 2-7
Door........................................................... 2-7
Leaving Your Vehicle....................................2-10
Lockout Protection.......................................2-10
Power Door.................................................. 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-10
Long Trip/Highway De®nition.............................. 6-6
Long Trip/Highway Intervals............................... 6-6
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance........6-18
Loss of Control...............................................4-14
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-36
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-56
Lumbar........................................................... 1-4
Manual Controls............................................ 1-4
Power Controls............................................. 1-4M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts............5-92
Maintenance Schedule.....................................6-26
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-26
At Least Once a Month................................6-26
At Least Once a Year..................................6-28
At Least Twice a Year..................................6-27
Brake System Inspection..............................6-32
Engine Cooling System Inspection.................6-31
Exhaust System Inspection...........................6-31
Fuel System Inspection................................6-31
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-3
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance.....6-18
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services.............6-26
Part C - Periodic MaintenanceInspections......6-31
Part D - Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants.........................................6-33
Part E - Maintenance Record........................6-35
Selecting the Right Schedule.......................... 6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance............. 6-6
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..........................6-31
Throttle System Inspection............................6-32
Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-Wheel
Drive) Inspection......................................6-32
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