clock CHEVROLET TRAIL BLAZER 2009 1.G Owner's Manual

7. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle
clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the
ground so there is enough room for the spare
tire to t.8. Remove all the wheel
nuts and the at tire.
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{CAUTION:
Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because
the nuts might come loose. The vehicle’s wheel
could fall off, causing a crash.
11. Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the cone
shaped end is toward the wheel.
12. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held
against the hub. If a nut cannot be turned by
hand, use the wheel wrench and see your
dealer as soon as possible.
13. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
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2. If visible, rst try to tighten the cable by turning the
wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or
feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the cable.
3. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise three or four turns.
4. Repeat this procedure at least two times.
If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with
Step 2 ofRemoving the Spare Tire and Tools on
page 5-94.
5. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until
approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed.
6. Attach the jack handle, extension(s) and the wheel
wrench to the jack and place it under the vehicle
towards the front of the rear bumper. Position
the center lift point of the jack under the center
of the spare tire.
7. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it
lifts the end tting.
8. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire
stops moving upward and is held rmly in place.
The secondary latch has released and the spare
tire is balancing on the jack.
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9. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until
the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by
the cable.
10. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and
carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push
against the spare while rmly pulling the jack out
from under the spare tire with the other hand.
11. If the spare tire is
hanging from the cable,
insert the socket end of
the extension into the
hoist shaft hole on a
45 degree angle
downward.
12. Be sure that the socket end of the extension
connects to the hoist shaft.Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower
the spare the rest of the way.
13. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it
through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from
under the vehicle.
Notice:If you drive away before the spare tire or
secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled,
you could damage your vehicle. Always reinstall
this cable before driving your vehicle.
14. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the cable
back up if the cable is hanging under the vehicle.
Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can.
You will not be able to store a spare tire using the
hoist assembly until it has been repaired or replaced.
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Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted at
or spare tire.
A. Wheel Wrench
B. Hoist Shaft
C. Extension
D. Retainer
E. Spare or Flat Tire
(Valve Stem Pointed Up)
1. Put the tire (E) on the ground at the rear of the
vehicle.
2. Remove the hubcap, if the vehicle has one, from
the at tire by tapping the backside of the hubcap
with the wheel wrench (A). Store in a safe location
until the at tire is repaired. Once the tire is repaired,
replace the hubcap.3. Make sure the valve stem is pointed up and to
the rear.
4. Pull the retainer (D) through the wheel.
5. Put the socket end of the extension (C) through the
hole just above the rear bumper at a 45 degree
angle downward. Connect the socket end of
the extension to the hoist shaft (B).
6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the
vehicle. Continue turning the wheel wrench (A)
clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip
twice. This indicates that the tire is secure and
the cable is tight. The spare tire hoist cannot be
overtightened.
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7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A),
and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves,
use the wheel wrench and socket end of the
extension to tighten the cable.
8. Return the equipment to the proper location in the
vehicle as shown next.A. Handle
B. Wheel Wrench
C. Instruction LabelD. Extension(s)
E. Knob
F. Wheel Blocks and Jack
1. Attach the handle (A), wheel wrench (B), and
extension (D) in the slots provided.
2. Roll up the instruction label (C) and return to the
slot in the tool kit.
3. Assemble the wheel blocks (F) to the jack.
4. Turn the knob (E) on the jack clockwise to raise the
jack head.
5. Return the rear seat to its proper position.
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Audio System (cont.)
Setting the Clock.........................................3-63
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-109
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-111
Audio System(s).............................................3-64
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-15
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-25
Operation...................................................2-26
B
Battery..........................................................5-42
Electric Power Management..........................3-18
Run-Down Protection...................................3-18
Bluetooth
®.....................................................3-85
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 4-6
Brake Fluid....................................................5-39
Brakes..........................................................5-39
System Warning Light..................................3-36
Braking........................................................... 4-4
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-6
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-21Bulb Replacement...........................................5-52
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-52
License Plate Lamps....................................5-54
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-54
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps..................5-53
Buying New Tires...........................................5-75
C
Calibration.....................................................2-42
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 5-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-125
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-13, 2-38, 4-30
Care of
Safety Belts..............................................5-112
Cargo Cover..................................................2-56
Cargo Tie Downs............................................2-57
CD, MP3 .......................................................3-80
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-54
Chains, Tire...................................................5-81
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Charging System Light....................................3-34
Check
Engine Lamp..............................................3-39
Gages Warning Light...................................3-45
Check Gas Cap Light......................................3-47
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting.................................5-116
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-39
Infants and Young Children...........................1-35
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-43
Older Children.............................................1-32
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Outside Seat Position........................1-49
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Center Rear Seat Position.........................1-51
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position..........................1-52
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-42
Chime Level Adjustment.................................3-111
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-19
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels......................................5-115
Exterior Lamps/Lenses................................5-113
Fabric/Carpet............................................5-111
Finish Care...............................................5-114
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.....................................5-112
Interior.....................................................5-109Cleaning (cont.)
Leather....................................................5-111
Tires........................................................5-115
Underbody Maintenance.............................5-116
Washing Your Vehicle.................................5-113
Weatherstrips............................................5-112
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades......5-114
Climate Control System
Dual ..........................................................3-20
Dual Automatic............................................3-22
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-26
Rear ..........................................................3-27
Clock, Setting.................................................3-63
Collision Damage Repair..................................7-12
Compass.......................................................2-42
Competitive Driving.........................................4-14
Compressor Kit
Storing.......................................................5-92
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant............................5-83
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-17
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-3
Convenience Net............................................2-56
Coolant
Engine.......................................................5-29
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-38
Cooling System..............................................5-28
Cruise Control................................................3-10
Cruise Control Light........................................3-44
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PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation...................................................2-19
Passlock
®......................................................2-18
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California...... 5-4
Phone
Bluetooth
®..................................................3-85
Power
Door Locks.................................................. 2-8
Electrical System.......................................5-118
Lumbar Controls........................................... 1-4
Reduced Engine Light..................................3-44
Retained Accessory.....................................2-23
Seat ............................................................ 1-3
Steering Fluid.............................................5-37
Windows....................................................2-15
Privacy..........................................................7-17
Event Data Recorders..................................7-18
Navigation System.......................................7-19
OnStar .......................................................7-19
Radio Frequency Identication.......................7-19
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................. 2-9
R
Radiator Pressure Cap....................................5-34
Radio Frequency Identication (RFID), Privacy....7-19
Radio(s)........................................................3-64
Radios
Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual...................................................3-85
Rear Seat Audio........................................3-108
Reception.................................................3-110
Setting the Clock.........................................3-63
Theft-Deterrent..........................................3-109
Reading Lamps..............................................3-17
Rear Axle......................................................5-49
Locking......................................................4-10
Rear Climate Control System............................3-27
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-12
Rear Floor Storage Cover................................2-55
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)..................................3-108
Rear Seat Entertainment System.......................3-96
Rear Seat Operation.......................................1-11
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Service........................................................... 5-3
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 5-5
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements.... 5-4
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Lamp......................................3-39
Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light.....................3-45
Publications Ordering Information...................7-16
Service, Scheduling Appointments.....................7-10
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-68
Setting the Clock............................................3-63
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-116
Shifting Into Park............................................2-35
Shifting Out of Park........................................2-37
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-7
Snow Plow....................................................4-39
Spare Tire....................................................5-109
Installing....................................................5-97
Removing...................................................5-94
Storing.....................................................5-106
Specications, Capacities...............................5-125
Speedometer..................................................3-30
StabiliTrak Service Light...................................3-37
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light...............................3-38
StabiliTrak®System.......................................... 4-6
Starting the Engine.........................................2-23
Steering........................................................4-10Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-109
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-54
Convenience Net.........................................2-56
Glove Box..................................................2-53
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-54
Overhead Console.......................................2-53
Rear Floor Storage Cover.............................2-55
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit......5-92
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-32
Sun Visors.....................................................2-16
Sunroof.........................................................2-57
T
Tachometer....................................................3-30
Taillamps
Turn Signal Lamps......................................5-53
Theft-Deterrent, Radio....................................3-109
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-17
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-17
PASS-Key
®III+ Electronic Immobilizer............2-19
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation................................................2-19
Passlock
®...................................................2-18
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-6
Time, Setting..................................................3-63
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