1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 316

Maintenance Schedule I Short TripKity Definition Follow the ShortTripKity Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions istrue for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off-road frequently. Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Then Every 12,000 Miles(20 000 km): Tire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in dustyconditions. Front Wheel Bearing Repack (2WD only) (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Filter Replacement. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every60 months, whichever occurs first). Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection. These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow complete maintenance schedule on the the following pages. -- You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. One o the reasons you should follow this scheduleif f you operate your vehicle under any o these conditions f is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down soonex 7-4