1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 363

Part C: Periodic Maintenance 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 "Serviceand Owner Publications" in the Index. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect body the 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 aheat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumesinto the vehicle. See "EngineExhaust" in the Index. Radiator and HeaterHose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. 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. 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. 7-51