1994 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 317

Steering Column Lock Operation While parked, try to turn the key to LOCK in each gear shift position. 0 With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the gear shift is in " P ' (Park). With manual shift, the key should turn to LOCK only when you're in "R" (Reverse). 0 On vehicles with a key release lever, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the lever. The key should turn to LOCK only with the key lever depressed. On all vehicles, the key should come outonly in LOCK. " Parking Brake and Transmission P ' (Park) Mechanism Operation Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. foot on the regular brake, set the manual parking brake. 0 :eping your To check the parking brake: With the engine running and the transmission in " N ' (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the "P" (Park) mechanism's holding ability: Apply the regular brake and shift to "P" (Park). Release the manual parking brake, then slowly release the regular brake. Lap and Shoulder Belts Condition and Operation Inspect belt system, including: webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, guide loops and anchors. Have a belt assembly replaced if the webbing has beencut or otherwise damaged. Body Lubrication Service- Lubricate all body door hinges including the endgate, endgate handle pivot points, and endgate mounted spare tire carrier (if equipped), lubricate the body hood, fuel door and rear compartment hinges, latches and locks including interior glove box and console doors, and any moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever pivot and prop rod pivot. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. 7-11