1995 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual
1995 Chevrolet Blazer Manual
1995 Chevrolet Blazer manual content summary:
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to drive under different conditions. Section 5 - Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating, etc. Section 6 - Service & Appearance Care Here the manual tells you howto keep your vehicle running properly - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 4
be information manuals from other manufacturers like body builders special equipment or companies. We urge you to review all these publications carefully.This will help you enjoy safe and trouble-free operation of your vehicle. When it comes to service, keep in mind that your Chevrolet dealer knows - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 5
reserve the right to make changes in the product after thattime without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of Canada Limited" for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. About Driving Your Blazer As with other vehiclesof this - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 6
Manual: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplairede ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire au DGN Marketing ou Services Ltd., 1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T lC7. 1 - ~0 CHEVROLET General Motors, GM and the GM Emblem, Chevrolet and the Chevrolet - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that you read othermanuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You'll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use yellow for cautions - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 8
on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: Caution Possible Injury Protect Eyes by Shielding Caustic Battery Acid Could Cause Burns Spark or flame Could Explode Battery Avoid Sparks or Flames These symbols are importantfor you and your passengers whenever your - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 9
These symbols have to do with your lights: Master Lighting Switch Turn Signal Direction I A Heaulight High Beam Fog Lights Headlight Low Beam Hazard Warning Rasher I Parking Lights Daytime Running Lights These symbols are on some of your controls: 0* Q Windshield Wiper Windshield Washer e - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 10
symbols are used on warning and indicatorlights: 1 L Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Charging System Fuel Engine Oil Pressure I BRAKE 1 SHIFT I ANTI-LOCK Brake Shift Light Anti-Lock Brake Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Lighter Horn I- I- Hood Release Vlll ... - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 11
Seats & Restraint Systems Section Here you'll find information about the seats in your vehicle how to use and your safety belts properly. can also learn about some things should You you not do with air bags and safetybelts. Seats and Seat Controls Manual Front Seat (Except Easy Entry) 1-1 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 12
lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place. Manual Front Seat (Easy Entry Only) Move the lever lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place. ' -_ a, Manual Lumbar Adjustment If you have this feature, there - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 13
feature, there will bea control on the front of your driver'sseat. Press and hold the passenger's sideof the control untilyou have the desired lumbar support. To decrease lumbar support, press the driver's side the of control. 1-3 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you wantit. Pull up on the lever and the seat will to go an upright position. But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-4 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Front Seatback Latches(2-Door Models) The front seatback folds forwardto let people get into the back seat. Your seatback will move back and forth freely, unless come to a sudden stop you Then it will will lock in place. There's one time the seatback maynot fold without some help from you. That's - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 16
will slide forward. After someone gets into the rear seat area, move the seatback to its original position. Then move the seat rearward until it locks. 0 To get out, again tilt the seatback fully forward. Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. an Slide - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 17
. If they haven't, have them fixed immediately. Safety Belts: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tellsyou how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint, "air bag" system. or 1-7 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 18
comes as a reminder to buckle up. (See on "Safety Belt Reminder Light'' in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says wear safety belts. to Here's why: They work. You never know if you' - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn't stop i The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... I 1-9 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 20
or the instrument panel ... a or the safety belts! , F P " .. I With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. Here Are Questions Many People - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts - not instead of them. Every air bagsystem ever offered for sale has required the use safety belts. Evenif you're in a vehicle of that has airbags part - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 22
it properly. 1 . Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (tosee how, see "Seats" in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you had to. if 5 . To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 23
cause seriousor even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop a crash. or Q: What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Q: What's wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-14 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Q: What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under thearm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-15 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Q: What's wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. A A To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 27
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR) This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint(SIR) system, or air bag. Your vehicle has an air bagfor the driver. Here are the most important things toknow about the air bagsystem: 1-17 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 28
, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.See "Air Bag Readiness Light'' in the Index for more information. How the Air Bag System Works ... 1 Where is the airbag? The driver's air bagis in the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 29
as a result a crash. of The sensing system triggers a chemical reaction the sodium azide sealed of in the inflator.The reaction produces nitrogen gas, which inflates theair bag. The inflator, air bag, and related hardware are all part the air bag of module packed inside the steering wheel. How does - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 30
the bag module and possibly other parts. air The service manualfor your vehicle covers the need replace other to parts. Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about theair bag system.The module records information about the readiness of system, when the sensors - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 31
are parts of the air bag systemin several places around your vehicle. You don't want the system to inflatewhile someone is working on your vehicle. Your GM dealer and the 1995 GM Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the bag system. To purchase a service manual, see air - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 32
same way as the driver's safety belt. See "Driver Position," earlier in this section. When the shoulder belt is pulled outall the way,it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. 1-22 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 33
position When YOU sit in the centerfront seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pul along the belt. TOmake the beltshorter, pull its free end as shown until the beltis snug. 1-23 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 34
Buckle, position and release the sameway as the lap part a it of lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at theend of this section. so Make sure the release - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 35
the belt across you more slowly. 2. Push the latch plateinto the buckle untilit clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt pulled out all the way, it will is lock. If it doesr let it go back all the way and start again. If the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 36
cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should over the shoulder and across go the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks there's a sudden stop or crash. if a On four-door models, the safety belt also locksyou pull the belt - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 37
between theseatback and the interior body, about half-way down the edge of the seatback. Here is how you should install the comfort guides on the shoulder belts: 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove theguide from its storageclip. 1-27 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Seat Passengers" in See the Index. To remove and store the comfort guides, perform these steps in reverse just order. guides. Pull the guide upward expose its storageclip, and then slide to the guideonto the clip. Rotate the guide and inward and in between the clip seatback and the interior body - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 39
seating position, you have safety belt a lap which has a retractor. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across Don't let it get you. twisted. 2 . Push the latch plate into the buckle until clicks. Pull up on the latch it plate to makesure it is secure. 3. Feed the lap belt into the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 40
4. Position and releaseit the same way as the lap of a lap-shoulder part belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender" at the of end this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 41
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help reduce the chance of personal injury.The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint rear rather than the front We at General Motors therefore recommend seat. that you put your keep you an eye on the baby. Wherever you installit, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 43
be readyto secure the child restraintitself. belt. See the earlier part about the top You'll be using the lap-shoulder strap if the child restraint one. has 2 . Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portionsof the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 44
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned you so would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly ever had to. if you 6. To tighten thebelt, feed the shoulder belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 1-34 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 45
7. Push and pull the child restraint different directions tobe sure it is in secure. To remove the childrestraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and le it go back all the way.The safety belt will move freely again and ready to be work for an adult or larger child passenger. Center Seat - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 46
See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the Follow the instructions the child seat. for restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 47
of the retractor to set the lock. 1 I I I 1 1 Lsi , - i 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down to tighten the belt. lap To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and it go back all the way. The safety belt - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 48
Larger Children 1 Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window child can so the wear a lapshoulder belt and get the additional restraint shoulder belt can a provide. Children who aren't buckledup can - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 49
the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body wouldhave the restraint that belts provide. If the child is sitting in a rear outside positionof a four-door model, see "Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides" in the Index. If the child so small is that the shoulder - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 50
safety belt. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. for any other Look loose or damaged restraint system parts. you see anything that might If keep a restraintsystem from - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 51
The model numberon the replacement belt must listed on the safety bel be you want to replace. Pull the shoulder belt all way out to see this label. the 1-41 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 52
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Features & Controls Section Here you can learn about the many standardand optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking.Also explained are theinstrument panel and thewarning systems that tell youif everything is working properly- and what todo if you have a - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 54
vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition,endgate, spare tire lock (two-door vehicles) and door locks. will It fit with either side up. 0 * 0000 * provides the owner with a pair identical of keys and a bar-coded tag. The bar-coded tag has acode on it that tells your dealer a qualified or - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 55
Doors And How They Work Side Doors Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help preven theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even havedamage to your vehicle to get in. be sure you have extra keys - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside: Use your key. 11 i. 3 I 1 1 2-4 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 57
Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, push LOCK on the power door lock switch on the door armrest. This switch will lock all the doors at once. To unlock thedoors, push on the raised area next to the key symbol. On four-door models, the lever on each rear door works only thatdoor's lock - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 58
. the See instructions on battery replacement. Check the distance.You may be too far from your vehicle.This product has a maximum range. 0 Check the location.Other vehicles or objectsmay be blocking the signal. See your GM dealer or a qualified technician for service. by Changes or modifications - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 59
automatic transmissions musthave the transmission inPARK (P). Vehicles with manual transmission must have the parking brake engaged. Matching Transmitter(s)To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded same model system. (General Motors offers several different models of these systems on - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 60
bottom by twisting the dime. 3. Remove and replace the batteries with two Duracell @-type batteries (DL2016 or equivalent), positive side down. 4. Align and snap together the back and top transmitter housings. Endgate (Hatch) Release To open a mechanical lock system from the outside, insert the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 61
and glass will automatically lock when shut. To open a power lock system from the outside, insert the key the lock in button and turn mounted spare tire carrier, you must move the carrier out of arm the way to open glass. the To lock a power lock system from the outside, insert the key the lock - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 62
The electric hatch release letsyou open your endgate glass by just pressing a button. The button is on the driver's sideof the steering column. If your vehicle has automatic transmission, your shift lever must be in an PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the release to work. 2- 10 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 63
you have a manual transmission, either with or without theKeyless Entr! option, you must apply your parking brake before you open the endgatc can glass. If your vehicle hasa endgate-mounted spare tirecarrier, you must move th carrier arm out of the way to open the glass. Endgate-Mounted Spare lire - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 64
Trim Panel 1. Peel back or slit the carpet locally to expose the access hole in the trim panel. 2. Use a thin screwdriver to reach through the access holes in both the trim panel and the hardware cover. Pry the release lever toward the passenger side until the glass latch popsopen. 3. Reattach the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 65
theft remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your transmission. And remember to the doors. lock Parking at Night Park in a lighted - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 66
better in the long run if you followthese guidelines: Keep your speedat 55 mph (88 km/h) or less yournew brake linings aren't yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings mean ACC 5. LOCK ACC (Accessory) - ACC lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine off. To - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 67
accessories in ACC position the could drain your battery andprevent you from startiing your vehicle. LOCK - This position locksyour ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It's a theft deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove none of this works, then your vehicle needs If service. 2- I5 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 68
the key release button is used. To Remove the Key On manual transmission vehicles, turn the key the LOCK position while to pressing the key release button down at the same time. Pull the key straight out. On automatic transmission vehicles, turn key to LOCK and pull it the straight out. Starting - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 69
add electrical parts accessories, you could or change theway the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. don't, your If you engine might not perform properly. ~ If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual thattells how - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 70
) 4.3 Liter: A. Engine coolant heater cord strap B. Engine coolant heater cordcap In very cold weather,0°F (-1 8 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 71
it was before keep it away from moving engine parts. If you to don't, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged The answer in OFF position, but not locked, there will bea small current drain on your battery which could discharge your battery over a period of time. If - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 72
cable is from the batteryto prevent discharging your battery. PARK (P) -This locks your rear wheels. It's the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can't move easily. REVERSE (R)- Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 73
push the accelerator all the way down. You'll shift downto the nextgear and have more power. 0 OVERDRIVE should not be used when towinga trailer, carrying a heavy would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually select SECOND GEAR (2),the transmission will drive in second gear. You - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 74
your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission.Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) hold to your vehicle in position on a hill. Five-Speed Manual Transmission . I pattern. Here's how to operate your transmission: This is your shift FIRST - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 75
accelerator pedal. the NOTICE: Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehiclestopped. is Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission. Also, use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle. SHIFT Light If you have a manual transmission - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 76
ifyou go quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift. Four- Wheel Drive Vehicles Only: If your vehicle has four-wheel drive andis equipped with a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer case 4LO. is in Locking Rear Axle If you - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 77
~ NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts your vehicle. of I If you what to first to keep the trailer do ffom moving. Shifting IntoPARK (P) (Automatic TransmissionModels Only) 2-25 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 78
in 4. Move the key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and takeit with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with thekey in your hand, your vehicle isin PARK (P). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 79
of you release the parking brake. If "torque lock" does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressurefrom the transmission,so you can pull the shift lever out PARK (P). of Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Before you get - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 80
Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked (Automatic Transmission) It's better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. 2-28 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 81
(Option) If your vehicle has all-wheel drive, your engine's driving power is sent to all four wheels for extra traction. This is like four-wheel drive, but thereis no lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle. It is fully automatic and adjusts itself needed for road conditions. as 2-29 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 82
has the manual transfercase, the transfer case shift lever is on the floor next to the driver. Use this lever to shift into and outof four-wheel drive. An indicator light near the lever showsyou the transfer case settings: 0 2HI 4HI N SET PARK BRAKE 4LO The front axle portion of the diagram on - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 83
or moving less than3 mph (4.8 k d h ) with the transmission in NEUTRAL for an automatic transmission (N) or the clutch pedal depressed with a manual transmission. 2. Press the transfercase shift button and shift in continuous motion. one Don't pause in N SET PARK BRAKE as you shift into out of 4L0 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 84
you should take your vehicle in for service. When shifting, an indicator light will flash until the shift is completed then remain solidly lit. To shift from2HI to 4HI - Press and release the switch. This can be 4HI done at anyspeed, and the front axle will lock automatically. To shift from 4HI 2HI - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 85
gear and/or moving, the is in 4HI indicator light will flash 30 seconds but not complete the shift for unless the vehicleis below 3 mph (4.8 kmh) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N)or the clutch pedaldepressed. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles: your transfercase does not If shift into - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Windows , ..., To open manual your windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raiseor lower your side door windows. If you have the optional power windows, the controls - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 87
alockout feature to prevent passengers from operating power windows. It is located on the driver's door. Press LOCK and only the drivercan operate all windows. Press NORM and the windows return to normal operation. Swing glass to open them. When you close the window, be sure the latch catches. 2-35 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 88
exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheelto a comfortable level, then release the to lock the lever wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. 2-36 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 89
and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn a lane or change. To signal aturn, move the leverall the way upor down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. 2-37 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 90
wiring the trailerlights, a for different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned Check the front out. and rear turn signal lights regularly to make sure they are working. Operation of Lighting System Although - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 91
To change the headlamps from low beam to highor high to low, pull the Multifunction leverall the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this blue indicator light on the instrument panelalso will be on. Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipersby turning the band - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 92
short delay between wipes. for can be very useful in light rainsnow. Turn the band to or choose the delay motor The is protected from overload by a circuit breaker and fuse. If the motor a overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper stop until the motor Check your or washer fluid level often. 2-40 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 93
instructions for adding water. Don't mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts the washer system switch is operated and will automatically return to the delay mode. If the rear glass is opened, the wiper - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 94
window, check your fluid keeping your foot on the accelerator. can really help This on long trips. Cruise Control does not work atspeeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). If you have an auromatic tran .ission and you apply your brakes, the Cruise Control will shut off. If you have a manual transmission - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 95
To Set Cruise Control 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the set button at theend of the lever and releaseit. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 2-43 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 96
right backup to your chosen speed and stay there. Remember, if you hold the switch at R/A (Resume/Accelerate) longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until release theswitch you or apply the brake.You could be startled and even lose control. unless So you want to go faster, don - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 97
less than halfa second. Each time you do this, you'll go 1 mph (1.6 k d h ) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Confro Use the accelerator pedalto increase yourspeed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier. 2-45 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 98
you drivers find this to be too much trouble and don'tCruise Control on use steep hills. To Get Outof Cruise Control r There are two ways to turn the Cruise Control: off Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission. Move the Cruise switch toOFF. To - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 99
Turn the switch next to the headlamp switch up to make your instrument panel and transfer case lights brighter. Turn the switch all the way up to tur on the interior lamps. You can overload, your headlamps will flicker on and Have your headlamp off. wiring checked right away this happens. if 2-47 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 100
misty conditions. Your parking lights and/or low beam headlamps must be on or your fog lamps won't work. The fog lamp switch is on the instrument panel under the INT LIGHTS switch are on. Remember, fog lamps alone will not give as much light as your off headlights. Never use your fog lamps in the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 101
The headlamp switch is off, and The parking brake is released. 0 When you turnon your headlamps, the DRL will switch and the exterior off lights will come on. When you turnoff the headlamps, the exterior lights will go out and the high beams will change the reduced brightness to of DRL again. The - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 102
ignition is turned on. You can also turn the dome lamp on by turning INT LIGHTS dimmer the switch up until it clicks. The rear dome lamp has a switch that you the vehicle. Press the sideof the switch with the light symbol to turn the on front and rear dome lamps. Pressing the other sideof the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 103
reduce glare from headlamps behind you. If your vehiclehas the lighted mirror, the lights will automatically come on for approximately 15 seconds when either front door is opened, or until the ignition is turnedto RUN or ACC. The lights will also stay for on approximately 15 seconds after you exit - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 104
just see the side of your vehicle. Some mirrors are manually adjustable, and some mirrors come with an optional remote control adjustment the outsideswitch ring to adjust the mirror. If you have the manually adjustable mirror, can fold it before entering you a canvash. To fold, pull the mirrors - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 105
may have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection and a strap for holding small items, such as maps. Some visors have a lighted mirror. Just lift the cover up to turn on the mirror - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 106
) If you have accessory power outlets,you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Just pull downfrom the top of the door and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. These circuits are protectedby a fuse and have maximum current - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 107
other smoking materials could set them fire causing on damage. To remove the front ashtray, push down on the metal cover. Then press up on the release tab the panel under the metal cover and remove the ash tray. on Four-door vehicles have smaller ashtrays inside the rear - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Storage Compartments Cupholders are on the front of split-bench seats. Squeeze the latch at the front of the cupholder and pull it straight out. The liner removes for easy cleaning and the cupholder is dishwasher safe. To open your glove box, squeeze the lever at the top of the glovebox and pull - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Two cup depressions are provided for your convenience, but the glovebox should notbe open while driving. You will find a storage pocket on each front door. Four-door-models have storage pockets and cupholders on rear doors. 2-57 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 110
Center Overhead Console Your vehicle may - have an overhead console + I The console has reading lights that turn on and off by pressing in on the button by each light.The lights can also be swiveled to point in the direction you want. It has two storage compartments which can be used to - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 111
The outside air temperature and ICE will appear on the display. It's a caution to thedriver that road conditions may be icy, and that appropriate precautions should be taken. Gompass Calibration display.To correct the problem, drive in a complete360" circle three times, and the compass will - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 112
geographic north. In some areas the difference between the two be great enough to can cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location: 1. Locate your location on the zone map. Note your zone number. 2. Press and hold both - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 113
to conveniently store the opener. To install the garage door opener, first open the compartmentdoor by pressing the latch Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch. Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener, as close to the center of the opener as possible. Center the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 114
in place, you should only have to push the button slightly operate to the opener.Adjust the positionof the garage door opener and add or remove pegs, as needed, until theopener operates properly. 2-62 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep smallitems, like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. during off-road use. The net is The net is not designed to retain - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 116
shade,you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. to Grasp the handle and pull the shade unroll it. Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside trim panel on the passengerside of the vehicle to secure it. 2-64 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 117
Air ConditionedHeater 4. Glove Box 5 . Audio system 6. Cigarette Lighter 6. Power Auxiliary (Option) 7. Parking Brake Release 8. Light Switches 9. Electronic TransferCase (Option) 10. Rear Defogger (Option) 11. Ashtray 12. Shelf 13. Fog Lamps (Option) 14. Rear Wipermasher (Option) 15. Rear Hatch - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 118
in Canada). Tamper ResistantOdometer Standard Cluster ___"..." . . Tachometer Cluster Your odometer is tamper resistant. It will show silver lines between the numbers if someone tries to turn it back. You may wonder what happens your vehicle needs a new odometer if installed. If the newone can be - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 119
to is depressed. To set the trip odometer to zero, completely push the button near the readout. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed revolutions per minute(rpm). in Each tachometer hasa different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle. The tachometer has three areas - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 120
when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows theremay be a problem, check the to section that tells you what do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly - and evendangerous. So please getto know your warning lights and gages. They're a big help. 2-68 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 121
panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag's electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.The system check includes the air bag sensors and wiring and the diagnostic the module. For more information on theair bag system, see "Air Bag"in the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 122
, you or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly.Have your vehicle serviced right away. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle's hydraulic brake systemis divided intotwo parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and you. For good - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 123
vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn't you still have on, brakes, but you don't have anti-lock brakes. the regular brake system If warning light is also on, you don't haveanti-lock brakes and there'sa problem with your regular brakes. "Brake System Warning Light" See - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 124
amber Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON Light) is located at the top of your instrument panel. A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition on, but the engine is is not running, as a check to show you it - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 125
fuel may cause stalling, hesitation ormisfire. These conditions may go away when the engine is warned-up. However, poor quality fuelmay cause the "SERVICE ENGINE SOON' light to come on. Have a dealer check the vehicle.If no problems are found, you may want to change to another brand of fuel. Driving - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 126
, electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the lightbe certain to turn all on, off your accessories, suchas the radio and air conditioner. Check Gages Light This amberCHECK GAGES light is above - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 127
on switch and parking brake are off. For more details aboutDRL, see "Day Time Running Lamps"in this section. SHIFT Indicator Light SHIFT This amber SHIFT indicator light is at the top of the instrument cluster of vehicles with manual transmissions. Shifting when the indicator light ison will help - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 128
High Beam Indicator Light This blue high beam indicator lightis above the engine oil temperature gage on the instrument cluster and is on whenever you use your high beam headlamps.See "Headlamp High-Low Beam Changer" in this section. A Turn Signal and Lane Change lndicator This light with the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 129
been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should off pull the road, stop your vehicle and turn the engine as soon as possible. off Hot Coolant Can Burn you Badly! Problems On The Road, this manual In explains whatto do. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Oil Pressure - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 130
that some owners ask about. None these show a of problem withyour fuel gage: At the gas station, the gas pump shuts before the gage reads off full. It takes half the tank's capacity fill the or to tank. The gage moves a little when turn a corner or speed up. you The gage doesn'tgo back to empty when - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 131
gage shows your battery's state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition the charging of system. Readings between the in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Luggage Carrier ( - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 132
GM Remove the center rubber stripsin the cross rails and attach the GM accessory rack the cross rail to the desired locations before mounting the accessory rack. You can adjust the cross rails to Use the cross rails only keep the load from sliding. to If you need to carry longitems, move the cross - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 133
. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving, check now and then to make sure theluggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened. Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle will havea 5-wire and may have a 7-wire harness. The light duty trailer wiring is 5-wire harness assembly taped and - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 134
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particular system supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Heater/Air Conditioning Controls , ..,.. Your heatedair conditioning controls will look like this. Before using your vehicle's conditioning, open the windows clear the air to vehicle of hot air. The switch with thefan symbol changes - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 136
when you have fog or ice on the windshield. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) If you use the optional engine coolant heater before starting your engine, your heating system will produce warmer airfaster, to heat the passenger compartment in cold weather.See "Engine Coolant Heater" in the Index. 3-2 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 137
. These lines heat your window. For best results, clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible before using the rear window defogger. To turn on the rear window defogger, find the switch marked REAR DEFOG on your instrument panel below the headlight switch. Press ON until the light in - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 138
windows. of 0 When you enter a vehicle in cold weather,turn the blower fan to for HI a few moments before driving This helps clear the intake ducts off. of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear objects. This - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 139
air, or close the vents altogether. When you close a vent, it will increase the flow air coming out of of any vents that are open. Audio Systems Your Delco@audio system getting the most out of the advanced engineering that wentinto it. Setting the Clock (Audio Systems without a Compact Disc) To set - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 140
System I ... Q This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereoaudio system works. Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-RECALL) functions: 0 - The upper knob has these four Turn it to turn the system on and off. Turn it to control the volume. Press it to display the time when the ignition isoff. Press it to change - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 141
FADE - i ne control ring behindthe lower knob adjusts thefronthear speaker balance. SEEK - Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver toSEEK the next higher station and stop. SCAN - Press the SCAN button to hear each station for a few seconds. Push it again when you reach the station you want - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 142
System - __ _ _ This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio cassette system works. Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL) functions: 0 - The upper knob has thesefive Turn it to turn the system Turn it to tune in radio stations. Press it to change between the AM and FM bands. FADE - The control - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 143
AUTO DNR - This unit is equipped with an automatic Dynamic Noise Reduction system.DNR@reducesbackground hiss onAM and FM radio broadcasts, knobs volume, balance for and fade just as you do for the radio. A lighted arrow shows which directio the tapeis being played. FWD - To rapidly advance thetape, - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 144
PROCi-RCL knob. STOP-EJECT - To remove the tapeor stop the tape and switch Audio Cassette System wifh Equalizer This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio cassette system with change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio on. is 0 Press it to change - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 145
to tune in radio stations. Press it to change between theAM and FM bands. 0 FADE - an AM station that broadcasts in stereo. Your STEREO light will come on when you're receivingAM stereo. - This unit is equipped with an automatic Dynamic Noise Reduction system. DNR%educes background hiss on AM and - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 146
do for the radio.A lighted arrow shows which direction the tape is being played. CrO2 - The CrO2 button lets you set the system the typeof cassette for to the other, press the PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL knob. STOP- EJECT - To remove the tape or stop the tape and switch to radio, press the STOP-EJECT button - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 147
CD) System This part tells you how yourETR@AM-FM stereo system works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL) - The upper knob has two functions: Turn it to turn the system on two functions: Turn it to tune in radio stations. Press it to change between the AM and FM bands. RearFront Speaker Control - The control - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 148
will begin again. RCL - Press the RCL button to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the system on. PWR Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. Wait a few seconds and the disc should play. If the disc comes back out, check - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 149
to see what track is playing. Press it again within 5 seconds to see how long it has been playing. track number alsoappears The when you change the volumeor when a new track starts to play. COMP - Press the COMP button to makesoft and loudpassages more nearly equal involume. "COMP" will appear in - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 150
to entera secret code into the system. If you your car loses battery powerfor any reason,you must unlock the system with the secret code before the radio will on. turn To Lock The System: 1 . Write down any digit number and keep in a safe place. 6 it 2. Turn the ignition to the ACC (Accessory) RUN - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 151
secured. and Disabling The Theft System 1. Press presets 1 code following steps 6 and 7 of the preceding paragraphs (To Lock the System). lines. Ty reducing r the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. AM Stereo means theDelco@system DelcoB system can get C-QUAM@, your "STEREO" light will - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 152
loss engine, Delco' radio or other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle's systems may interfere with the operationof sound equipment that has been added improperly. - - So, before adding sound equipment, check clean your tape player, follow instructions To with the cleaning cassette. - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 153
time. may Always verify that the cassette tape is in good condition and the tape player is clean before obtaining service on your tape player. t NOTICE: Cassette tape adapter kits by vandals, you should replace it. Check every once in a while to be sure the mast still tightened to the is fender. - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 154
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Your Driving and the Road Section 1 Here you'll find information about driving on different kinds roads and in of varying weatherconditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving The best advice anyonecan give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 156
it depends on each person andsituation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood AlcoholConcentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: 0 How much alcohol consumed The drinker's body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 157
just before or during drinking will have somewhat lower a BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water thanmen. Since alcoholis carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than man of her same - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 158
The body takes about an hour to rid itself the alcohol in drink. No of one amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. vehicle where you want it togo. go They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 159
road (wet, dry, or of icy); tire tread; and the condition your brakes. of Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time tocool between hard stops. Your - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 160
andat the rear wheels.The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the mostof available tire and road conditions. can steer around You the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 162
room. That's the time for evasive action- steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform very well emergencies like these. First apply in your brakes. (See "Braking in Emergencies'' earlier in this section.) It is better to remove as much speed you can from a possible collision. Then steer - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Passing The driver of a vehicle aboutto pass another on two-lane highway waits a for just the rightmoment, accelerates, moves aroundthe vehicle ahead, then goes back into right lane again. A simple maneuver? the Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle a t w d a n e highway isa on potentially - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 164
're following a larger vehicle. Also, you won't have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. e When it looks like a chance to passis coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don't get too close. Time yourso you, move will be - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 165
clues- such asenough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make "mirrored surface" - and slow down when you a have any doubt. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 166
this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly result in loss of control or vehicle may rollover. Off-Road Driving with Your Four-wheel Drive Vehicle This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see "Anti-Lock Brakes" in the Index. If your vehicle doesn't have four - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Driving There are some important things to rememberabout how to load your vehicle. 0 The heaviest things shouldbe on the loadfloor and forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items as forward as you can. far Be sure the load issecured properly, so driving on the off-road terrain doesn't toss - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 168
to Your listen for unusual tireor engine sounds. With yourarms, hands, feet, and body you'll need to respond vibrations Conditions. Off-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks ,grass, sand, mud, snow or ice. Each of these surfaces affects the steering, acceleration, and braking - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 169
.) Will you have to stop suddenlyor change direction quickly? 0 When you driveover obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm gripon the steering wheel. onan unpaved surface, it's especiallyimportant to avoid sudden acceleration, sudden turns, or sudden braking. In a way, off-road driving requires a - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 170
steep to climb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard tojudge. On a very smallhill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where can easily see all the you way to the top. On a large hill, the incline may get steeper asyou near thetop, but - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 171
must not do. First, here's what youshould do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply theparking brake. If your engine is still running, shift the transmission into reverse, release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill in reverse. If your - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 172
down the hill. Q: Suppose, after stalling, try to back down the hill and decidejust I I can't do it. What shouldI do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P) (or the manual transmission in first gear), and turn off the engine.Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 173
hill? Is there a hiddencreek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks? If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try keep your vehicle to headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and they won't have do all the work. Descend slowly, to - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 174
brakes. Apply the parking brake. Shift to PARK (P) (or to Neutral with the manual transmission) and, while still braking, restart theengine. Shift back toa low gear, release the parking brake, and drive straight down. 0 0 0 If the engine rollover. Surface conditions can bea problem when you drive - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Hidden obstacles can make the steepness the incline even worse. If of you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels dropinto a rut or depression, your vehicle can even more. tilt For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether try to drive to across an - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 176
mud, the lower the gear. In really deep mud, the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you don't getstuck. When you drive on sand, sink into the sand. has an This effect onsteering, accelerating, and braking. You may want to reducethe air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand. will - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 177
These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off-road Refer use. to the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 178
be impaired by alcohol ordrugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on -ld driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night 20-year-old are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. if you're driving, But don - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 179
should checked regularly be for proper aim, so should youreyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness - the inability tosee in dim light - and aren't even aware of it. Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road you stop, can't accelerate - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 180
1 Driving too fast throughlarge water puddlesor even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. Butif you can't, try to slow down before you hit them. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build under - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 181
" in the Index.) City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. part, 0 e Treat agreen light as a warningsignal. A traffic lightis there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you startto move, check - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 182
important adviceon freeway driving is: Keep with traffic and up keep to theright. Drive at the lane unless you want pass. to Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your signal. turn s s your exitdo not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? Lights: Are they all working? Are the lensesclean? Tires: They are vitallyimportant to a safe, trouble to avoid a major storm system? Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? Highway Hypnosis Is there actuallysuch a condition as "highway hypnosis"? - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the'road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently. 0 If you get sleepy, pull the road into a service .) Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check fluid levels andalso the all brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 185
a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled caror an accident. You may see highwaysigns on mountains thatwarn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 186
: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bagof sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. sure you - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 187
there. Whatever the condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snowdrive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the dkve wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your abilityto - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 188
extra clothing or wrap blanket around a you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats - anything you can wrap around vourself or tuck under your clothing keep warm. to IOU can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. 4-34 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 189
damage the transmission. Always put the transmission in a Neutral position while operating a power winch. Use the regularbrakes, set the parking brakeor block the wheelsto keep your vehiclefrom rolling. If your vehicleis equipped with an airbag, see "Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 190
brake firmly. 2. Place the automatic transmissionin PARK (P) or the manual transmission in the lowest gear (FIRST). 3. Firmly attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. Refer to the hitch manufacturer's instructions. 4. Place the transfer case shift lever in NEUTRAL ( ) N. NOTICE: Removal - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 191
of the LOCK position. This places the key into the OFF position, which unlocks the steering column while preventing battery drain. Unlocking the label also tells you the maximum weights the for front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 192
to change your weight ratings. your dealer to helpyou load your vehicle Ask the right way. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or is a crash, they'll keep going. There's also important loading information for off-road driving in this manual. See "Loading Your Vehicle" in theIndex. 4-38 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 193
is shown on the CertificatiodTire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as partof your load. If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory, remember to subtract the weight of these - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 194
result in costly repairs not covered your warranty.To pull a trailer by correctly, follow the advice in this part, and seeGM changes by in handling, durability, and economy. Successful, safe trailering takes fuel correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. That's the reason for this part - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 195
engine, axle or other parts couldbe damaged. 0 Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you towa trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 k d h ) and don't make starts full throttle. This at helps yourengine and other partsof your vehiclewear in at the heavier loads, e If you have an automatic - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 196
cold tires. You'll find to these numbers on the Certification label the driver'sdoor lock 900 kg), be sure to use a properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and sway control the body your vehicle when you of install a trailer hitch?If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 197
separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may and do not attach themto the bumper. Always leave just enough slack parts take 3,000 psi (20 650 kPa) of pressure? If the not, trailer brake system must not be used with your vehicle. If everything checks out this far, then make the brake - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 198
nearly responsive as your vehicle isby itself. as Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 199
re about to turn, change lanes orstop. When towing a trailer, the greenarrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burnedout. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they not. It's important are to check occasionally to besure - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 200
steep uphill grades, consider the following: on Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than automatic transmission in PARK (or the manual transmission (P) out of gear and the parking brake applied) for a few minutes before turning the engine off. If do get the overheat warning, see "Engine - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 201
for more on this. Things thatare especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system, and brake adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. you're - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 202
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Problems on the Road Section Here you'll find what todo about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. 5-1 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 204
all the way down to make your front and ' rear turn signal lights flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position won't work. The flashers will stop if you step on the brake. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles,you can set one up at the side of the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 205
, even if you have a manual transmission. And if you have an automatic transmission, won't start that it way. To Jump Start YourVehicle: 1. Check the other vehicle. must have a 12-volt battery with a negative It ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn'ta 12-volt system witha negative ground - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 206
transmission in NEUTRAL If you have a (N). four-wheel-drive vehicle witha manual transfercase shift lever,be sure the transfer case not in NEUTRAL(N). is 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn all lights that aren't off needed, and radios.This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 207
. 8. Now connect the black negative(-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) terminal. Don't letthe other end touch anything until the next The other end step. of the negative cable doesn't to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy go unpainted metal art on the engine of the vehicle with the dead - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 208
18 inches cm) away from the dead battery, (45 but not near engine parts that move. electrical connection is just as The good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the batterymuch is less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine a for while. 11. Try to start the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 209
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and know howto tow it without damage. If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory-new byadding things like fog lamps,aero skirting, or special tires and - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 210
device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle's steering column lock for this. The transmission (eitherautomatic or manual) should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the transfer case (either manual shift or electronic shift), if you have one, should be in 2HI. The parking brake should be released - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Towing From the Front (Except All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Towing From the Rear (Except A//' Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional rampingmay be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. If your - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Towing From theFront (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may required for car-carrier equipment. be Use safety chainsand wheel straps. If - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Towing From the Rear (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional rampingmay be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. If your - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 215
Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 216
(N); otherwise, shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@)or DRIVE (D) for automatic transmissions. If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes.the warning doesn't come back on, If you can drive normally. If the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 217
system. NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn't covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. See if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down. If it doesn't, your vehicle needs service - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 218
distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See "Engine Coolant'' in the Index more for information proper coolant the about mix.) . NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant. 1 5-16 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 219
When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank at ADD, start your vehicle. is If the overheat warning continues, there's more thing you can try. You one can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but sure the be cooling system is cool before youdo it. 5-17 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 220
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure when the coolingsystem, cap including the radiator pressure and upper radiator cap hose, is a hiss, wait for thatto stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. as you turnit. Remove the pressure cap. .. " 5-18 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 221
1 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-19 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 222
line up like this. Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most every day driving conditions the transmission slipping or making extra shifts. It is merely the cooling system - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 223
out" while you're driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. air goes out of a tire, it's much more likely to If leak out brake a stop, well off the road if to possible. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. Changing - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 224
equipped with work gloves and a plastic ground mat to assist in the changing a flat tire. of Jacking Equipment Storage The jacking equipment you'll need cases, you may have to remove the spare tire in order to reach the jack. To remove your jack cover, pullup on the latch. Pull the wheel blocks, - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Band C. Work Gloves E Wheel Blocks D. Mat E. Jack Storage Cover Spare Tire G. Hub Cap Removal Tool (Some models) H. Wheel Wrench I. Jack J. Jacking Instructions Your spare tire isin your vehicle's rear area, either mounted inside to the driver's wall or outside to the endgate, stowed under the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 226
To Remove the Rear-Mounted Spare Tire Make sure the carrierarm is fully latched to the endgate. Remove the tire's cover. The locking wheel nut can be removed by snapping the rubber weather cover off the face of the lock case. Insert the key and pull the lock case straight off. It is not necessary - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 227
NOTICE: Never remove or restow a tire frodto a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle supported by a is jack. Always tighten the tire fully against the undersidethe vehicle when of restowing. Insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, into the hole in the rear bumper. Be - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. NOTICE: To help avoid vehicle damage, do not drive vehicle before cable is restored. ~~~ ~ ~~~ ~ Inside-Mounted Spare Tire (%Door Standard) A. Spare Tire B . Retainer (Two-wheel drive) C. Nut D. Cover E. Retainer (Four-wheel drive) F. Wheel Carrier 5-26 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 229
) A. Wheel Carrier B. Spare Tire C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder Underbody-Mounted Spare Tire (&Door Standard) A. Retainer B . Valve Stem (Pointed Down) C. Spare Tire D. E. F. G. Spring Wheel Wrench Lower Raise H. Hoist Asm Changing the Tire Start with thejacking equipment. See "Jacking - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 230
hub caps or wheel nut caps reach your wheel to nuts. If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be removed in order to get the wheel nuts. Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 231
cap wheel nut caps before you take the hub cap. off Some jack storage covers are equipped with a hubcap removal tool. Position the hub cap removal tool in the notch and pull straight away from the wheel to avoid potential damage to the hub cap and wheel painuwheel surface. If you - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Using the wheel wrench, loosenall the wheel nuts. Don't remove them yet. Do not jack up the vehicle with people or near the vehicle. in Position thejack under the vehicle. A. Front Frame Hole B . Rear Frame - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 233
NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle tooff the jack. fall Be sure to the jack lift head into the proper location before fit raising your vehicle. Raise the vehicleby turning the wheel wench clockwise. AM Raise the vehicle - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 234
Take off the flat tire. f, : i I Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfacesand spare wheel. Place the spareon the wheel mounting surface. Put on the spare tire. 5-32 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the cone-shaped end is toward the wheel. Tighten eachnut by hand until the wheel held against the hub. a nut is If can't be turned hand, use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soo by as possible. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 236
tighten wheel nuts firmly ina criss-cross sequence as the shown. Remove the wheel blocks. Storing theJack and Spare Tire Return the jack, end the wheel wrench, on an angle, through the hole in of the rear bumper and into the hoist Turn the wheel wrench shaft. clockwise until the tire is raised - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 237
. The key does not haveto be inserted into the lock. Push the lock case to be sureisitsecured. The special lug nut and lock case is not intended to be used on any road wheel, only on the spare wheel carrier. If you have an rear-mounted spare tire carrier, tighten the nuts to - 32 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 238
the area around That your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST or (1) SECOND (2) gear and REVERSE), spinning the wheels little as possible. as Release the accelerator pedal while you and press lightlyon the shift - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 239
I NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. vehicle Your could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty. 5-37 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 240
Notes 5-38 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 241
dealerknows your vehicle best and wants to be happy with you it. We hope you'llgo to your dealer all your service needs. You'll for get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you'll want to keep your GM vehicleGM. Genuine GM parts all have one of these marks: 6-1 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Service Manual. It tells you much more about how service to your vehicle than this manual To order the proper service manual, can. see "Service Publications" in the Index. You should keepa record with all parts with a light load asa normal condition,you may use middle grade or regular unleaded gasolines - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 243
You'll see UNLEADED right on the pump. And only unleaded nozzles willfit into your your engine needs service. But don't worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you're accelerating or can corrode metalparts'inyour fuel system and 1 also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't be - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 244
With all. continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine can deteriorate quickly. oil Your vehicle's oxygen sensor will be damaged. All that means costly repairs that wouldn't be covered of by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask auto - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Filling Your Tank I 1 The fuel cap is behind a hingeddoor on the driver's side of your vehicle. While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. I To take off the cap, turn it slowly to theleft (counterclockwise). 6-5 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 246
can get one for you.you get the wrong type,may notfit or If it have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged. Checking Things Under the Hood the open To hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower driver's sideof the instrument panel - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 247
secondary hood release. Lift thehood, release the hood propfrom its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. You may have a light that comes on when you lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 248
on the hood. It's a good idea check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle be on must level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 249
To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it withpaper towel orcloth, then push it a back in all the way.Remove it again, keeping the tip down. When to Add Oil If the oil is ator below the ADD line, then you'll needto add some oil. But you must usethe right kind.This part explains - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 250
" symbol. The "Starburst" symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute(API), and is preferred for use inyour gasoline engine. If you change your ownoil, be sure you use oil that has the "Starburst" symbol on the front the oil container. you have your oil - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 251
should also use the proper viscosity oil your vehicle, as shown in for the following chart: RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMV AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. HOT WEATHER F t 100 LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 252
ready to advise you Your if think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true you: for 0 need to change your for oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) 3 months - whichever comes or first. If none of them is true, change the oil and filter every 7,500 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 253
used oil, ask yourdealer, a service station or local recycling center a for help. Air Cleaner To remove the rectangular air cleaner filter for the 4.3L (VIN W) engine, open bothclamps and pushthe rear of the air cleaner back toward the rear of the engine compartment to change the filter. 6-13 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 254
air cleaner in place when you're driving. Automatic TransmissionFluid -When to Checkand Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine when to change your fluid. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 255
some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 256
. 3. Check both sides the dipstick, and read the lower of level. The fluid COLD area for a cold checkor in theHOT area or level must be in the cross-hatched area for a hotcheck. 4. If the fluid levelis in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way; then the handle down lock the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 257
the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place. Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to haveit checked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in your manual transmission doesn't require changing. How to Check Because this - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler Plug2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the fluid level isgood, install the plug and be sure is fully seated. If it the fluid level is low, add more fluiddescribed inthe next steps. as How to Add Fluid - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 259
reservoir cap. Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottomof the filler plug hole, you - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 260
determine what kind of lubricant to use. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinehow often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. 6-20 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 261
is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. What toUse Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants"in the Index. Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 262
repair wouldn't be coveredby cost your warranty.Too much waterin the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Some conditions, such as air trapped in the cooling system, can affect the coolant level in the radiator. Check the coolant level when engine is cold the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 263
Coolant k To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level shouldbe at ADD, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be to FULL HOT, O UP r a little higher. To Add Coolant If you need morecoolant, add theproper mix ut the coolant recovery tank. Add coolant - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 264
installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, a GM cap is recommended. See "Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations" in - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 265
and completely tightenThen it. remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark. A fluid loss in this system could indicateproblem. Have the system a inspected and repaired. What to Add - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 266
NOTICE: 0 ~ ' When using concentrated washerfluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. Don't mix water with ready-to-use washer other parts the washersystem. Also, water of doesn't cleanas well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full whenit's very cold. - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 267
ll have too much fluid when you get new linings. You should add brake (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work done on the brake is hydraulic system. Refer to theMaintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid. See "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" in the Index. 6-27 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 268
container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it. @ NOTICE: 0 Don't let someoneput in the wrong kind of fluid. For example, just few drops of mineral-based oil, such asengine a oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have tobe - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 269
rear brake linings inspected. Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing. When you have the front brakes replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake Pedal - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 270
work well togetherthe vehicle is to have really good if braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality brake parts in GM them, as your vehicle does whenisit new. When you replace parts your of braking system -for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to havenew ones put in - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all thelamps are off and the engine isn't running. 2 . Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer. 3 . Unplug and remove the headlamp. c - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 272
Halogen Bulbs Composite Headlamps I . Open the hood. 2. Remove the black protective caps from the removal pins at the topofthe radiator support. Use a hex socket to unscrew pins. 3. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. (Some vehicles may have side by side bulbs.) 4. Unplugthe electrical connector - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 273
side bulbs .) . . 4. Unplugthe electrical connector. I _I 5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. , . I 6. Put the new bulb into the headlamp lens assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 7. Plug in the electrical connector. L 8. Put the headlamp lens assembly backinto the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 274
1. Reach under the bumper and behind the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 2. Push the tab on the socket, turn the socket counterclockwise and pullit out into the socket untilit clicks. 5. Put the socket backinto the parking/turn signallamp assembly and turn it clockwise untilit locks in place. 6-34 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Rear Lamps r 1. Open the endgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull the assembly away from the fender . it 7. Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn the socketclockwise until it locks in place. 8. Install the lamp assembly and screws. 9. Close the endgate. 6-35 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) If you have a two-door model, your CHMSL will be located on a replacement CHMSL assembly. Other Maintenance Items Whdshield Wiper Blade Replacement NOTICE: Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly. Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 277
6. Arm Hook Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking Pull down on the tab. blade assembly to release from the wiper arm hook. it Remove the insert from the blade assembly.The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly. At the notched - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 278
To Install the New Wiper Blade: Slide the insert (notched end last) into the blade claws'at end "A". Plastic caps will be forced as the insertis fully inserted. off 1 4 1 . End "A" 2 . End "B" 3. Retaining Caps 4. Notch 0 5 I 4 6-38 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 279
onto the windshield. Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement See Windshield WiperBlade Replacement in this section instructions on for how to change the backglass wiper blade. (The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position like the windshield wiper blade, so care from the vehicle - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 280
your vehicle. fuel If you use leaded fuel, you could damage your three-way catalytic converter and other engine components. Engine Control Module System This system has an oxygen (02) sensor that helps keep your engine's air-fuel mixture at a proper level. Use only unleaded fuel your vehicle.If in - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 281
function Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) This light onyour instrument panel lets you know whenyour emission system needs service. See "Malfunction Indicator is the driver'sdoor lock pillar, shows on the correct inflation pressuresfor your tires, when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehiclehas - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 282
have much air(overinflation), you can get: too Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride 0 Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire , be sure to put them back They help prevent on. leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. 6-42 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 283
wear. If unusual wearpresent, rotate your tires as is soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also checkdamaged tires for or wheels. See "When It's Timefor first rotation is the most important. "Scheduled See Maintenance Services"in the Indexfor scheduled rotation intervals. FRT n FRT When - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 284
when it's timefor new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear puncture, cut, or other damage that can't be repaired well because of the sizeor location of the damage. rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. your tires have an all-season - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 285
the actual conditions their use, of however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practicesand differences a levelof performance which allpassenger car tires must meetunder the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 286
Motors performance standards and have been approved use on for General Motors carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you needto replace any of your wheels, wheel or wheel nuts, bolts, replace them only with new GM originalequipment parts - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 287
I NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, tire or tire and chain clearanceto the body and chassis. Used Replacement Wheels 6-47 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 288
you must. Use only SAE Class "S" type chains that are the proper for yourtires. Install them on the drive axle size tires (four-wheeldrive vehicles can use chains on both axles) and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Driveslowly and follow the chain manufacturer - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others- and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Don't use anyof these unless this manual soon as you can - before they set. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change toa clean area often.A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Use solvent- - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 290
the area to remove any loose dirt. Always cleana whole trim panelor section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose should at the outsideof the start stain, "feathering" toward the center. Keep changing clean section a to of thecloth. When you cleana stain from fabric - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 291
keep it Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetableoils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: 0 Carefully scrape off excess stain. Follow the solvent-type instructions - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 292
Vinyl Use warm water and clean cloth. a Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove You may have to doit dirt. more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and the windshield and even makedifficult to see through the windshield it under certain conditions. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. 6-52 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 293
) at or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don't use theblade with water. Wiper bladesshould be checked on a regular basis and replaced when clean clothat least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 294
vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm cold water. or Don't wash mild polishing your vehicleby hand may be of necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM clearcoat gives more depthand gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 295
be 1 NOTICE: If you have aluminum wheels, don't use an automatic vehicle wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes. These brushes can sheetmetal repair or replacement, make sure the body repairshop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or to remove foreign matter. 6-55 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 296
dealer's body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control collect on can the underbody.If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and as exhaust system even though - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 297
Appearance Care Materials Chart PART SIZE 16 oz. (0.473L) DESCRIPTION Tar andRoad Oil waxes, Remover USAGE Removesold polishes, tar and roadoil NUMBER 1050172 1050173 1050174 1050214 Chrome Cleaner Removes rust corrosion Polish and and on chrome and stainless steel 16 oz. (0.473L) White - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 298
from outside your vehicle.VIN also The appears on the vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the enginecode. This code will help you identify yourengine, specifications, and replacement - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 299
b r 1 I 6-59 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 300
-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle hasan air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle,see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 301
too heavy, the circuit break opens and closes, protecting the circuit until problem isfixed. the Trailer Wiring Harness The optional seven-wire trailer wiring harness is protected by an in-line fuse in the battery feed wire. This fuse is nearthe junction block in the front, driver's side fender.See - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 302
, and are subject to change. If of a part listed in this manual is not same as the part used in your vehicle the when it was built, or if you have anyquestions, please contact yourGM truck dealer. Engine Identification Engine Description Type VIN Code Fuel System Produced By Emissions **Central - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 303
TORQUE 95 ft. lbs. ( 130 Nom) Cooling System Capacity ENGINE 4.3L VIN CODE W QUANTITY* 12.1 Quarts (11.5 Liters) *All quantities are approximate. After refill, the level MUST checked. be Crankcase Capacity ENGINE 4.3L VIN CODE W QUANTITY WITH FILTER* 4.5 Quarts (4.3 Liters) *All quantities - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Fog Lamp Underhood Lamp INTERIOR LAMPS Ash Tray Lamp Courtesy Lamp Dome Lamp (Front) Dome Lamp (Rear) Four-wheel Drive Indicator Heater & AC Control Glovebox Compartment Lamp Overhead Console Reading Lamps Rearview Mirror Lamps Sunshade Vanity Mirror Lamps QUANTITY 2 TRADE NO. 2E1 9006 HB4 (Low Beam - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 305
and must be replaced as such. Anti-lock Brake Warning Indicator Brake System Warning Indicator Check Gages Indicator Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Charging System Indicator High Beam Indicator Instrument Cluster Illumination Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) Seat Belt Indicator - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 306
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Fuse Legend 0 10 Amp - Red 0 15 Amp - Blue 0 20 Amp - Yellow 0 25 Amp - Clear 0 30 Amp - Green 6-66 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 307
NAME PWR ACCY PWR WDO CIRCUITS PROTECTED Power Door Locks, Power Seat, Power Seat Lumbar, RKE Power Windows Lamps, PowerOutside Rearview Mirror, Liftglass Release Motor, Illuminated Entry Module Park Lamps, License Plate Lamps, Electric Shift Transfer Case Module, Under Hood Lamp, Rear Wiper, Fog - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 308
, Cam Sensor, CANN, Purge Heater-A/C Blower Motor, Temperature Door Motor, A/C Compressor Clutch, HI Blower Relay Coil, Timer Relay Coil Power Auxiliary Outlets, ALDL Rear Window Defogger PCMNCM Battery, ABS Battery(LN2), Fuel Pump PCMNCM Ignition, Injectors, Crank Sensor, Coil Driver Module 6-68 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 309
Console Reading Lamps, Rear Wiper, Rear Washer Overhead Console Display Clock, Radio Battery,CD Player Cluster Illumination, Ash Tray Lamp, Radio Illumination, Heater Lamp, Four-wheel Drive Illumination, Chime Module, Fog Lamp Illumination Rear Wiper Switch, Rear Defog Switch Illumination Lift Glass - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 310
Motor DRAC, Anti-Lock Braking System, Cruise Control Electric Shift Transfer Case Crank Signal Fog Lamp Relay, Fog Lamps Air Bag Module 4L60E Automatic Transmission PRNDL Power Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations Engine (VIN) Oil Filter Air Cleaner Filter PCV Valve Spark Plugs - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Refrigerant Capacity TYPE R134a *All Quantities Are Approximate QUANTITY* 30 oz. (.85 kg) NOTICE: R134a refrigerantis not compatible with R-12 refrigerantin an air conditioning system. R-12 in an R134a system will cause compressor failure, refrigerant oil sludge, or poor air conditioning system - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 312
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maintenance not only helps keep your vehiclein good to working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures areimportant. Improper vehicle maintenance the or removal of important components can significantly affect the qualitythe of air we breathe. Improper fluid - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 314
get them in this manual. "Service See Publications" in the Index. "Part B: Owner Checks and Services" you what shouldbe checked tells whenever you stop for fuel. It also explains what can easily do to help you keep your vehicle in good condition. "Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections" explains - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 315
questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see you GM dealer. This part tells you the maintenance servicesyou should have done and whe you should schedule them. you go to your dealer your service needs, If for you'll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform th - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 316
) 000 Air Cleaner Filter Inspection,if driving in dusty conditions Front Wheel Bearing Repack (2WD Only) Every 30,000 Miles (50000 km) Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Spark Plug Replacement Fuel Filter Replacement 24 Cooling System Service (or every months) Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Automatic - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 317
months) Spark Plug Replacement Fuel Filter Replacement Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Front Wheel Bearing Repack (2-Wheel Drive Only) Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions) Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Spark Plug Wire Inspection Engine Accessory Drive - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 318
, drain fluid and refillevery 15,000 miles (25 k ) 000 m . More frequent lubricationmay be required for heavy-duty or off-road use. 0 0 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 3 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. suspension, ball joints (ball - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 319
splines universal joints, brake , pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs at every oil change (or every6 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid needed. Check as constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking. ** DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-7 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 320
. Check as constant velocity joints and axle sealsfor leaking. ** DATE SERVICED MILEAGE ACTUAL BY 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, ball joints (ball joints should - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 321
(or at each brake relining, whichever occursfirst). DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the frontsuspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 322
. Check as constant velocity joints and axle seals leaking. ** for DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 24,000 Miles (40 km) 000 0 Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, ball joints (ball joints should - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 323
. Check constant velocity joints and axleseals for leaking.** DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 324
repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter.Replace filter more often under dusty conditions. An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection andRotation" in - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 325
. Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking.** I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE I SERVICED BY: I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 326
brake cable guides, propshaft splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs at every change (or every6 oil months, whichever occursfirst). 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid needed. Check as constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking.** Inspect air - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 327
and add fluid needed. Check as constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking.** DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY: L 50,000 Miles ( 3 000 km) 8 0 Change automatic transmission fluid andfilter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 328
as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle sealsfor leaking.** DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, balljoints (ball joints should - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 329
. Check fluid constant velocityjoints and axle seals leaking.** for DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 60,000 Miles (I00 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Control Service. 0 Inspect spark plug wires. Emission Control Service. ? An 0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dlust: conditions. An Emission ControlSewice. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks .Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts needed - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 331
add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** in 0 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. DATE SERVICED MILEAGE ACTUAL BY: 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 332
splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs every oil change (or every 6 at months, whichever occurs first). 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.An Emission Control Service. 0 Check readfront axle fluid level - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 333
splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs at every change (or every 6 oil months, whichever occursfirst). 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking.** DATE MILEAGE ACTUAL SERVICED BY i 7-21 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 334
and axle seals leaking.** for 0 Check readfront axle DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: i 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs 3 Service. first). An Emission Control Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 335
splines, universal joints, brake every oil change (or every6 pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs at months, whichever occurs first). as 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid needed. Check constant velocityjoints and axle sealsfor leaking.** 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 336
. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals leaking.** for DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.. Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 337
and addfluid as needed. Check constant velocityjoints and axle sealsfor leaking.** DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven underone or more of these conditions: - In heavy city trafficwhere - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 338
Drive axle service: 0 Locking Differential - Drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change. At subsequent oil changes, check fluid Change engine oil and filter (or every 12months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 339
add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** 22,500 Miles( 7500 km) 3 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fist). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 340
splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal springsat every oil change (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals leaking.** for 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 341
splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs every oil change (or every 12 at months, whichever occurs first). 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid needed. Check as constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** DATE ACTUAL SERVICED MILEAGE BY - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 342
conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. 52,500 Miles (87 500) 12 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. joints 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball (ball joints - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 343
Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 344
, universal joints, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs at every change (or every 12 oil months, whichever occurs first). 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid needed. Check as constant velocityjoints and axle seals leaking.** for DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-32 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 345
splines, universal joints, brake pedal springs, and clutch pedal springs every oil change (or every 12 at months ,whichever occurs first). 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid needed. Check as constant velocityjoints and axle sealsfor leaking.** 0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 346
sparkplugs. An Emission Control Service. An 0 Inspect spark plug wires. Emission Control Service. ? 0 Replace air cleaner filter.An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any Replace parts as needed. Emission Control Service. ? An damage. I DATE - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 347
do not useyour vehicle underany of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not requirechanging. IJ Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed beloware owner checks and services which should be performed at the - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 348
specifiedrinD. Pt a Body Lubrication Lubricate all body door hinges, the body fuel door and rear hood, compartment hinges, latches and locks including interior glove box and console doors, and any moving seathardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever pivotand prop rod pivot. Part D tells you what - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 349
accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn the off engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, t y to start the engine in each gear. r The starter should work onlyin PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter worksin any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairfy steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 351
System Lubricate all pivot points with engine oil, except the TBI throttle shaft.Do not lubricate the cam pulley. Remove all external deposits pulley. Do from not oil any accelerator or cruise control cables. Replace any cables thathav high effort or excessive wear. Drive Axle Service Check - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 352
or equivalent. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). @ Engine Coolant Coolant Supplement Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Parking Brake Guides Power Steering System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent). Chassis - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 353
Standard, Front and Rear Axle Differential, Locking FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271) orSAE 8OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. Pr Axle Lubricant (GM a t No. 1052271) orSAE 8OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. DEXRON@-I11 Automatic Transmission - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 354
). Gas Line De-Icer (GM Part No. 1051516). USAGE Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring Anchor b. Release Pawl FLUIDILUBRICANT See "Specifications Chart"in the Index for recommended replacement filters, valves and spark plugs. Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 355
I Record Maintenance I TOO01 I I I I 7-43 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 356
I Record Maintenance TOO01 7-44 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 357
and Chevrolet. Normally, anyconcern with the sales transaction or the operation your of vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's Sales or Service the matter has already been reviewed the Sales, Service, or Parts with Manager, contact the owner of the dealership orthe General Manager. 8-1 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 358
800-496-9994. In other overseas locations, contact North American GM Export Sales in Canada by calling 1-905-6444 1 12. For prompt assistance, prompt attention. However, you wish to write if Chevrolet, write to: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer AssistanceCenter P. 0. Box 7047 Troy, MI - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 359
can assist in arriving at a solutionto a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs interpretation of or the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE. BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 360
Customer Satisfaction Procedure before resort you to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at1-800-222-1020. NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA,you may - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 361
(or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us. Please call at 1-800-222-1020, us or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P 0. Box 7047 . Troy, MI 48007-7047 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (French). Or, write: General - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 362
available help you solve your problem or coordinate to a variety of quality services through Chevrolet's dealer network and their preferred service providers. The following services are available: Towing 0 0 Locksmith Tire repair Rental car or taxi Additional services as necessary 0 For prompt - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered conjunction in with the coverage provided by the BUMPER TO BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retailpurchasers of 1995 Chevrolet/Geopassenger car and light duty trucks (please your selling - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 364
current many past model and General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information: United States ...1-800-5514123 Canada ...1-800-668-5539 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnosis and repair information all chassis and for body systems. Theymay be useful for owners - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 365
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Index A Air Bag (See "Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR)") Readiness Light (See "Lights") Accessory Power Outlets ...2-54 Aircleaner ...6-13 Air Conditioning (See "Heater/Air Conditioning Controls") All-Wheel Drive (Option) ...2-29. 6-20 Antennacare ...3-19 Anti-Lock Brakes (See "Brakes - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 370
(See "Audio Systems") 640 Catalytic Converter ...Certificatiomire Label ...4-37 Changing a Flat Tire ...5-21 Chemical Paint Spotting ...6-56 Child Restraints (See "Safety Belts") CHMSL (Center High Mounted Stop Lamp) ...6-36 Cigarette LightedAshtrays ...2-54 Circuit Breakers (See "Fuses and Circuit - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 371
32 DrunkenDriving ...4-2 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...6-60 Endgate ...2-8 Emergency Release ...2-12 HatchRelease ...2-8 Mounted Spare Tire Carrier ...2-11 Engine Adding Coolant ...5- 13. 6-23 Aircleaner ...6-13 Coolant Heater ...2-18.3-2. 6-13 Coolant ...6-21 Coolant Temperature Gage (See - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 372
6-20 2-30 Manual Transfer Case ...Electronic Transfer Case ...2-32 Fuel FillingYourTank ...6-5 ForeignCountries ...6 4 Gage (See "Gages") Gasolines for Cleaner Air ...:6-4 Tank Capacity ...6-63 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-60, 6-66 FuseBlock ...6-61 . G Gages 2-77 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 373
6-64 Lamp and Bulb Data ...Operation of Lighting System ...2-38 Overhead Console Reading ...2-58 RearLamps ...6-35 Lights Air Bag Readiness Light ...2-69 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...2-71 BrakeSystemLight ...2-70 Charging System Light ...2-74 CheckGagesLight ...2-74 Daytime Running Lamps - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 374
13 . OwnerChecksandServices ...7-35 P Parking Brake ( See "Brakes-Parking") OverThingsThatBurn ...2-27 Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) ...2-27 Passing (See "Driving-Passing") Payload (See "Loading Your Vehicle") Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...7-38 Power Door Locks ( See "Doors") Steering - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 375
...6-52 Cleaning ...Checking Restraint System ...140 Child Guides ...RearSeatPassengers ...1-24 Reminder Light (See "Lights") 1-40 Replacing Seat and Restraint Parts Motors ...8-5 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States ...8-4 SafetyWarningsandSymbols ...iv Scheduled Maintenance Services - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 376
Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-21 How the Air Bag System Works...1-18 1-21 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... T Tachometer (See "Gages") TemperatureDisplay ...Theft ...Thermostat ...TiltWheel(Option) ...Tires ...Balancing (See "Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance") Chains ...Flat (See "Changing - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 377
...2-32 Manual ...2-30 Transmission Automatic ...2-19 When to Check and Change Fluid ...6-14 HowToCheck ...6-14 How To Add ...6-17 Five-SpeedManual ...2-22 When to Check ...6-17 How To Check ...6-17 How To Add ...6-18 * Shift Light ( See "Lights") Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) ...2-26 - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 378
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ...Aluminum ...Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps ...NutTorque ...Replacement ...UsedReplacement ...Winches ...Windows ...Swing-Out Windows (2-Door Only) ...Windshield Rear Wiper Blade Replacement ...Rearwipermasher ...Washer ...WasherFluid ...Wiper ...WiperBladeChatter - 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | Owner's Manual - Page 379
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