1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 72
1996 Chevrolet Blazer Manual
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Manual Transmission The ge ector should bein NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won't start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that's a safety feature. 3. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. Whenthe engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as'your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you could change theway the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, checkwith your dealer. If you don't, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the partof this manual that tells to do it how without damaging yourvehicle. See "Towing Your Vehicle'' in the Index. NOTICE: Holding your key in STARTfor longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And theexcessive heat can damage your starter motor. 2. If it doesn't start right away, holdyour key in START. If it doesn't start in 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds, or until it starts. 2-14