1995 CHEVROLET BLAZER instrument cluster

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After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the \
cord as
it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you
don’t, it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer
depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things.
Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your
GM
dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give
you the best advice for that particular area.
Automatic Transmission
c There are several
different positions for
your shift lever.
If your vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission, it now features an
electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster. This display
must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of
the
PARK (P) position. This means that if your key is in the OFF position,
but not locked, there will be a small current drain on your battery which
could discharge your battery over a period of time. If
you have a need to
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1. Vents
2. Instrument Cluster
3. Air ConditionedHeater
4. Glove Box
5. Audio system
6. Cigarette Lighter
6. Power Auxiliary (Option)
7. Parking Brake Release
8. Light Switches
9. Electronic Transfer Case
(Option)
10. Rear Defogger (Option)
11. Ashtray
12. Shelf
13. Fog Lamps (Option)
14. Rear Wipermasher (Option)
15. Rear Hatch (Option)
Instrument Cluster
Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your
vehicle
is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much
fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely
and economically.
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The red charging
system light is above
your oil temperature
gage on your
instrument cluster and
will come on briefly
when
you turn on the
ignition,
but the
engine
is not running,
as a check to show
you
it is working.
It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays
on, or comes on while
you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could
indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another
electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while t\
his light is on
could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all
your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
Check Gages Light
CHECK
GAGES
This amber CHECK
GAGES light is above
the
fuel gage on the
instrument cluster and
will come on briefly
when you are starting
the engine.
If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your coolant
temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see
if they are in the warning
zones.
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A
This green DRL
indicator light
is
above the fuel gage on
the instrument cluster.
The DRL indicator light is on whenever the ignition is
on and the headlight
switch and parking brake are
off. For more details about DRL, 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 is
on
will help you get the
best fuel economy.
See “SHIFT Light” in
this section.
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A
This blue high beam
indicator light is
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.
Turn Signal and Lane Change lndicator
This light with the
green arrows is on
both sides
of the
speedometer
on the
instrument cluster.
The turn signal
indicator will come on
whenever you signal a
turn or lane change.
See “Turn and Lane
Change Signal” in this section.
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NOTE: A PC part number indicates that the bulb and base are one
assembly 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
Turn Signal Indicator
Upshift Indicator
AIR BAG Indicator
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
1
1
2
1
1
PC74
PC74
PC74 PC74
PC74
PC74
PC168
PC74
PC 194
PC74 PC74
See
GM Dealer
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................................... 6-6
Horn .......................................................... 2-36
Hydraulic Clutch ................................................ 6-18
Hydroplaning (See “Driving in the Rain”)
I
If You’re Stuck in Sand. Mud. Ice. or Snow ........................... 5-35
Ignitionswitch .................................................. 2-14
Inflation-Tire Pressure ( See “Tires”)
Instrument Cluster
............................................... 2-65
Instrument Panel ................................................ 2-65
J
Jacking Equipment Storage ........................................ 5-22
Jump Starting .......... ....................................... 5-3
K
Key Release Button .............................................. 2-16
Keyless Entry System ............................................. 2-6
Keys ........................................................... 2-1
L
Labels
Lamps CertificatiodTire
.............................................. 4-37
Bulb Replacement ............................................. 6-31
Domes ...................................................... 2-50
FogLamps .................................................. 2-48
Front
Parkingmum Signal ....................................... 6-34
Headlights (See “Headlamps”)
Lamp and Bulb Data
........................................... 6-64
Operation of Lighting System .................................... 2-38
Overhead Console Reading ...................................... 2-58
RearLamps .................................................. 6-35
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 (DRL) Light ............................. 2-75
Headlamp High Beam Light ..................................... 2-76
Headlights (See “Headlamps”)
Malfunction Indicator
..................................... 2-72. 641
Safety Belt Reminder Light ..................................... 2-69
Service Engine Soon (See “Malfunction Indicator”)
ShiftLight
.............................................. 2-23. 2-75
Turn Signal and Lane Change Light ............................... 2-76
Lights
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