1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER key

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine I
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 to turn
the key.
Put the spare tire near the flat tire.
The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and wheel
wrench
(B). Your vehicle may also have an optional hub
cap removal tool.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Follow this diagram for the inside-mounted spare. Follow this diagram for the rear-mounted spare.
C
D i
C7
- i,
A. Spare or Flat Tire
B. Retainer (Two-Wheel Drive)
C. Nut
D. Retainer (Four-wheel Drive)
E. Wheel Carrier
E Hook
A. Wheel Carrier
B. Spare Tire
C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder
Reinstall the locking wheel
nut using the wheel wrench.
Then push the lock case onto
the lug nut until it stops.
The key does not have to be inserted into the lock. Push
the lock case to be sure
it is secured. The special lug nut
and lock case is not intended to be used on any road
wheel.
only on the spare wheel carrier. Tighten the nuts
on the wheel carrier to 22 to 32 Ib-ft (30 to 40 N-m).

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine rnrl WOO ACCY d co A w
FuseKircuit Breaker
A
B
Usage
Power Door Locks, Power Seat,
Power Seat Lumbar, Remote
Keyless Entry
Power Windows, Sunroof
Module/Motor
FuseKircuit
Breaker Usage
1
2
3
4
Stoplamps, Hazard Lamps, Chime,
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Relay,
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
Dome Lamps. Cargo Lamps, Visor
Vanity Mirror, Cigarette Lighter,
Inside Rearview Mirror Lamp,
Overhead Console Lamps, Glove
Box Lamp, Horns, Horn Relay, IP
Courtesy Lamps, Power Outside
Rearview Mirror, Liftglass Release
Motor, Illuminated Entry Module
Parking
Lamps, License Plate Lamps.
Electric Shift Transfer Case Module,
Underhood Lamp, Rear Wiper. Fog
Lamp Relay, Door Switch Lamp,
Ashtray Lamp, Headlamp Switch
A/C Compressor Relay, Cluster
Chime Module, DRL Relay Coil,
Four-Wheel-Drive Indicator Lamp,
DRL Module, Rear Defog Timer,
Transfer Case Control Module
Ignition, SIR Redundant Ignition,
RKE Ignition. Fuel Sender Module
6-60

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak
or
miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” in the Index.
Manual Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Manual Transmission’’
in the Index. Check for leaks.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired
if needed.
Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See
“Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index.
A fluid loss in
this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
inspected and repaired at once.
At Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified
in Part D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door and fuel door hinges, rear
compartment hinges, latches and locks including
the
glove box, console doors and the body hood and any
moving seat hardware. Lubricate
the hood safety lever
pivot and prop rod pivot. Part
D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed
to a corrosive environment.
7-47

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Starter Switch Check
A CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured.
Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see ”Parking
Brake”
in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal. and be
ready to turn
off the engine imnlediately if it starts.
3. On automatic transmission vehicles.
try to start the
engine in each gear. The
starter should work only in
PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in
any other position. your vehicle needs service.
On manual transmission vehicles.
put the shift lever
in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway
and try
to start the engine. The starter’ shoLlld work
only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to
the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t
pushed all the way down. your vehicle needs service.
Brake-”kansmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
(Automatic Transmission)
I A CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured.
Follow the steps below.
’ . Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
It should be parked on a
level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see ”Parking Brake’‘
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately
if the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off. turn the key to the RUN
position, but don‘t start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake. try
to move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out
of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI
needs service.
7-48

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to
LOCK in each shift lever position.
0 With an automatic transmission, the key should turn
to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R).
0 With a manual transmission, the key should turn to
On vehicles with a key release button, try
to turn the key
to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should
turn to
LOCK only when you press the key button.
On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK (P) Mechanism Check
I A CAUTION:
~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin to move.
You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there
is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.
~ ~~~~____~~~~ ~ ~~ ~
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your
foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With
the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from
the regular brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is
held by
the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With
the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then
release all brakes.
7-49

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine USAGE
Manual
Transmission Automatic
Transmission
Key Lock
Cylinders
Chassis
Lubrication
Front Wheel Bearings
Differential,
Front and Rear
Axle
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Synchromesh Transmission
Fluid (GM Part No. 12345349
or equivalent).
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Pu ose lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI
# 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Wheel bearing lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI
# 2,
Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part
No. 105 1344
or equivalent).
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052271) or
SAE 8OW-90
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
USAGE
Transfer Case
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Transfer Case Shift Lever,
Propeller Shaft
Slip Splines and
Universal Joints
~ ~~~
Clutch Pushrod
to Clutch Fork
Joint
Constant
Velocity
Universal Joint
FLUIDLUBRICANT
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
GM Optikleen@ Washer
Solvent (GM Part No. 10515 15)
or equivalent.
Chassis lubricant
(GM Part
No. 12377985 or,equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI ## 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Chassis lubricant (GM
Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI
# 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI # 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
7-53

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Chevrolet/Geo Roadside
Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer
satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the
establishment of
the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance
Center.
As the owner of a 1997 Chevrolet/Geo,
membership
in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance
is available 24 hours
a day,
365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA
(1-800-243-8872). This toll-free number will provide
you over-the-phone roadside assistance
with minor
mechanical problems.
If your problem cannot be
resolved over
the phone, our advisors have access to a
nationwide network of dealer recommended service
providers. Roadside membership is free, however some
services may incur costs.
Roadside offers two levels
of service to the customer,
Basic Care and Courtesy” Care:
a
a
a
a
Toll-free number, 1-800-CHEV-USA
Free towing for warranty repairs
Basic over-the-phone technical advice
Available dealer services at reasonable costs (ie.,
wrecker services, locksmith/key service, glass
repair, etc.)