1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER radio

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock
your doors and rear endgate from up
to 30 feet (9 m)
away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied
with your vehicle.
Your Keyless Entry System operates on
a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry and
Science Canada.
This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1 ) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with
RSS-210 of Industry and
Science Canada. Operation is subject
to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received. including interference that may
cause undesired operation
of the device.
Changes or modifications to this system other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization
to
use this equipment. This
system has
a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to
30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in
range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry
system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have
to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to
work, try this:
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Check to determine if battery replacement or
resynchronization
is necessary. See the instructions
that follow.
Check the distance.
You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may
need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take
a few steps to the left or right,
and
try again.
If you're still having trouble. see your GM dealer or
a qualified technician for service.
Changes or modifications
to this system by other than an
authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine New Vehicle “Break-In”
I NOTICE:
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Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate
“break-in.” But
it will perform better in the long
run if you follow these guidelines:
0 Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or
less for the
first 500 miles (805 km).
0 Don’t drive at any one speed -- fast or
slow
-- for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Don’t make full-throttle starts.
200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time
your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard
stops with new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier replacement.
Follow this breaking-in guideline every
time you get new brake linings.
See “Towing
a Trailer’’ in the Index for
more information.
0 Avoid making hard stops for the first
0 Don’t tow a trailer during break-in.
Ignition Positions
Use the key to turn the ignition switch to five different
positions.
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ACCESSORY (A): ACCESSORY lets you use things
like the radio and the windshield wipers when
the
engine is off. Push in the key and turn it toward you.
Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was
before
you inserted the key.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment, lift
the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots
for cassettes and
a coinholder.
A storage compartment under your radio may be used to
hold small items.
Convenience Net (If Equipped)
You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to
help keep small items, like gloves and light clothing
in place
during
sharp turns or quick stops and starts.
The net is not designed to retain these items during
off-road use. The net
is not for larger, heavier items.
The convenience net is anchored
to the endgate door.
Attach
the upper loops to the retainers on either side of
the endgate opening (the label should be in the upper
passenger side corner, visible from the rear
of vehicle).
Attach
the lower hooks to the rear cargo tie downs on
the floor.

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!Mini Console
Full-Size Console
This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions
of up to three individual hand-held transmitters. It will
operate garrage doors and gates. or with the accessory
package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such
as home/office lighting systems and security systems.
The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies
of most current transmitters and is powered by your
vehicle's battery
and charging system.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
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, the air bag module,
the wiring and
the diagnostic module. For more
information
on the air bag system, see ‘*Air Bag” in
the Index.
AIR
BAG
This light will come on
when you start your engine,
and
it will flash for a few
seconds.
Then the light
should
go out. This means
the system
is ready.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the
engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag
system may
not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away. The
air bag
readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when
you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the
light doesn’t corne
on then, have it fixed so it will be
ready
to warn you if there is a problem.
Charging System Indicator Light
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~ The charging system light
~ 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
this 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.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be
sure to read about the particular systems supplied
with your vehicle.
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Comfort Controls
Climate Control System
Air Conditioning
Heating Ventilation System
Defogging and Defrosting
Rear Window Defogger (Option)
Audio Systems
Setting the Clock
Setting the Clock for AM-FM Stereo
with Compact Disc Player and Automatic
Tone Control
AM-FM Stereo 3-8
3- 10
3- 13
3-17
3- 19
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
(If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo
with Cassette Tape Player
and Equalizer
(If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo
with Compact Disc Player
and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
Theft-Deterrent Feature
Understanding Radio Reception
Tips About Your Audio System
Care of
Your Cassette Tape Player
Care
of Your Compact Discs
Fixed Mast Antenna

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Your Delco" audio system has been designed to operate
easily and give
years of listening pleasure. You will yet
the most etl-joyment out of it if ~OLI acq~laint yo~~t-self
with it first. Find out what yo11r Delco system can do
and how
to operate all its controls. to be sure you're
went
into it.
2 Oettins the most out of the advanced engineering that
Setting the Clock for ANI-FM Stereo
with Compact Disc Player and Automatic
Tone Control
AM-FM Stereo
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Playing the Radio

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Finding a Station
AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM
and FM. The display shows your selection.
TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations.
SEEK: Press this button to go to the next higher station
and stop.
SCAN: Press this button to listen to each station for a
few seconds. The radio
will go to the next station, stop
for
a few seconds, then go to the next station. SCAN
will appear on the display. Press SCAN again to
stop scanning.
PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let
you t-cturn to your favorite stations. You can set LIP to
lit stations (seven AM and seven FM). Just:
4. Press SET. (SET \vi11 appear on the display. j
In addition to the four stations already set. up to three
more stations may be preset on each band by pressing
two adjoining buttons at
the same time. Just:
1. Tune in the desired station.
2. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
3. Press two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time,
within five seconds. Whenever you press the same
two buttons, the station you set will return.
4. Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons.
Setting the Tone
BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increase or
decrease
bass.
TREBLE: Slide this lever up or down to increase or
decrease treble.
If a station is weak or noisy. you may
want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move
the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle
position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Turn the control behind the lower knob to move
the sound to the front
or rear speakers. The middle
position balances
the sound between the speakers.
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