1997 CHEVROLET BLAZER roof

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Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking.
Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
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2-30
2-33 Keys
Keyless Entry
System
(If Equipped)
Endgatekiftgate
Theft
New Vehicle “Break-In”
Ignition Positions
Starting Your Engine
Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
Automatic Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission
Locking Rear Axle
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Four-wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Parking Brake
Shifting Into
PARK (P) (Automatic
Transmission Models Only)
Shifting Out
of PARK (P)
(Automatic Transmission) 2-33
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2-72 Parking
Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission
Models Only) Parking Over Things That Burn
Engine Exhaust
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked
(Automatic Transmission)
Windows
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps
Mirrors
Accessory Power Outlets (If Equipped)
Sunroof
(If Equipped)
Universal Transmitter
(If Equipped)
Instrument Panel
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Luggage Carrier (If Equipped)
A CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that
is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier
-- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and
so forth -- the wind can catch it as you drive
along. This can cause you
to lose control. What
you are carrying could be violently torn
off, and
this could cause you or other drivers to have
a
collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You
may be able to carry something like this inside.
But, never carry something longer or wider than
the luggage carrier on top
of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has slats, side rails and crossrails
attached to the roof to secure cargo.
The moveable tie
downs, attached to the side rails, should
be used to
secure loads
to the luggage carrier.
Use
GM accessory racks that are compatible with your
luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment.
These are available through your
GM dealer.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Remove the center rubber strips in the crossrails and
attach the GM accessory rack to the nut plates provided
through the center slots
(four per crossrail ).
The tap plates can be moved to accommodate various
positions
by sliding them inside the crossrail to the
desired locations before mounting the
acccssory rack.
You can adjust the crossrails to handle different sized
loads.
Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the
crossrail and move them
to where you want them. Make
sure both sides
of the crossrail are even. then tighten
the slider knobs.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these guidelines:
Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not
recommended.
Tie the load to the moveable tie down (two per each
side of the side rails). Use the crossrails only
to keep
the
load from sliding.
If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails
as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the moveable
tie downs provided
in the side rails. Also tie the load
to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that the
crossrails or side rails are damaged.
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If you have accessory power outlets, you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power
outlets are located below the cigarette lighter. Just pull
down from the top of the door and follow
the proper
installation instructions that are included with any
electrical equipment you install.
These circuits are protected
by a fuse and have
maximum current levels.
I NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlets, maximum
electrical load must not exceed
25 amps. Always
turn
off any electrical equipment when not in use.
Leaving electrical equipment on for extended
periods
will drain your battery.
Sunroof (If Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding
sunroof. Press and release the rear side of the button
in
the miniconsole to open the sunroof. You can press the
forward side
of the button to close the sunroof. Once the
sunroof
is closed, press the forward side of the button to
open the sunroof to the vent position.
The sunroof
is also equipped with a sunshade which you
can
pull forward to block sun rays.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine A CAUTION:
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Cargo on the load floor piled higher than
the seatbacks can be thrown forward
during a sudden
stop. You or your
passengers could
be injured. Keep cargo
be
below
the top of the seatbacks.
Unsecured cargo on the load floor can
tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be
struck by flying objects. Secure the
cargo properly.
Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's
center
of gravity, making it more likely to
roll over. You can be seriously or fatally
in.jured
if the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy
loads inside the cargo area, not on the roof.
Keep cargo
in the cargo area as far forward
and low as possible.
You'll find other important information in this manual.
See "Vehicle Loading."
"Luggage Carrier" and "Tires"
in the Index.
Environmental Concerns
Off-road driving can provide whoIesome and satisfying
recreation. However.
it also raises environmental
concerns.
GM recognizes these concerns and urges
every off-roader
to follow these basic rules for
protectins the environment:
Always use established trails, roads and areas that
have been specially set aside
for public off-road
recreational drivihg; obey all posted regulations.
0 Avoid any driving practice that could damage the
environment
-- shrubs. flowers. trees, grasses -- or
disturb wildlife
(this includes wheel-spinning,
breaking down trees
or unnecessary driving through
streams or over
soft ground).
0 Always carry a litter bag . . . make sure all refuse is
removed from any campsite before leaving.
Take extreme care with open fires (where permitted).
camp stoves and lanterns.
0 Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other
cotnbustible materials that could catch fire
f1-0~11 the
heat
of the vehicle's exhaust system.
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FuseKircuit Breaker
A
B
Usage
Power Door Locks, Power Seat,
Power Seat Lumbar, Remote
Keyless Entry
Power Windows, Sunroof
Module/Motor
FuseKircuit
Breaker Usage
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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
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Lap-Shoulder ........................... 1.13. 1.28
Questions and Answers ........................ 1 . I2
Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-3 1
Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-28
Replacing After a Crash ........................ 1-48
Right Front Passenger Position .................. 1-26
Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1-26
WhyThey Work ............................... 1-9
Safety Defects. Reporting ................... 8- 10. 8- I 1
Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... III
Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... 7-4
Seatback
Latches
...................................... 1-6
Reclining Front ............................... 1-4
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................ 1-1
Second Gear
Automatic Transmission
....................... 2-20
Manual Transmission .......................... 2-2 1
Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6- 1
Service and Owner Publications .............. 8- 1 1. 8. 12
Service Engine Soon Light ....................... 2-77
Service Parts Identification Label .................. 6-58
Service Work. Doing Your Own .................... 6-2
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ........... 1-25
Sheet Metal Damage ............................ 6-55
Shift Light ............................... 2.22. 2.80
Shifting
.................................. 2-1 8. 2.21
Into Park ............................ ....... 2-30
OutofPark .................................. 2-33
Safety Chains .................................. 4-49
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SignalingTurns ................................ 2-39
Skidding ...................................... 4-13
Specifications and Capacities ................. 6.63. 6.64
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ............... 8-4
Speedometer ................................... 2-71
Stains. Cleaning ................................ 6-51
Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-48
Starting Your Engine ............................ 2-15
Steam ........................................ 5-12
Steering
In Emergencies
............................... 4-10
Power ....................................... 4-9
Steering Column Park Lock Check ................. 7-49
Steering Wheel. Tilt ............................. 2-38
Storage Compartments ........................... 2-50
Storage. Vehicle ................................ 6-33
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-32
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow .................. 5-36
SunVisors .................................... 2-62
Sunglasses Storage .............................. 2-56
Sunroof ....................................... 2-63
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint .................. 1-20
Symbols. Vehicle .................................. v
Tachometer .................................. 2-71
Taillamp Bulb Replacement ....................... 6-37
TapePlayerCare ............................... 3-20
Temperature and Compass Display ................. 2-53
SIR .......................................... 1-20
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