1998 CHEVROLET BLAZER check engine

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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.
2.
3.
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transmission)
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
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 immediately if it starts.
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 should 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.
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. 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.
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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
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
to
LOCK
only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
LOCK only when the shift lever is in
REVERSE (R).
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.
0
0
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.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water
to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take
care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and debris
can collect.
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Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed.
Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive)
Inspection
Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front
axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary.
Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper
installation. More frequent lubrication may be required
on off-road use.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking
brake adjustment.
You may need to have your brakes
inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions
result in frequent braking.
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After the scheduled services are performed, record the Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on
date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also, you should retain all
in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio
Any additional information from “Owner Checks and is a convenient place to store them.
I
Maintenance Record
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The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below\
.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 CHEVROLET
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00
TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 1998
GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$40.00
SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL
TO:
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
OWNER’S INFORMATION
Owner publications are written directly for Owners and
intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and
Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 5.00
Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$1 0.00
CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS
Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles.
To request an order form, please
specify year and model name of the vehicle.
OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356
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Accessory Power Outlets ........................ 2-58
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
...... 6-3
Adding Sound Equipment
........................ 3-28
Add-on Equipment
............................. 4-42
Air Bag
Adding Equipment
............................ 1-30
How Does it Restrain
.......................... 1-28
How it Works
................................ 1-26
Location
.................................... 1-26
Readiness Light
......................... 1.25. 2.69
Servicing
................................... 1-29
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-27
What
You See After it Inflates ................... 1-28
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-27
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-14
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-7
Refrigerants
................................. 6-65
Alignment
and Balance, Tire ...................... 6-47
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning
...................... 6-55
Antenna, Fixed
................................. 3-30
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
......... 2-72, 4-7
Materials
.................................... 6-57
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-9
Armrest, Storage
............................... 2-53
Audio Systems
............................. 3- 1, 3- 10
Automatic Headlamp System
...................... 2-41
Appearancecare
............................... 6-49
Ashtrays
...................................... 2-57 Automatic Transmission
Check
...................................... 7-40
Fluid ....................................... 6-15
Operation
................................... 2-18
Park Mechanism Check
........................ 7-42
Shifting
..................................... 2-18
Starting
Your Engine .......................... 2-16
Front
....................................... 6-23
Rear
....................................... 6-21
Axle
Backglass Wiper. Blade Replacement
.............. 6-40
Battery ....................................... 6-32
ChargeLight
................................ 2-69
Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Replacement, Keyless Entry
..................... 2-8
Warnings
................................ 5-3, 5-4
Battery Run-Down Protection
..................... 2-44
BBB Auto Line
................................. 8-9
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-9
Blizzard, Driving In
............................. 4-38
Brake Fluid
.................................... 6-29
Brake, Parking
................................. 2-22
Brake System Warning Light
...................... 2-71
Brakes Adjustment
.................................. 6-32
Anti-Lock
................................... 4-7
Master Cylinder .............................. 6-29
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................................. 6-32
Replacing System Parts
........................ 6-32
Trailer
...................................... 4-46
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock Check
........... 7-41
Braking
........................................ 4-6
Braking in Emergencies
................... ....... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle
.......................... 2- 13
Brightness Control
.............................. 2-43
Bulb Replacement
......................... 6-33, 6-62
Wear
....................................... 6-31
BTSICheck
................................... 7-41
Canadian Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications
................. 6.64. 6.65
Carbon Monoxide
................ 2.9.2.27.4.38. 4.45
Cargocover
................................... 2-54
Cargo Tie Downs
............................... 2-55
Center Front Passenger Position
................... 1-30
Certificatioflire Label
.......................... 4-40
Chains Safety
...................................... 4-46
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5 -2 1
Charging System Light
.......................... 2-69
Check
4WD Light .............................. 2-77
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-77
Checking Your Restraint Systems
.................. 1-56
Chemical Paint Spotting
.......................... 6-56
Child Restraints
................................ 1-42
Center Seat Positions
.......................... 1-50
Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position
........... 1-48
Securing in the Right Front Seat Position
.......... 1-50
Tire
........................................ 6-48 TopStrap
................................... 1-47
Where Not to Put
............................. 1-50
Where to Put
................................ 1-46
Cigarette Lighter
............................... 2-57
Circuit Breakers and Fuses
....................... 6-59
Cleaner. Air
................................... 6-14
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
............................ 6-55
Exterior Lamps and Lenses
..................... 6-54
Glass
....................................... 6-53
Inside
of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-50
Interior Plastic Components
..................... 6-52
Outside
of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-54
Vinyl
....................................... 6-51
Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades
.......... 6-53
Climate Control System
....................... 3-2, 3-3
Clock, Setting
.................................. 3-10
Clutch, Hydraulic
............................... 6-20
Comfort Controls
................................ 3-1
Compact Disc Care
............................. 3-30
Control
of a Vehicle .............................. 4-5
Convex Outside
Mirror .......................... 2-46
Coolant Heater, Engine
.......................... 2-17
Courtesy Transportation
........................... 8-8
Cruise Control ................................. 2-37
Fabric
...................................... 6-50
InstrumentPanel
............................. 6-52
Leather
..................................... 6-52
Stains
...................................... 6-51
Tires
....................................... 6-55
Weatherstrips
................................ 6-53
Wheels
..................................... 6-55
ConvenienceNet
............................... 2-54
Coolant
.................................. 5-14, 6-23
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