1998 CHEVROLET BLAZER torque

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If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your
transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the
vehicle may put too much force
on the parking pawl in
the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the
shift lever out
of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”
To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then
shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the
driver’s seat. To find
out how, see “Shifting Into
PARK
(P)” in the Index.
When
you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of
PARK (P)
before you release the parking brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another
vehicle push yours a little uphill
to take some of the
pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission,
so
you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Shifting Out of Park (P)
(Automatic Transmission)
Your vehicle has a Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock
(BTSI). You have
to fully apply your regular brake
before you can shift from PARK
(P) when the ignition is
in
RUN. See “Automatic Transmission Operation” in
the Index.
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on
the shift lever
-- push the shift lever all the way into
PARK
(P) as you maintain brake application. Then move
the shift lever into the gear you want (you must press the
shift lever button if you have the console shift lever.)
If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t
shift out of PARK
(P), try this:
1. Turn the key to OFF.
2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.
3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).
4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear
5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.
you want.
Parking
Your Vehicle (Manual
Transmission Models Only)
Before you get out of your vehicle, turn off your engine,
put your manual transmission in
REVERSE (R) and
firmly apply the parking brake.
If
you are parking on a hill, or if your vehicle is pulling
a trailer, see “Towing
a Trailer” in the Index.
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A CAUTION:
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Incorrect wheel nuts or Improperly tightened
wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose
and even come
off. This could lead to an accident.
Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have
to replace them, be sure to get new
GM original
equipment wheel nuts.
Stop somewhere
as soon as you can and have the
nuts tightened with
a torque wrench to 100 Ib-ft
(140 N-m).
I NOTICE: I
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to
brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid
expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel
nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper
torque specification.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
&!, CAUTION:
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the
passenger compartment
of the vehicle could
cause injury. In
a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
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squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
applied. This does
not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel
nuts in the
proper sequence to
GM specifications.
Brake linings should always be replaced
as complete
axle sets.
See “Brake System Inspection” in Section
7 of this
manual under
Part C “Periodic Maintenance Inspections.”
Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal
travel. This could be a sign
of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes
adjust for wear.
Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a modem vehicle is complex.
Its many parts have to be
of top quality and work well
together
if the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality
GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system
-- for example, when your brake linings wear
down and you have to have new ones put in
-- be sure
you get new approved
GM replacement parts. If you
don’t, your brakes may
no longer work properly. For
example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change
-- for the worse. The braking
performance you’ve come to expect can change in many
other ways if someone puts
in the wrong replacement
brake parts.
Battery
Every new vehicle has an ACDelco Freedom@ battery.
You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s
time for a new battery, we recommend an ACDelco
Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement
number shown
on the original battery’s label.
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Q
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When rotating your tires, always use one of the correct
rotation patterns shown here.
If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, don’t include it
in your tire rotation.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear
inflation pressures as shown on the Certificatiomire
label.
Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly
tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the
Index.
A C. UTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which
it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose
after a time. The wheel could come
off and cause
an accident. When you change a wheel, remove
any rust or dirt from places where the wheel
attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can
use
a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be
sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you
need
to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See
“Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.)
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Lamps
Halogen Headlamps, Composite Low Beam
Halogen Headlamps, Composite High Beam
Tail and Stop Lamps
Front Sidemarker Lamps
Front Turn Signal Lamps
Turn Signal Lamps
Quantity
2
2
4
2
2
2
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Description ............ “VORTEC” 4300
Type
.................................... V6
VINCode
.................................W
Firing Order ...................... 1-6-5-4-3-2
Horsepower
................... 190 at 4,400 rpm
Thermostat Specification ........... 195 OF (9 1 “C)
Spark Plug Gap
.......... 0.045 inches (0.1 14 cm)
Number
9006 HB4
9005 HB3
3057
194 NA
3157
3157 NA
Wheels and Tires
Wheel Nut Torque ........... 1001b-ft (140 N-m)
Tire Pressure
...... See the CertificatiodTire label.
See “Loading
Your Vehicle” in the Index.
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Shift Light
............................... 2.22. 2.70
Shifting
.................................. 2- 18. 2.21
IntoPark
.................................... 2-23
Out of Park
.................................. 2-26
Signaling Turns
................................ 2-34
SIR
.......................................... 1-23
Skidding
...................................... 4-13
Specifications and Capacities
................. 6.64. 6.65
Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance
............... 8-4
Speedometer
................................... 2-67
Stains. Cleaning
................................ 6-5 1
Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-41
Starting Your Engine
............................ 2- 16
Steam
........................................ 5-12
Steering In Emergencies
............................... 4- 10
Power
....................................... 4-9
Steering Wheel. Tilt
............................. 2-33
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-46
Storage. Vehicle
................................ 6-33
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
............... 5-30
Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow
.................. 5-35
SunVisors
.................................... 2-57
Sunglasses Storage
.............................. 2-52
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint
.................. 1-23
Symbols. Vehicle
.................................. v
Tachometer .................................. 2-67
Taillamp Bulb Replacement
....................... 6-38
TapePlayerCare
............................... 3-29
Temperature and Compass Display
................. 2-49
Sunroof
....................................... 2-59 Theft
......................................... 2-12
Thermostat
.................................... 6-27
Third. Automatic Transmission
.................... 2-20
Third Gear. Manual Transmission
.................. 2-21
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-33
Time. Setting
.................................. 3-10
Tire Chains
.................................... 6-48
Tire Inflation Check
............................. 7-39
Tires Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-47
Buying New
................................. 6-44
Changing a Flat
.............................. 5-21
Cleaning
.................................... 6-55
Inflation
............................... 6-41. 7-39
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-42
Pressure
.................................... 6-41
Temperature
................................. 6-46
Traction
.................................... 6-46
Treadwear
................................... 6-46
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-45
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-44
When It’s Time for New
....................... 6-44
TopStrap
..................................... 1-47
TorqueLock
................................... 2-26
Torque. Wheel
Nut ......................... 5-30. 6-64
Towing a Trailer
................................ 4-42
Towing. Recreational Vehicle
..................... 4-39
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-7
Trailer Brakes
..................................... 4-46
Driving on Grades
............................ 4-48
Driving with a Trailer
.......................... 4-47
Hitches
..................................... 4-45
THEFTLOCK
............................... 3-26
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Trailer (Continued) Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-50
Parking on Hills
.............................. 4-49
Safety Chains
................................ 4-46
Total Weight on Tires
.......................... 4-45
Towing
..................................... 4-42
Turnsignals
................................. 4-48
Weight
..................................... 4-44
WiringHarness
............................... 4-50
Transfer Case
............................. 2-29, 6-22
Transmission Fluid Automatic
................................... 6- 15
Manual
..................................... 6-19
Transmitters, Keyless Entry
........................ 2-6
Transportation, Courtesy
.......................... 8-8
Trip, Before Leaving
............................ 4-33
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-67
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
................ 4-48
Tongueweight
............................... 4-44
TTYUsers
..................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals
............... 2-34
Underbody Maintenance
........................ 6-56
Universal Transmitter
............................ 2-60
Accessories
................................. 2-63
Erasing Channels
............................. 2-63
Operation
................................... 2-62
Programming
................................ 2-61
Rolling Code Openers
......................... 2-62
Used Replacement Wheels
........................ 6-48
Vehicle control
............................... -4-5
Vehicle Damage Warnings
.......................... iv Vehicle Dimensions
............................. 6-66
Vehicle Identification Number
..................... 6-58
Vehicle Loading
................................ 4-40
Vehicle Storage
................................ 6-33
Ventilation System
............................... 3-7
Visors.
Sun .................................... 2-57
Voltmeter
..................................... 2-70
warning Devices
........................... 5.2. 5.3
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
............... 2-68
Washer Fluid. Windshield
........................ 6-28
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-54
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-53
Wheel Alignment
............................... 6-47
Wheel Nut Torque
......................... 5.30. 6.64
Wheel Replacement
............................. 6-47
Express-Down
............................... 2-32
Windows
LockoutSwitch
.............................. 2-32
Power
...................................... 2-31
Swing-Out
.................................. 2-33
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-36
Fluid
....................................... 6-28
FluidLevelCheck
............................ 7-39
Windshield Wiper
.............................. 2-36
Bladecheck
................................. 7-40
Blade Replacement
........................... 6-38
Fuses
...................................... 6-59
Winter Driving
................................. 4-36
Wiring, Headlamp
.............................. 6-59
Manual
..................................... 2-31
Rear
....................................... 2-37
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-7