Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-6
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-8
Child Restraints
.......................................1-28
Air Bag Systems
......................................1-49
Restraint System Check
............................1-59
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-8
Windows
.................................................2-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-18
Mirrors
....................................................2-34
OnStar
žSystem
......................................2-38
HomeLinkžTransmitter
.............................2-39
Storage Areas
.........................................2-43
Sunroof
..................................................2-50
Vehicle Personalization
.............................2-50
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
......................................3-21
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
.........3-35
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................3-51Audio System(s)
.......................................3-64
Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
...................................................4-44
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-4
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............5-10
Rear Axle
...............................................5-47
Four-Wheel Drive
.....................................5-48
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-50
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........5-51
Tires
......................................................5-54
Appearance Care
.....................................5-79
Vehicle Identi®cation
.................................5-87
Electrical System
......................................5-88
Capacities and Speci®cations
...................5-100
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
....5-102
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance Information
.................. 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
............................ 7-8
Index................................................................ 1
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazerM
Mirrors...........................................................2-34
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
žand Compass...............................2-34
Outside Manual Mirrors..................................2-36
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-36
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror.....................2-36
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-37
Outside Heated Mirrors..................................2-37
OnStar
žSystem.............................................2-38
HomeLinkžTransmitter...................................2-39
Programming the HomeLinkžTransmitter.........2-40Storage Areas................................................2-43
Glove Box...................................................2-43
Overhead Console........................................2-43
Front Storage Area.......................................2-44
Table..........................................................2-47
Luggage Carrier...........................................2-47
Rear Floor Storage Lid..................................2-48
Convenience Net..........................................2-49
Cargo Cover................................................2-49
Sunroof.........................................................2-50
Vehicle Personalization...................................2-50
Memory Seat...............................................2-50
Section 2 Features and Controls
2-2
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
žand Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming rearview
mirror with a compass and the OnStaržsystem.
There are three additional buttons for the OnStar
ž
system. See your dealer for more information on the
system and how to subscribe to OnStarž. SeeOnStarž
System on page 2-38for more information about the
services OnStaržprovides.
Mirror Operation
When turned on, this mirror automatically dims to the
proper level to minimize glare from any headlamps
behind you after dark.
O(On/Off): This is the on/off button for the automatic
dimming feature and compass. Press the far left button,
located below the the mirror face, for up to three
seconds to turn the feature on and off. A light on the
mirror will be lit while the feature is turned on.
Compass Operation
Press the on/off button once to turn the compass on
or off.
There is a compass display in the window in the upper
right corner of the mirror face. The compass displays
a maximum of two characters. For example, ªNEº
is displayed for north-east.
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To ®rst activate this feature, perform the following steps:
1. Press the Personalization button, located on the
steering wheel, until ªTilt Mirror in REVERSE (R)º
is displayed on the DIC display.
2. Press the Select button once to select the
passenger's side mirror, twice for the driver's side
mirror and three times for both mirrors. Then
press the Personalization button repeatedly until the
display goes blank.
3. With the engine running, engage the parking brake,
press the brake pedal and place the vehicle in
REVERSE (R) gear.
4. Adjust the passenger's side and then the driver's
side outside mirrors to the desired tilt positions.
These positions will be stored into memory once the
vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R).
When the vehicle is placed in PARK (P) or in any
forward gear, the mirror(s) will return to normal
driving position, following a short delay.
To change the tilt position, adjust the mirror while the
vehicle is in REVERSE (R) gear with the engine running,
the parking brake engaged and the brake pedal
pressed. The new position will be saved into memory
once the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (R).Outside Convex Mirror
A convex mirror's surface is curved so you can see
more from the driver's seat.
{CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right or left lane,
you could hit a vehicle. Check your inside
mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
Outside Heated Mirrors
Your vehicle may have this feature.
When you operate the rear window defogger, a defogger
also warms the heated driver's and passenger's
outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice, snow
and condensation.
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Turn and Lane Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you
to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When the turn is ®nished, the lever will return
automatically.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster will ¯ash in
the direction of the
turn or lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to ¯ash. Hold it there until you
complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself
when you release it. The bottom of the outside
rearview mirrors may also be equipped with lane change
indicators.As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows
¯ash more quickly than normal, a signal bulb may
be burned out and other drivers won't see your turn
signal.
If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don't go on at all when you signal
a turn, check the fuse. See
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
on page 5-89and check for burned-out bulbs.
If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for
the trailer lamps, a different turn signal ¯asher is
used. With this ¯asher installed, the signal indicator will
¯ash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check
the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make
sure they are working.
Turn Signal On Chime
If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a
mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each ¯ash of the
turn signal. To turn off the chime, move the turn
signal lever to the off position.
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RainsenseŸ Wipers
Your vehicle may be equipped with
RainsenseŸ windshield wipers. When active, these
wipers are able to detect moisture on the windshield and
automatically turn on the wipers.
The moisture sensor is located next to the inside
rearview mirror and is mounted on the windshield.
To turn on the RainsenseŸ feature, the wipers must be
set to one of the ®ve delay settings on the multifunction
lever. Each of the ®ve settings adjusts the sensitivity
of the rainsensor. For more wipes, select the higher
settings; for fewer wipes, select the lower settings
located closer to off on the multifunction lever.
The rainsensor will automatically control the frequency
of the wipes from off to high speed according to the
weather conditions. The wipers can be left in a
rainsense mode even when it is not raining.
Notice:If you do not turn off the windshield wipers
when driving through an automatic car wash, you
could damage the wipers. Always turn off the
windshield wipers before entering an automatic
car wash.
Windshield Washer
L
(Windshield Washer):To spray washer ¯uid on the
windshield, press the windshield washer paddle. The
wipers will clear the window and then either stop
or return to your preset speed.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your washer
until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the
washer ¯uid can form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
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Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-18
Instrument Panel.............................................3-36
Cluster.......................................................3-36
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Interior Lamps................................................3-18
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-42
K
Key Lock Cylinders Service..............................6-13
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-5
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Lamps On Reminder.......................................3-16
Lamps...........................................................3-15
Exterior......................................................3-15
Interior.......................................................3-18
Lap-Shoulder Belt...................................1-14, 1-22
LATCH System...............................................1-40
Child Restraints...........................................1-40
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-42LATCH System (cont.)
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine
Running.....................................................2-30
Leaving Your Vehicle.......................................2-12
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR................................3-63
Liftgate Rack System......................................2-47
Table.........................................................2-47
Liftgate Release..............................................2-13
Liftgate/Liftglass..............................................2-13
Liftglass/Liftgate..............................................2-13
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror...............................2-16
Light.............................................................3-38
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-38
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-42
Brake System Warning.................................3-41
Change Engine Oil......................................3-47
Charging System.........................................3-39
Check Gages Warning.................................3-49
Cruise Control.............................................3-48
Gate Ajar...................................................3-50
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-51
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-43
Reduced Engine Power................................3-48
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-38
Security.....................................................3-47
Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light.........3-49
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving..........4-16
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-48
Locking Rear Axle...........................................4-10
Lockout Protection..........................................2-12
8
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStarž
and Compass..........................................2-34
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-37
Outside Curb View Assist Mirror....................2-36
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-37
Outside Manual Mirrors................................2-36
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-36
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-18
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts...........5-102
O
Odometer......................................................3-37
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-12
OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE...............3-61
Oil ................................................................3-47
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-47
Engine.......................................................5-16
Pressure Gage............................................3-46
Older Children, Restraints................................1-28
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3
OnStar
žPersonal Calling.................................2-39
OnStaržServices............................................2-38
OnStaržSystem.............................................2-38
OnStaržVirtual Advisor....................................2-39Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Off
Paved Roads..............................................4-15
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment...................................3-23, 3-29
Outside.........................................................2-37
Convex Mirror.............................................2-37
Curb View Assist Mirror................................2-36
Heated Mirrors............................................2-37
Manual Mirrors............................................2-36
Power Mirrors.............................................2-36
Overhead Console..........................................2-43
Overseas ± Customer Assistance........................ 7-4
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
Owner's Information........................................7-10
P
Park (P)........................................................2-31
Shifting Into................................................2-29
Shifting Out of............................................2-31
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
Park (P) Mechanism Check...........................6-15
Parking on Hills..............................................4-58
Parking.........................................................2-28
Brake........................................................2-28
Over Things That Burn.................................2-31
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services............ 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services................6-11
Part C - Periodic MaintenanceInspections..........6-16
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