2006 CHEVROLET TRAIL BLAZER spare tire

8. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire
stops moving upward and is held rmly in place.
The secondary latch has released and the spare tire
is balancing on the jack.
9. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench
counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the
spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by
the cable.
10. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and
carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push
against the spare while rmly pulling the jack out
from under the spare tire with the other hand.
11. If the spare tire is
hanging from the cable,
insert the socket end
of the extension
connected to the wheel
wrench into the hoist
shaft hole just above
the rear bumper on a
45 degree angle
downward.
Be sure that the socket end of the extension
connects to the hoist shaft.12. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower
the spare the rest of the way.
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13. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it
through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from
under the vehicle.
Notice:If you drive away before the spare tire or
secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled,
you could damage your vehicle. Always reinstall
this cable before driving your vehicle.
14. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the cable
back up if the cable is hanging under the vehicle.
Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can.
You will not be able to store a spare tire using the
hoist assembly until it has been repaired or replaced.
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.
{CAUTION:
The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be
stored with the valve stem pointing up. If the
spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing
downward, its secondary latch won’t work
properly and the spare tire could loosen and
suddenly fall from your vehicle. If this happened
when your vehicle was being driven, the tire
might contact a person or another vehicle,
causing injury and, of course, damage to itself
as well. Be sure the underbody-mounted spare
tire is stored with its valve stem pointing up.
Notice:An aluminum wheel with a at tire should
always be stored under the vehicle with the
hoist. However, storing it that way for an extended
period could damage the wheel. To avoid this,
always stow the wheel properly with the valve stem
pointing up and have the wheel repaired as soon
as possible.
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Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted
spare tire.
A. Wheel Wrench
B. Hoist Shaft
C. Extension(s)
D. Retainer
E. Spare or Flat Tire
(Valve Stem
Pointed Up)
1. Put the tire (E) on the ground at the rear of the
vehicle.
2. Remove the hubcap, if equipped, from the at tire
by tapping the backside of the hubcap with the
wheel wrench (A). Store in a safe location until the
at tire is repaired. Once the tire is repaired,
replace the hubcap.3. Ensure the valve stem is pointed up and to
the rear.
4. Pull the retainer (D) through the wheel.
5. Put the socket end of the extension (C), on a
45 degree angle downward, through the hole
just above the rear bumper and connected to the
hoist shaft (B).
6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the
vehicle. Continue turning the wheel wrench (A)
clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it
skip twice. This indicates that the tire is secure and
the cable is tight. The spare tire hoist cannot be
overtightened.
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A. Instruction Label
B. Handle
C. Knob
D. Extension(s)E. Wheel Blocks
and Jack
F. Wheel Wrench
1. Roll up the instruction label (A) and return to the
slot in the tool kit.
2. Insert the handle (B) and wheel wrench (F) in the
slots provided.
3. Insert the wheel blocks (E) and then the jack (E).
4. Turn the knob (C) on the jack clockwise to raise the
jack head.
5. Reinstall the cover.
Spare Tire
Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inated spare tire.
A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its
ination pressure regularly. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-64andLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-48
for information regarding proper tire ination and loading
your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install
or store a spare tire, seeRemoving the Flat Tire
and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5-85andStoring
a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-94.
After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is
correctly inated. Have the damaged or at road
tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and
installed back onto your vehicle. This way, a spare tire
will be available in case you need it again.
Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because
they will not t. Keep your spare tire and its wheel
together. Extended Model
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Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability, and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you
with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-18for further
details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary.
SeeEngine Coolant on page 5-28for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the windshield
washer uid reservoir and add the proper uid if
necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they
are inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-57for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-80.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway
drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service
notication. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary,
rotate the tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-70.
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Roadside Assistance Program
As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are
automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside
Assistance program. This value-added service is
intended to provide you with peace of mind as you
drive in the city or travel the open road. Call
Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance at1-800-CHEV-USA,
(1-800-243-8872)24 hours a day, 365 days a year
to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance
representative.
We will provide the following services during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense
to you:
Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
($5 maximum) for the customer to get to
the nearest service station.
Lock-out Service (identication required):
Replacement keys or locksmith service will be
covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry
into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will
be covered within 10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Tow:Tow to the nearest dealership for
warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling
accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is
mired in sand, mud, or snow.
Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered
by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Dealer Locator Service
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.
However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representative:
Your name, home address, and home telephone
number.
Telephone number of your location.
Location of the vehicle.
Model, year, color, and license plate number.
Mileage, Vehicle Identication Number (VIN), and
delivery date of the vehicle.
Description of the problem.
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Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-19
R
Radiator Pressure Cap....................................5-31
Radios..........................................................3-67
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-141
Care of Your CD and DVD Player................3-142
Care of Your CDs and DVDs .......................3-142
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual............................3-124
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-95
Radio with CD....................................3-69, 3-80
Radio with Six-Disc CD..............................3-110
Rear Seat Audio........................................3-137
Setting the Time..........................................3-69
Theft-Deterrent..........................................3-138
Understanding Reception............................3-140
Rainsense™ Wipers.......................................... 3-9
Reading Lamps..............................................3-17
Rear Axle......................................................5-50
Limited-Slip.................................................. 4-9
Locking........................................................ 4-9
Rear Climate Control System............................3-26
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover............2-58
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-12
Rear Floor Storage Lid....................................2-60Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-30
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....................3-124
Rear Seat Operation.......................................1-10
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-27
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.........................3-10
Rearview Mirror, Automatic
Dimming with Compass................................2-43
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display................2-45
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming
with OnStar
®and Compass..........................2-39
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with OnStar®,
Compass and Temperature Display..................2-40
Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®...........................2-36
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass,
and Temperature Display..............................2-37
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-36
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-6
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recovery Hooks.............................................4-47
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-54
Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-47
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-5
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-6
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-85
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-82
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-54
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Service........................................................... 5-3
Accessories and Modications......................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the
Outside of Your Vehicle.............................. 5-4
All-Wheel-Drive Light....................................3-48
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 5-3
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-42
Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light.....................3-48
Publications Ordering Information...................7-14
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-72
Setting the Time.............................................3-69
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-104
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-32
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-33
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-7
Snow Plow....................................................4-53
Spare Tire.....................................................5-97
Accessory Inator........................................5-78
Installing....................................................5-85
Removing...................................................5-82
Storing.......................................................5-94Specications, Capacities...............................5-122
Speedometer..................................................3-32
StabiliTrak
®System.......................................... 4-9
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light................................3-41
StabiliTrak®Service Light.................................3-41
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-21
Steering........................................................4-14
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-139
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-57
Convenience Net.........................................2-61
Glove Box..................................................2-56
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-57
Overhead Console.......................................2-56
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover.........2-58
Rear Floor Storage Lid.................................2-60
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................4-46
Sun Visors.....................................................2-16
Sunroof.........................................................2-62
Suspension....................................................4-58
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