Chevrolet Blazer (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-12461541) - 2019 -
CRC - 3/11/19
Vehicle Care 257
Vehicle Care
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 258
California Proposition65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . . 259
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Vehicle Checks
Doing Your OwnService Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 267
Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 269
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 275
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Battery - North America . . . . . . 279
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 280
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 280
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 281
Windshield Replacement . . . . . 282
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Back-Up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Electrical System
High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Electrical System Overload . . . 286
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 286
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 298
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Tire Terminology andDefinitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 316
Chevrolet Blazer (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-12461541) - 2019 -
CRC - 3/11/19
310 Vehicle Care
sensor identification code has
been matched to this tire and
wheel position.
8. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 7.
9. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the
procedure in Step 7.
10. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat the procedure
in Step 7. The horn sounds two
times to indicate the sensor
identification code has been
matched to the driver side rear
tire, and the TPMS sensor
matching process is no longer
active. The TIRE LEARNING
ACTIVE message on the DIC
display goes off.
11. Turn the vehicle off.
12. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure
level as indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information label.Tire Inspection
We recommend that the tires,
including the spare tire, if the
vehicle has one, be inspected
for signs of wear or damage at
least once a month.
Replace the tire if:
.The indicators at three or
more places around the tire
can be seen.
.There is cord or fabric
showing through the tire's
rubber.
.The tread or sidewall is
cracked, cut, or snagged
deep enough to show cord or
fabric.
.The tire has a bump, bulge,
or split.
.The tire has a puncture, cut,
or other damage that cannot
be repaired well because of
the size or location of the
damage.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every
12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
Maintenance Schedule 0350.
Tires are rotated to achieve a
uniform wear for all tires. The
first rotation is the most
important.
Anytime unusual wear is
noticed, rotate the tires as soon
as possible, check for proper tire
inflation pressure, and check for
damaged tires or wheels. If the
unusual wear continues after the
rotation, check the wheel
alignment. See When It Is Time
for New Tires 0311 and
Wheel Replacement 0316.
Chevrolet Blazer (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-12461541) - 2019 -
CRC - 3/11/19
Vehicle Care 315
norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices and
differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from
highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent
the tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on
specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may
have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade
assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.Temperature
The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance
to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead
to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level
of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum
required by law. Warning: The
temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned
and balanced at the factory to
provide the longest tire life and best
overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing
are not necessary on a regular
basis. Consider an alignment check
if there is unusual tire wear or the
vehicle is significantly pulling to one
side or the other. Some slight pull to
the left or right, depending on the
crown of the road and/or other road
surface variations such as troughs
or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is
vibrating when driving on a smooth
road, the tires and wheels may need
to be rebalanced. See your dealer
for proper diagnosis.
Chevrolet Blazer (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-12461541) - 2019 -
CRC - 3/11/19
Service and Maintenance 357
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
. With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
. As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel,
and can reduce the risk of tire
failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires. Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see
Interior Care 0343 and
Exterior Care 0338.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver
optimal wear and performance.
. Signs that the alignment may
need to be adjusted include
pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper
wheel alignment.
Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the
best viewing, keep the windshield
clean and clear.
. Signs of damage include
scratches, cracks, and chips.
Chevrolet Blazer (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-12461541) - 2019 -
CRC - 3/11/19
Index 401
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Storage Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Storage Areas Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Cargo Management System . . . 111
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 109
Storing the Tire Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Struts Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System
Engine Air Filter Life . . . . . . . . . . 269 System (cont'd)
Forward Collision
Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169, 379
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
T
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 369
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 48Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303, 304
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 306
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 305 Tires (cont'd)
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Sealant and
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Sealant and Compressor Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Terminology and Definitions . . 300
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 316
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Tow/Haul Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Towing Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . 243
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 243
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 335
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 254
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Chevrolet Blazer (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-12461541) - 2019 -
CRC - 3/11/19
402 Index
TractionControl System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . 141
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Trailer
Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . 254
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Transmission Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 314
Universal Remote System . . . . . . 156Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
V
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Vehicle (cont'd)
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 362
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 139
Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealantand Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 326
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 285
W
Warning Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 238
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Warnings
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . 315
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 97
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 281
Wipers Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 285