2022 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER oil temperature

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252 Vehicle Care
Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
This vehicle has a computer system that
indicates when to change the engine oil and
filter. This is based on a combination of
factors which include engine revolutions,
engine temperature, and miles driven. Based
on driving conditions, the mileage at which
an oil change is indicated can vary
considerably. For the oil life system to work
properly, the system must be reset every
time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life
has been diminished, it indicates that an oil
change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message comes on. Change the oil as
soon as possible within the next 1 000 km
(600 mi). It is possible that, if driving under
the best conditions, the oil life system
might indicate that an oil change is not
necessary for up to a year. The engine oil
and filter must be changed at least once a
year and, at this time, the system must be
reset. Your dealer has trained service people
who will perform this work and reset the
system. It is also important to check the oil
regularly over the course of an oil drain
interval and keep it at the proper level.If the system is ever reset accidentally, the
oil must be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi)
since the last oil change. Remember to reset
the oil life system whenever the oil is
changed.
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine oil is
changed so that the system can calculate
the next engine oil change. To reset the
system:
1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0104 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 107. This display shows an estimate of
the oil’s remaining useful life. If 99% is
displayed, that means that 99% of the
current oil life remains.
2. Press and hold
lor the thumbwheel
while the Oil Life display is active.
Confirm reset and the oil life will change
to 100%. The oil life system can also be reset as
follows:
1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0104 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 107.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds..
3. If the display changes to 100%, the system is reset
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
comes back on when the vehicle is started,
the engine oil life system has not been
reset. Repeat the procedure.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check Automatic Transmission
Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission
fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the
only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs,
take the vehicle to your dealer and have it
repaired as soon as possible.

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Cooling System
The cooling system allows the engine to
maintain the correct working temperature.
1.2L L3 Engine (LIH)
1.3L L3 Engine (L3T)
1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank andPressure Cap
2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)
{Warning
An underhood electric fan can start up
even when the engine is not running and
can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing,
and tools away from any underhood
electric fan.
{Warning
Do not touch heater or radiator hoses,
or other engine parts. They can be very
hot and can burn you. Do not run the
engine if there is a leak; all coolant could
leak out. That could cause an engine fire
and can burn you. Fix any leak before
driving the vehicle.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled
with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant
is designed to remain in the vehicle for five
years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi),
whichever occurs first.
The following explains the cooling system
and how to check and add coolant when it
is low. If there is a problem with engine
overheating, see Engine Overheating 0258.
What to Use
{Warning
Plain water, or other liquids such as
alcohol, can boil before the proper
coolant mixture will. With plain water or
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Warning (Continued)
the wrong mixture, the engine could get
too hot but there would not be an
overheat warning. The engine could catch
fire and you or others could be burned.
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable
water and DEX-COOL coolant. This mixture:
.Gives freezing protection down to −37 °C
(−34 °F), outside temperature.
.Gives boiling protection up to 129 °C
(265 °F), engine temperature.
.Protects against rust and corrosion.
.Will not damage aluminum parts.
.Helps keep the proper engine
temperature.
Caution
Do not use anything other than a mix of
DEX-COOL coolant that meets GM
Standard GMW3420 and clean, drinkable
water. Anything else can cause damage
to the engine cooling system and the
vehicle, which would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Never dispose of engine coolant by putting
it in the trash, pouring it on the ground,
or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water.
Have the coolant changed by an authorized
service center, familiar with legal
requirements regarding used coolant
disposal. This will help protect the
environment and your health.
Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when
checking the coolant level.
It is normal to see coolant moving in the
upper coolant hose return line when the
engine is running.
Check to see if coolant is visible in the
coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the
coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do
anything else until it cools down.
If coolant is visible but the coolant level is
not at or above the mark pointed to, add a
50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and
DEX-COOL coolant.
Be sure the cooling system is cool before
this is done.
If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge
tank, add coolant as follows:
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Surge Tank
{Warning
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot
cooling system are under pressure.
Turning the pressure cap, even a little,
can cause them to come out at high
speed and you could be burned. Never
turn the cap when the cooling system,
including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait
for the cooling system and pressure cap
to cool.

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Caution
Avoid using high-pressure washes closer
than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the
vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding
8 274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result in
damage or removal of paint and decals.
If using an automatic car wash, follow the
car wash instructions. The windshield wiper
and rear window wiper, if equipped, must
be off. Remove any accessories that may be
damaged or interfere with the car wash
equipment.
Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and
after, to remove all cleaning agents
completely. If they are allowed to dry on
the surface, they could stain.
Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or
an all-cotton towel to avoid surface
scratches and water spotting.
Cleaning Underhood Components
Caution
Do not power wash any component
under the hood that has this
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Caution (Continued)
This could cause damage that would not
be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Solvents or aggressive cleaners may harm
underhood components. The usages of these
chemicals should be avoided.
Recommend water only.
A pressure washer may be used, but care
must be utilized. The following criteria must
be followed:
.Water pressure must be kept below
14 000 KPa (2,000 PSI).
.Water temperature must be below 80 °C
(180 °F).
.Spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide angle
spray pattern or wider must be used.
.Nozzle must be kept at least 30 cm (1 ft)
away from all surfaces.
Finish Care
Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/
wax materials is not recommended.
If painted surfaces are damaged, see your
dealer to have the damage assessed and
repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium
chloride and other salts, ice melting agents,
road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can
damage the vehicle's finish if they remain
on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as
soon as possible. If necessary, use
non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe
for painted surfaces to remove foreign
matter.
Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing
should be done to remove residue from the
paint finish. See your dealer for approved
cleaning products.
Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated
plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, simulated
wood, or flat paint as damage can occur.
Caution
Machine compounding or aggressive
polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint
finish may damage it. Use only
non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are
made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
on the vehicle.
To keep the paint finish looking new, keep
the vehicle garaged or covered whenever
possible.

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354 Index
DrivingAssistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . 234
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
E
Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . .241
Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . .274
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . .278 Emergency
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253
Check Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . 96
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .247
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . 120
F
Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
Fluid Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . 223
Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Front Seats
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232