Vehicle maintenance Chevy Trailblazer 1

Regular care and maintenance — specifications
Recommended lubricants and fluids Note: the above list was recommended by the manufacturers for use at the time this manual was created. Over time and as new...

Service Schedule
1 Maintenance schedule for Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Oldsmobile Bravada and GMS Envoy The service intervals are given in the manual with the expectation that the...

Introduction — Owner's Manual and Vehicle Data Plate
The purpose of this chapter is to assist the owner in servicing Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Oldsmobile Bravada and GMS Envoy vehicles in order to extend the service...

General recommendations for car care
Term "service" is used in this manual to refer to a set of specific operations rather than a single procedure. If the routine maintenance schedule has been...

Checking the levels of operating fluids and lubricants
Note: As a rule, fluid levels are checked every 400 km or weekly. Sometimes during specific maintenance procedures it is necessary to determine the level of a...

Checking the condition of tires and their inflation pressure
1. Periodic inspection of tires will help avoid the inconvenience of having to change a wheel in road conditions. The check will also help identify faulty...

Checking the fluid level in the power steering hydraulic system
See illustrations 6.2 and 6.6 1. Unlike a mechanical steering system, a power steering system requires periodic addition of fluid. 2. On all models under...

Checking the transmission fluid level of the automatic transmission
See illustrations 7.3 and 7.6 1. The required level of transmission fluid in the automatic transmission should be constantly maintained. A low level causes a...

Changing the engine oil and oil filter
Note: the described vehicles have a function due to which, when it is necessary to change the oil, a warning indicator on the instrument panel turns on....

Seat belt inspection
1. Inspect the seat belts, their buckles and holders for damage. 2. If the belts are bolted to the floor of the vehicle, make sure the bolts are securely...

Inspecting and replacing windshield wiper blades
See illustration 10.3 1. Periodically inspect the rubber elements of the wiper blades for signs of wear, damage and cracking. 2. Move the windshield wiper arm...

Battery Inspection, Maintenance and Charging
Warning: Certain precautions should be taken when inspecting and servicing the battery. The battery contains hydrogen, so do not expose it to open flames or...

Inspection and replacement of the drive belt and tensioner
See illustrations 12.2, 12.4, 12.5 and 12.7 1. The serpentine drive belt is located at the front of the cylinder block. Its normal condition and proper...

Inspection and replacement of hoses located in the engine compartment
Caution: Replacement of air conditioning system hoses should be carried out at service stations equipped with appropriate equipment for draining the system's...

Cooling System Inspection
See illustration 14.4 Caution: Do not mix green ethylene glycol antifreeze with orange antifreeze «DEX-COOL», which does not have silicate components, since...

Rearranging wheels
See illustrations 15.2a and 15.2b 1. Wheels should be rotated at prescribed intervals or when there are signs of uneven wear. 2. Radial tires should be rotated...

Checking the differential transmission fluid level
See illustrations 16.2a and 16.2b Note: A four-wheel drive vehicle has two differentials, each located in the center of its respective axle. On a two-wheel...

Lubrication of chassis elements
1. Refer to section « Recommended lubricants and fluids » See the end of this chapter for the amount and type of lubricant required. This procedure requires...

Checking the technical condition of the fuel system
Warning: When performing routine inspection and maintenance of fuel system components, certain precautions must be observed. Work in well-ventilated areas, and...

Checking the technical condition of the brake system
Warning: Dust generated when brake pads are worn away is a health hazard. Do not use compressed air to remove this dust and be careful not to inhale it. To...

Checking the technical condition of the exhaust system
1. Without warming up the engine (or at least three hours after it is turned off), inspect the exhaust system from the connection of the exhaust pipe to the...

Checking the fluid level in the transfer case (all-wheel drive models)
1. Checking the fluid level in the transfer case is carried out after removing the top plug located at the back of the casing (see illustration). 21.1. Drain...

Replacing brake fluid
Warning: Brake fluid is hazardous to the eyes and paintwork. Be careful when carrying and pouring it. Do not use fluid that has been stored in an open...

Replacing the air cleaner
1. The filter element must be replaced in accordance with the prescribed service intervals. 2. On all vehicles described, the filter element is located on the...

Replacing the fuel filter
Warning: When performing routine inspection and maintenance of fuel system components, certain precautions must be observed. Work in well-ventilated areas, and...

Replacing spark plugs
1. The spark plugs are screwed into the top of the cylinder head. To gain access to them, it is necessary to remove the intake air duct resonator and ignition...

Inspection of rubber covers of suspension elements, steering and drive shafts
Note: Steering and suspension components should be inspected regularly. Symptoms such as uneven tire wear, increased fuel consumption, excessive vehicle sway...

Replacing transmission fluid and automatic transmission filter
1. The automatic transmission fluid should be replaced periodically. 2. Before starting work, purchase the appropriate transmission fluid for the automatic...

Changing the fluid in the transfer case (all-wheel drive models)
1. This procedure should be performed immediately after driving the car, while the differential oil is warm enough to drain completely. 2. Raise the vehicle...

Changing differential oil
1. This procedure should be performed immediately after driving the car, while the differential oil is warm enough to drain completely. 2. Raise the vehicle...

Cooling System Maintenance (draining, flushing and filling)
Warning 1: Before starting this procedure, you must wait until the engine has completely cooled down. Warning 2: do not allow antifreeze to come into contact...

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