Chevrolet Pickups, Suburban (1991-1999), Blazer (1991-1995), Tahoe (1994-1999).
Petrol engines V6: 4.3 liters, V8: 5.0, 5.7 and 7.4 liters.
Since 1987, Chevrolet and GMC light trucks (models C and K) have the usual layout, with a front-engine and rear-wheel drive. Some vehicles are equipped with all-wheel drive (wheel formula 4x4). In V6 and V8 engines installed on cars before 1995, fuel injection was used from the throttle pipe. Starting in 1996, single nozzle fuel injection is used on all models (SFI injection). Torque from the engine to the wheels was transmitted through a four or five-speed manual transmission, or a three- or 4-speed automatic transmission. On all-wheel drive (4WD) models are provided with a transfer case and a cardan shaft for driving the front wheels. The front suspension is independent. On rear-wheel drive models, the elastic element of the front suspension is coil springs, on all-wheel drive models (4WD) models, — torsion bars. Springs are the elastic element of the rear suspension on all models. Conventional shock absorbers are used on the front and rear suspensions.
The steering gearbox is mounted to the left of the engine, the gearbox is connected to the swing arms through the rods. All models are equipped with a vacuum brake booster and power steering. Front brakes - disc, rear - drum. Most models are equipped with an ABS system.
Vehicle identification numbers
When compiling instruction manuals and spare parts catalogs, the numerical codes of the vehicle are used, therefore, when selecting and installing the necessary parts, it is necessary to know the identification (identification) car number.
Vehicle identification number (VIN number)
This very important number is stamped on a plate mounted on the left side of the dashboard, just below the windshield (see photo). This number is also indicated in the vehicle certificate. The number contains information about the manufacturer, date of issue, manufacturer, as well as the year of manufacture of the model and body type.
Factory certificate
The certification plate is located on the rear edge of the left door. The plate contains the month and year of manufacture, the manufacturer, the total weight of the vehicle, and a mark on the vehicle's serviceability.
Parts ordering label
The label is located on the glove box door. It contains the VIN number, vehicle base, paint number, options and other information related to the vehicle. Use the information on the label when tagging when ordering spare parts.
Engine number
The machine number is usually stamped on the machined surface at the front of the cylinder block, under the right cylinder head. The number may also be marked on the left rear of the block, above the oil filter (see photo).
Automatic transmission number
The automatic transmission number is printed on the right side of the transmission housing, either stamped or on a reinforced plate (see photo).
Transfer case number (AWD models)
This number is located on a metal plate on the tail of the transfer case housing.
Rear axle number
The rear axle identification number is stamped on the top of the right side axle housing.
VECI label
The label is usually located on the top of the radiator fan shroud. The label contains information about the equipment for reducing the toxicity of exhaust gases, as well as adjustment data.
Auxiliary battery start
Observe the following precautions when starting the engine with a booster battery.
1. Make sure the ignition is off before connecting the auxiliary battery.
2. Make sure all consumers (headlights, heater, windshield wipers, etc.) disabled.
3. Verify that the voltage rating of the booster battery is the same as the battery in your vehicle.
4. If the engine will be started from a battery installed on another car, then the car bodies should not touch.
5. Make sure the gearshift lever is in the neutral position (or in the Park position if the car is equipped with an automatic transmission).
Connect the red start cable terminal to the positive pole of the discharged battery. Connect the other terminal of the red starter cable to the positive pole of the booster (launcher) batteries. Connect the black start cable terminal to the negative pole of the booster battery. Connect the other terminal of the black cable to a well-cleaned mass on the cylinder block of the engine being started, at a sufficient distance from the additional battery. Make sure the starter cables are far enough away from the fan, belts, and other moving parts of the engine to prevent them from coming into contact. Start the engine from the booster battery, idle, turn on all consumers and disconnect the cables in reverse order.
Jacking up the car
Before lifting the vehicle, engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selector to the Park position. When changing a wheel, or for other work, install the jack under the following areas of the body.
When raising the front of the vehicle:
- on rear-wheel drive vehicles - under the frame box, at the place where the cross member is attached,
- on all-wheel drive vehicles - under the front suspension cross member.
When raising the rear of the car - under the rear axle beam.
It is forbidden to carry out any work under the car without additional supports and blocking the wheels (blocking the wheel located diagonally from the lifted).