Vehicle maintenance Chevy Trailblazer 1

Regular Care and Maintenance — Specifications
Recommended lubricants and fluids Note: The list provided was recommended by the manufacturers for use at the time this manual was created. Over time and as...

Maintenance schedule
1 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Oldsmobile Bravada and GMS Envoy Maintenance Schedule The service intervals provided in the manual are based on the assumption that...

Introduction — Owner's Manual and Vehicle Data Plate
The purpose of this chapter is to help the owner maintain the Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Oldsmobile Bravada, and GMS Envoy to extend the life of the vehicle and...

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

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

Checking the condition of the tires and their inflation pressure
1. Regular inspection of tires will help avoid the inconvenience associated with the need to change a wheel in road conditions. The check will also help to...

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 topping up of fluid. 2. On all models under...

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

Changing engine oil and oil filter
Note: The vehicles described have a function that causes a signal indicator to turn on on the instrument panel when an oil change is required. Determining the...

Inspection of seat belts
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...

Inspection and replacement of windshield wiper blades
See Figure 10.3 1. Periodically inspect the rubber elements of the windshield wipers for signs of wear, damage and cracking. 2. Move the wiper arm away from...

Battery inspection, maintenance and charging
Warning: Certain precautions must 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 in front of the cylinder block. Its normal condition and proper adjustment...

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

Inspection of the cooling system
See Illustration 14.4 Warning: It is prohibited to mix green ethylene glycol antifreeze with orange antifreeze "DEX-COOL", which does not contain silicate...

Wheel rotation
See illustrations 15.2a and 15.2b 1. Wheel rotation should be performed at specified intervals or when there are signs of uneven wear. 2. Radial tires should...

Checking the Differential Transmission Fluid Level
See illustrations 16.2a and 16.2b Note: A four-wheel drive vehicle is equipped with two differentials, each located in the center of the corresponding axle. On...

Lubrication of chassis elements
1. Refer to the section " Recommended lubricants and fluids " at the end of this chapter, where the required amount and type of lubricant is indicated. To...

Checking the technical condition of the fuel system
Warning: Certain precautions must be observed when performing preventive inspection and maintenance on fuel system components. Work in well-ventilated areas...

Checking the technical condition of the brake system
Warning: Dust generated by the wear of brake pad friction linings is hazardous to health. Do not use compressed air to remove this dust and avoid inhaling it....

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

Checking the Transfer Case Fluid Level (4WD Models)
1. Check the fluid level in the transfer case after removing the top plug located at the rear of the casing (see illustration). 21.1. The drain (A) and filler...

Replacing brake fluid
Warning: Brake fluid is harmful to eyes and paintwork. Be careful when moving and pouring it. Do not use fluid that has been stored in an open container for a...

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

Replacing the fuel filter
Warning: Certain precautions must be observed when performing preventive inspection and maintenance on fuel system components. Work in well-ventilated areas...

Replacing spark plugs
1. Spark plugs are screwed into the top of the cylinder head. To access them, it is necessary to remove the intake air duct resonator and ignition coils. 2. As...

Inspection of rubber boots 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...

Automatic transmission fluid and filter replacement
1. Automatic transmission fluid should be replaced periodically. 2. Before starting work, obtain the appropriate automatic transmission fluid (see "...

Transfer Case Fluid Replacement (4WD Models)
1. This procedure should be performed immediately after driving the vehicle, while the differential oil is warm enough to drain completely. 2. Raise the...

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

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

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