Chevrolet 1995 S10 Pickup Manuel du propriétaire

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These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature I BRAKE Brake Battery Charging System 1 Fuel SHIFT Shift Light

Fog Lamps (Option) Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lights and/or low beam headlamps must be o

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light You may have this light on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the Daytime Running Lamps

Dome Lamps The interior lights will come on when the front door handles are lifted or the side doors are opened. They will remain on for ap

Inside Mirror Press the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. If your vehicle has the lighted mirror, the lights w

Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. Some mirrors are manually adjustable, and some mirrors

Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s se

Accessory Power Outlets (Option) If you have accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Just pull down from the

The front ashtray must be completely pulled out to open position before the ashtray cover opens and smoking material can be deposited. Don’

Storage Compartments Cupholders are on the front of split-bench seats. Squeeze the latch at the front of the cupholder and pull it straigh

Two cup depressions are provided for your convenience, but the glovebox should not be open while driving. You will find a storage pocket on eac

Seats & Restraint Systems Section Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts proper

Center Overhead Console - I P Your vehicle may have an overhead console + The console has reading lights that turn on and off by pressing in o

Temperature and Compass Display The outside air temperature and the compass are displayed at the front of the overhead console. The control

Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas the difference between the two can

Garage Door Opener Compartment If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener. To

The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the 1 compartment door will contact the control button on the gar

Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light clothing in place du

Cargo Cover Or Roll-Up Cargo Cover If you have the optional cargo security shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle

Instrument Panel 1. Vents 2. Instrument Cluster 3. Air ConditionedHeater 4. Glove Box 5. Audio system 6. Cigarette Lighter 6. Power Auxiliary (Opt

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (krdh). Your odometer

Trip Odometer Standard Cluster Tachometer Cluster The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set

Manual Front Seat (Easy Entry Only) Move the lever under the front of the seat towards the driver's door to unlock it. Slide the s

Normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions. For example, when the needle points to 2, it means the engin

Safety Be/t Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a tone will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to faste

You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light should go out. This means th

The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON Light) I SERVICE ENGINE SOON The amber Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON Light)

indicated by the system before any problem is apparent, which may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle, This system is also designed to

Charging System Light The red charging system light is above your oil temperature gage on your instrument cluster and will come on briefly w

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light A This green DRL indicator light is above the fuel gage on the instrument cluster. The DRL indic

Headlamp High Beam Indicator Light A This blue high beam indicator light is above the engine oil temperature gage on the instrument cluster an

Gages Engine Coolant Temperature Gage I 210 0 rc E- - This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red

Power Driver’s Seat If you have this feature, there will be a control pad on the front of your driver’s seat. Power Lumbar Adjustment The le

NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty. Fuel Gage I 1 /2 The fuel gag

Voltmeter 14 49 When your engine is not running, but the ignition'is on (in the RUN position), this gage shows your battery's state

Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment. These are available through your GM de

Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your V

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Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Section U In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio sy

The upper knob changes the air temperature. Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwise for cooler air. The lo

Rear Window Defogger (Option) If your vehicle has this option, the rear window will have lines running across the glass. These lines heat

Ventilation System L L I‘ -a Your vehicle’s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. Wit

You will find air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the vents to direct the flow of air, or close

Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback wher

How to Operate Your ETP AM-FM Stereo Audio System I .. .. Q This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio system works. Upper Knob (PWR

FADE - i ne control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the fronthear speaker balance. SEEK - Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEE

How to Operate Your ETP AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System - __ - __ This part tells you how your ETR@ AM-FM stereo audio cassette system wor

Pushbuttons - The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. 10 set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen favorite stations (7 AM and 7

PROGRAM - To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PWR-VOL-PROCi-RCL knob. STOP-EJECT - To remove the tape or stop the tape

Lower Knob (TUNE-AM-FM) - The lower knob has two functions: 0 Turn it to tune in radio stations. 0 Press it to change between the AM and FM bands

To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that

How to Operate Your ETP AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc (CD) System This part tells you how your ETR@ AM-FM stereo system works: Upper Knob

Pushbuttons - The five pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. They are also used when you play a disc. (See “TO Play A Compact Disc”.)

RCL - Press RCL to see what track is playing. Press it again within 5 seconds to see how long it has been playing. The track number also a

Front Seatback Latches (2-Door Models) The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat. Your seatback will move back

Anti-Theft Feature Delco LOC II@ is an Anti-Theft feature for the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system pla

4. Press the BAND knob and the time appears - indicating that the disabling sequence was successful. If the display indicates “SEC”, the numbe

To help avoid hearing loss or damage: 1. Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. 2. Increase volume slowly until you hear comf

You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner. This type of cleaner uses a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type o

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Your Driving and the Road Section 1 Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions.

Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensi

According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will

The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “

Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception ti

Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) The outside front passenger seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicle are

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has an advanced electronic braking system that can help you keep it under control. When you start your

Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle i

What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. S

Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.

So here are some tips for passing: e e e e a a a 0 0 “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations th

Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and accelerati

Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the Nationa

Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. 0 The heaviest things sho

Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving It’s a good idea to practice in an area that’s safe and close to home before you go into the wildern

Surface Obstacles. Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can startle you if you’re not prepared for them

Rear Folding Seat Your utility vehicle has a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space. The rear seat

Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend, or cross.

Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route. Ease up on’your

0 As you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. This way, you’ll be able to

Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: 0 How steep is the downhill? Will I be ab

Q: Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Yes? These are important because if you ignore them you could lose cont

Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill whe

Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow, Or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly

Driving In .Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters dema

Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired - by alco

you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlights), slow down a l

Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light’’ in the Index.) In many states

1 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes.

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 Turn on your low-beam headlights - not just your parking lights - to help make you more visible to others.

Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads.

Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not fresh - such as after a day’s

Then here tire some tips: 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. 0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the‘road

0 0 0 0 Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and yo

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is co

What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more troub

If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your v

Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push

Put someone on it. i Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop The person keeps going until stopped by somethin

Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four- Wheel Drive Only) If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you may tow it behind another vehicle providing

2. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it one notch forward of the LOCK position. This places the key into the OFF posit

Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your ve

Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on the CertificatiodTire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure

Towing a Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty

e 0 e Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damage

A B If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “we

Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the

Driving with a Trailer lowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get

Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much

or the instrument panel ... I , F “ P .. a or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time t

When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at

When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine;

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Problems on the Road Section Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard

, Push the button on top i of the steering column all the way down to make your front and ’ rear turn signal lights flash on and off. Y

Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please f

You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manua

6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Dead Battery (+) Good Battery (+) 7.

Good Battery (-) Heavy Metal Engine Part 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine pa

Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and kno

0: Why don’t they just put in air bags so people won’t have to wear safety belts? A: Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in more

When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position with a cl

Towing From the Front (Except All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use whe

Towing From the Rear (Except A//' Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use

Towing From the Front (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift

Towing From the Rear (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lif

Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine NOTICE:

If No Steam IS Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Som

If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The coolant level should be at the

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at ADD, add a 50/50 mi

When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at ADD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you

Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap an

3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler 1 neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. 5. Put t

1 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel'the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time

If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out o

A. Flat Tire B . Blocked Tire t The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Your vehicle is equipped with wor

Jacking Equipment rA A. Retainer B. Rubber Band C. Work Gloves D. Mat E. Jack Storage Cover E Wheel Blocks G. Hub Cap Removal Tool (Some H. Wheel

To Remove the Rear-Mounted Spare Tire Make sure the carrier arm is fully latched to the endgate. Remove the tire's cover. The locking whee

To Remove the Underbody-Mounted Spare Tire (&Door Only) NOTICE: Never remove or restow a tire frodto a stowage position under the veh

When the tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the ti

Rear-Mounted Spare Tire (%Door Optional) A. Wheel Carrier B. Spare Tire C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder Underbody-Mounted Spare Tire (&

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the str

Turn the jackhandle clockwise. That will raise the jack lifthead a little. Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps You will have to take off hub caps or wh

Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel. Remove rhese wheel nut caps before you take off the hub cap. Some jack stor

Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. Do not jack up the vehicle with people in or near the vehicle. Po

NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the ja

f, : i I Take off the flat tire. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel m

Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the cone-shaped end is toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against t

Tightening Wheel Nut Tightening Sequence Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Remove the whee

Reinstall the locking wheel nut using the wheel wrench. Then push the lock case onto the lug nut until it stops. The key does not have to be

NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting

I NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty. 5-37

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-14

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Service & Appearance Care Section‘ Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and f

Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper GM Service Manual. It tells you

The gasoline you use should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper addit

Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine a

Filling Your Tank I The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. 1 I While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel

Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle” in the

Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and pu

1 Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the I prop to its retainer. Then just pull the hood down firmly to close

To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keep

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-15

What Kind of Oil fo Use Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. The “Starburst” s

You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS

I NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failure to use

Four-wheel Drive Remote Oil Filter If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you will have a remote oil filter. There is a special access door i

While reassembling the air cleaner assembly, ensure that the air cleaner cover tabs are fully inserted into the slots in the air cleaner housi

NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall o

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean ra

How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubrica

Then, follow these steps: 1. 2. Remove the filler Plug- Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the flu

When to Checkand What to Use P Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. A A To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt sh

What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the I

How to Check Lubricant ,: If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. If the differential

NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your w

3dding Coolant k To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, t

Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant

Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a cl

Windshield Washer Fluid What To Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If

Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brak

To Check Brake Fluid .. . You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservo

Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched war

Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR) This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system, or air bag. Your vehicle h

Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well

Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps are off and the engine isn’t running. c 2. Pull the headlamp out and

Halogen Bulbs Composite Headlamps I. Open the hood. 2. Remove the black protective caps from the removal pins at the top of- the radiator sup

3. Pull the headlamp .. lens assembly out. (Some vehicles may have side by side bulbs .) 4. Unplug the electrical connector. _I , . I 5. Turn t

1. Reach under the bumper and behind the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 2. Push the tab on the socket, turn the socket counterclockwise and

Rear Lamps r 1. Open the endgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull the assembly away from the fender. 4. Turn the socket c

Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) A P If you have a two-door model, your CHMSL will be located on the roof. If you have a four-door model

To Remove the Old Wiper Blade: Lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position. 1. Blade Assembly 2. Arm Assembly 3. Locking Tab 4

To Install the New Wiper Blade: Slide the insert (notched end last) into the blade claws‘at end “A”. Plastic caps will be forced off as

0 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws. Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the ins

There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for m

Air Conditioning Every now and then have your dealership check your air conditioning system to be sure it has not lost any cooling a

Ma/function Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) This light on your instrument panel lets you know when your emission system needs service. See “

NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflatio

lire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If

When It’s Time for New Tires Tkead Wear Indicators One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which w

Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Ad

Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinf

I NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper

Tire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/75R15 or P235/70R15 size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your vehicle. If you have othe

Never use these to clean your vehicle: Gasoline Benzene Naphtha 0 Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polis

When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag

Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric 0 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 0 Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mas

Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been treated with Scotchgard" Fabric Protector, a 3M product. Scot

Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it Things like tar, asphalt

Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke a

Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.

Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that

Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and

Appearance Care Materials Chart DESCRIPTION USAGE PART NUMBER 1050172 SIZE 16 oz. (0.473L) Tar and Road Oil Removes old Remover waxes, polishes,

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) L ~0 TESTVNXX3XXQ09696 0 . 1 This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the

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Table of Contents Inrroauction - How to Use this Manual This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage

regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions. What

Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order p

Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and

Be sure to use the correct fuse. Spare fuses are provided, however if you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you

Wheel Nut Torque DESCRIPTION Base or Optional Wheel Cooling System Capacity ENGINE VIN CODE 4.3L W TORQUE 95 ft. lbs. ( 130 Nom) QUANTITY* 12.1 Q

Lamp and Bulb Dafa EXTERIOR LAMPS Halogen Headlamps - Sealed Beam Halogen Headlamps - Composite Halogen Headlamps - Composite Backup Lamp License L

Instrument Cluster Lamps NOTE: A PC part number indicates that the bulb and base are one assembly and must be replaced as such. Anti-

Fuses and Circuit Breakers Fuse Legend 0 10 Amp - Red 0 15 Amp - Blue 0 20 Amp - Yellow 0 25 Amp - Clear 0 30 Amp - Green 6-66

NAME PWR ACCY PWR WDO STOP HAZ HORN DM TIL CTSY CIRCUITS PROTECTED Power Door Locks, Power Seat, Power Seat Lumbar, RKE Power Windows Stop Lamps, H

NAME GAUGES ENG I HTR NC PWR AUX RR DEFOG ECM BATT ECM IGN CIRCUITS PROTECTED Alternator Field, VTC, A/C Compressor Relay, Cluster Chime

NAME RADIO RDO BATT ILLUM DRL TURN-B/U CIRCUITS PROTECTED Radio, Inside Rearview Mirror Map Lamp, Overhead Console Reading Lamps, Rear Wipe

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle The air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system

NAME WIPER BRAKE 4WD CRANK FOG AIR BAG TRANS PRNDL CIRCUITS PROTECTED Windshield Washer, Windshield Wiper Motor DRAC, Anti-Lock Braking System,

Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TYPE R134a *All Quantities Are Approximate QUANTITY* 30 oz. (.85 kg) NOTICE: R134a refrigerant is not co

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Scheduled Maintenance Services Section IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVELAND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what t

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good wo

I Schedule I Definition I Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Spark Plug Wire Inspection Engine Timing Check Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspe

I Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000

I Maintenance Schedule I 6,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspensi

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to

Maintenance Schedule I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspen

I Maintenance Schedule I ~ ~~~ ~~~~~ 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals

1 Maintenance Schedule I 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs Lubricate the front suspen

I Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000) 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control S

I Maintenance Schedule I I (Continued) 0 For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake r

Maintenance Schedule I 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Servi

Maintenance Schedule I 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspe

I Maintenance Schedule I I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspen

I Maintenance Schedule I I ~~ 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co

I Maintenance Schedule I I 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspens

Center Front Passenger Position (4-Door Models) Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. Whe

I Maintenance Schedule I I (Continued) 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Servic

Maintenance Schedule I ~~ 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 0 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission C

I Maintenance Schedule I I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs CI Lubricate the front

I Maintenance Schedule I I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co

I Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Con

I Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I I Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Mles (155 000 km) a 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cont

Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspension

The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same int

I Maintenance Schedule II 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fit). An Emission Contro

Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extend

Maintenance Schedule II 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contro

37,500 Miles (62 500) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the

50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly - In heavy city traffic where the ou

Maintenance Schedule II 60.000 Miles (100 000 km) U Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs 0 Lubricate the front suspensi

67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate t

Maintenance Schedule II ~ 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs Lubricate the front susp

I Maintenance Schedule II I (Continued) 0 0 0 0 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect h

I Maintenance Schedule II 700,000 Miles (766 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly - In heavy ci

€ngine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See “Coolant” in the Index for further de

Starter Switch 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brak

Lapshoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate

Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairfy steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping y

Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or ou

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained

USAGE Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Differential, Standard, Front and Rear Axle Differential, Locking Transfer Case Column Shift Winds

USAGE Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring Anchor b. Release Pawl FLUIDILUBRICANT a. Engine oil. b. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497

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Customer Assistance Information Section Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells y

STEP WO - If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without furt

Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, Chevrolet has installed s

I I It The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the s

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and a statement of the na

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you shou

Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to provide

Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offer

Service and Owner Publications Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchas

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Index A Air Bag (See “Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR)”) Readiness Light (See “Lights”) Accessory Power Outlets ...

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults (&Door Models) Four-door models have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This f

Bulb Replacement Composite Headlamps ... 6-32 Front Park Turn Signal Lamps ...

Cruise Control (continued) ToResume ... 24 ToSet ...

Engine (continued) FanNoise ... 5-20 Identification ... 6-58.6-59

Hood Checking Under. Hood Release ... 6-6 Horn ... 2-36 Hydr

LoadingYourVehicle ... 4-37 Add-on Equipment ... 4-39 Off-RoadDrivin

Radiator Pressure Cap ... 6-24 Radio (See “Audio Systems”) Rear Axle (See “Axle”) Rear Safety Belt Co

Seats ... Controls ... Easy Entry Seat (

Towing ATrailer ... 4-40 Driving on Grades ... 4-45 Driving w

Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ... 6-46 Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps ... 5-

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert

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Cenfer Rear Passenger Position (&Door Models) Lap Belt I When you sit in the center rear seating position, you have a lap safety bel

Introduction 1995 Chevrolet Blazer Owner’s Manual Welcome This manual was prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your

4. Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”

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Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a b

Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the ear

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had

7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the v

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position You'll be using the lapshoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. Lsi II 11 -, - 1 I i 6. To tighten the belt, feed the sh

Larger Children 1 Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child sh

Q: What if a child is wearing a lapshoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or

Important Notes to Owners and Drivers About This Manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to

The model number on the replacement belt must be listed on the safety belt you want to replace. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out to see

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Features & Controls Section Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, s

This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition, endgate, spare tire lock (two-door vehicles) and door locks. It will fit with either

I NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into y

Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: 1 1 i. 3 I 1 1 From the outside: Use your key. 2-4

Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, push LOCK on the power door lock switch on the door armrest. This switch will lock all

Child Security Locks 7 With this feature, you can lock the rear doors so they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers. Move the lock u

Operation When you press UNLOCK, the driver’s door will unlock automatically. If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all doors will unl

For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fran

Your transmitter housing snaps apart for ease in battery replacement. To open the housing: I 1. Insert a dime between two halves of the t

I Open the glass and reach inside the endgate to lift the handle and open the endgate. Close the endgate first then close the glass. The end

The electric hatch release lets you open your endgate glass by just pressing a button. The button is on the driver’s side of the steering

If you have a manual transmission, either with or without the Keyless Entr! option, you must apply your parking brake before you can open the

Emergency Release for Opening Endgate A. Hardware cover B . Lever C. Insulation D. Approx. 1.5 inch E. Pull back carpet to access plate E Trim P

Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that no

New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follo

I NOTICE: Don’t operate accessories in the ACC position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACC position could d

Key Release Button “1 The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used. To R

Manual transmission: The gear selector should be in neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t star

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehi

Driving Through Deep Standing Water I NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your

NOTICE: After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts.

leave your key in the ignition in the OFF position for an extended period for any reason, it is recommended that you disconnect the battery

NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

FIRST GEAR (1) - This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND GEAR (2). You can use it on very steep hi

0 SECOND GEAR (2) - Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND GEAR (2). Then, slowly let up

While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the SHIF

r ~~ ~ NOTICE: I Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you co

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this:

lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly befor

Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: Ca

Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you e

If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N), your vehicle will be free

Four- Wheel Drive (Option) If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra tracti

dealer check your system. Turn the INT LIGHTS switch located to the righl of your headlight switch to dim your transfer case indicator light when

Electronic Transfer Case If your four-wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case switches are on the right s

If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, tht amber 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not comple

Windows . . , .. , To open your manual windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows. If you have the op

I Four-door vehicles have a lockout feature to prevent passengers from operating power windows. It is located on the driver’s door. Press LOCK a

Horn . *,. .. To sound the horn, press anywhere on the pad on the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel (Option) If you have the tilt steering wheel,

Multifunction Lever The lever on the driver’s side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp Hi

These symbols have to do with your lights: Master Lighting Switch I Parking Lights - Turn Signal Direction Daytime Running Lights A Hazard Warnin

A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower

To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low, pull the Multifunction lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When t

For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe.

NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer

automatically park on the endgate. When the glass is completely closed, the wiper will resume the delay mode. To turn on the wiper, press

To Set Cruise Control 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off t

To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruis

To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to R/A (Resume/Accelerate). Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 m

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your Cruise Control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hill

Lamps Push the top switch with the parking lamps symbol Parking Lamps 0 Sidemarker Lamps 0 Taillamps 0 License Plate Lamps 0 Instrument Pan