Page 1: Table Of Contents
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........1-2 ..4-2 Rear Seats Towing ..........1-6 ........... 4-44 Safety Belts ..........1-8 Service and Appearance Care ......5-1 Child Restraints ........
Page 2 P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 How to Use This Manual GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name TRAILBLAZER/TRAILBLAZER EXT are registered Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning trademarks of General Motors Corporation.
Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. symbol means “Don’t,” We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about “Don’t do this”...
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation Notice: These mean there is something that could or information relating to a speciﬁc component, control, damage your vehicle.
Page 5 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Where to Put the Restraint ......1-37 Manual Seats ..........1-2 Top Strap ............1-38 Power Seats ..........1-2 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-39 Manual Lumbar ..........1-3 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Power Lumbar ..........1-3 Children (LATCH System) ......1-40 Heated Seats ..........1-3 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Power Seats If you have this feature, Manual Seats the power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 9 Manual Lumbar Heated Seats Your vehicle may have this feature. This control is Your vehicle may have located on the outboard side of the seat. heated front seats. The Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar buttons used to control this support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support.
Page 10 To heat only the seatback, press the button with the words “BACK ONLY”. An indicator light on the seatback switch will glow to designate that only the seatback is being heated. Additional presses will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only. Press the horizontal button again to heat the whole seat.
Page 11 Head Restraints CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 12: Rear Seats
Rear Seats The rear seatback handles are located on the outboard side of the rear Rear Seat Operation seatbacks. Your vehicle may have a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space. Pull the seatback toward you as you lift up on the handle.
Page 13 To fold and tumble the second row seat(s), do the following: 1. Push the head restraints fully down. 2. Fold the seatback ﬂat on the seat by pushing down on the front part of the lever. The lever is located on the outboard side of the seat (indicated as 1 on the handle side cover).
Page 14: Safety Belts
Entry/Exit to/from the Third Row Seat Returning the Seat(s) to an Upright Position To enter the third row seat, you must fold and tumble the second row seat following the instructions given To return the seat to its original position, reverse the previously.
Page 15 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a CAUTION: (Continued) reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder You can be seriously injured or killed. In the Light on page 3-36. same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up.
Page 16 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-10...
Page 17 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. In doesn’t stop. a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-11...
Page 18 or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12...
Page 19 Questions and Answers About If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Safety Belts You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you and Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an your passengers can be hurt.
Page 20 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-31.
Page 21 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
Page 22 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 23 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it.
Page 26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 27 Rear Seat Passenger Positions The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 28 Lap-Shoulder Belt When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-27.
Page 29 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 30 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may already have this feature. If not, you can get it from your GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 31 Vehicles With No Third Row 1. Slide the guide off of its storage clip located between the interior body and the seatback. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies ﬂat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 32 Vehicles With Both a Second and Third Row 1. An elastic cord with a hook end is located in a pocket on the side of the seatback. Remove the guide from its pocket. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-21.
Page 33 To remove and store the comfort guides, remove the hook from the loop. Slide the guide back into its storage pocket located on the side of the seatback. Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
Page 34: Child Restraints
Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 35 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. 1-29...
Page 36 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 37 Infants and Young Children CAUTION: Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes Never do this. the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a the law in every state in the United States and in lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is...
Page 38 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 39 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a CAUTION: child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a Children who are up against, or very close to, label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously safety standards.
Page 40 Child Restraint Systems CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 41 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for seating surface against the back of the infant. The the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 42 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 43 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child Here’s why: restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor CAUTION: vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may ﬁnd these instructions on the restraint itself or in a A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be booklet, or both.
Page 44 Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 45 Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under Anchor brackets for the rear seat positions are located on it. See Head Restraints on page 1-5. the ﬂoor in the cargo area of your vehicle (TrailBlazer only). Do not use the rear tie-down brackets near the Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready liftgate for top strap tethers.
Page 46 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers In order to use the system, you need either a forward-facing child restraint that has attaching for Children (LATCH System) points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), Your vehicle may have the LATCH system.
Page 47 CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint.
Page 48 Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear for the LATCH System Outside Seat Position 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2.
Page 49 If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-40. See Top Strap on page 1-38 if the child restraint has one. There are no top strap anchors at the third row seating positions.
Page 50 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child the retractor to set the lock. restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 51 Securing a Child Restraint in the Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH Many child restraints are too wide to be correctly system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for secured in the center rear seat, although some of them Children (LATCH System) on page 1-40.
Page 52 Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on put a rear facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: page 1-38 if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 53 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is the retractor to set the lock. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-47...
Page 54: Air Bag Systems
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems.
Page 55 Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the right injury from the force of an inﬂating frontal air bag. front passenger, the words AIR BAG will appear on the But these air bags must inﬂate very quickly to do their air bag covering on the side of the right front job and comply with federal regulations.
Page 56 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: (Continued) many side crashes. And, for some CAUTION: unrestrainedoccupants, frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes You can be severely injured or killed in a crash than more forceful air bags have provided in if you aren’t wearing your safety belt —...
Page 57 CAUTION: CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inﬂate Anyone who is up against, or very close to, with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously If you’re too close to an inﬂating air bag, as you injured or killed.
Page 58 Where Are the Air Bags? There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 59 The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag is instrument panel on the passenger’s side. in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-53...
Page 60 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
Page 61 In addition, your vehicle has “dual stage” frontal air bags, In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air which adjust the amount of restraint according to crash bag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage severity. For moderate frontal impacts, these air bags to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were.
Page 62 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inﬂates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or After the air bag inﬂates, it quickly deﬂates, so quickly that the instrument panel.
Page 63 • Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic frontal CAUTION: (Continued) sensor, which helps the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact. Your vehicle is also equipped inthe vehicle should get out as soon as it is with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which safe to do so.
Page 64: Restraint System Check
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light around your vehicle.
Page 65 Replacing Restraint System Parts If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts.
Page 66 NOTES 1-60...
Page 67: Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Ignition Positions ..........2-18 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-5 Starting Your Engine ........2-20 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-6 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-21 Automatic Transmission Operation ....2-22 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Four-Wheel Drive ..........2-24 Door Locks ............2-8 Parking Brake ..........2-28 Power Door Locks ..........2-9...
Page 68 Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ..........2-43 Rear Floor Storage Lid ........2-48 Convenience Net ..........2-49 Glove Box ...........2-43 Cargo Cover ..........2-49 Overhead Console ........2-43 Front Storage Area ........2-44 Sunroof ............2-50 Table ............2-47 Vehicle Personalization ........2-50 Luggage Carrier ...........2-47 Memory Seat ..........2-50...
Page 69: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 70 This vehicle has one The key code number tells your dealer or a qualiﬁed double-sided key for the locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep this number in ignition and door locks. It a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to will ﬁt with either side up.
Page 71 Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer radio frequency subject to Federal Communications to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
Page 72 Remote Keyless Entry System (Lock): Press lock to lock all the doors. Press lock again within three seconds and the horn will chirp. Operation (Panic): Press the horn symbol to make the horn If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock sound.
Page 73 Battery Replacement To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following: Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location.
Page 74: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. You can use the remote keyless entry system. You can use your key to unlock your door from the Door Locks outside. CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. •...
Page 75 Power Door Locks Five seconds after the last door is closed, all the doors will lock. You can lock the doors immediately by using the power door lock switch or the optional remote The power door lock keyless entry transmitter a second time. switches are located on If the key is inserted in the ignition, this feature will not the driver’s and front...
Page 76 Programmable Automatic To enter the program mode, do the following: 1. Begin with the ignition off. Then pull the turn Door Locks signal/multifunction lever toward you and hold it there while you perform the next step. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle’s 2.
Page 77 Programmable Unlocking Feature 2. Turn the key to RUN and LOCK twice. Then, with the key in LOCK, release the turn signal/multifunction The following is the list of available programming options: lever. Once you do this, you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock, the horn will chirp twice, and a Mode 1: Driver’s door unlocks when the transmission is 30 second program timer will begin.
Page 78 Rear Door Security Locks The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on, unlock Your vehicle may have this feature. You can lock the the door and open the door from the outside.
Page 79 Liftgate/Liftglass Liftgate Release To unlock the liftgate, you may use the power door locks or the keyless entry system described earlier. CAUTION: On some vehicles the liftglass will also unlock when the liftgate is unlocked. Press the pushbutton on the It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass to open it.
Page 80: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 81 Power Windows Express–Down Window The driver’s and front passenger’s window switches have an express-down feature that allows you to lower the window without holding the switch down. Press down brieﬂy on the bottom of the driver’s window switch labeled AUTO to activate the express-down feature. Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly.
Page 82: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems If a locked door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. The Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. headlamps and parking lamps will ﬂash for two minutes, Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent and the horn will sound for 30 seconds, then will turn features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it...
Page 83 ® Testing the Alarm Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the The alarm can be tested by following these steps: ® Passlock theft-deterrent system. 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window ® Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. and open the driver’s door.
Page 84: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km).
Page 85 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features of your hand.
Page 86 Starting Your Engine When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), do this: Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the Your engine won’t start in any other position– ignition key to START and hold it there up to that’s a safety feature.
Page 87 Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle may have this feature. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during could cause an electrical shock.
Page 88 Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. CAUTION: PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start the engine If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will be because your vehicle can’t move easily.
Page 89 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. is moving forward could damage your transmission.
Page 90 Four-Wheel Drive SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). You can use If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra you go down steep mountain roads, but then you traction.
Page 91 Automatic Transfer Case 4HI (Four-Wheel High): Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. This setting also engages your front If your vehicle is equipped axle to help drive your vehicle. with four-wheel drive, the transfer case knob is 4LO (Four-Wheel Low): This setting also engages...
Page 92 Shifting into 4LO An indicator light in the knob will show you which position the transfer case is in. The indicator lights will To shift to 4LO, the vehicle’s engine must be running come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition and and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less one will stay on.
Page 93 Shifting Out of NEUTRAL If the knob is turned to 4HI, A4WD or 2HI when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4HI, A4WD or 2HI To shift the transfer case out of NEUTRAL, do the indicator light will ﬂash for 30 seconds but will not following: complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 2 mph (3.2 km/h) with the transmission in...
Page 94 Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press in the button at the end of the lever. Hold the To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal button in as you move the parking brake lever all the down with your right foot and pull up on the parking way down.
Page 95 Shifting Into Park (P) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P). CAUTION: • Press the button in on the side of the lever. • Push the lever all the way toward the front of the It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if vehicle.
Page 96 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine CAUTION: (Continued) Running And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine CAUTION: running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with you have to.
Page 97 Torque Lock Parking Over Things That Burn If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may ﬁnd it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 98 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You Are Parked CAUTION: It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or CAUTION: smell.
Page 99 CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with be free to roll — even if your shift lever is in the parking brake ﬁrmly set.
Page 100: Mirrors
Mirrors Mirror Operation When turned on, this mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from any headlamps Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror behind you after dark. with OnStar® and Compass The automatic dimming feature is turned on and off by pressing the far left button, located on the lower part of the mirror face, for up to three seconds.
Page 101 Compass Calibration Press and hold the on/off button down for nine seconds to activate the compass calibration mode. “CAL” will be displayed in the compass window on the mirror. The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction.
Page 102 Outside Manual Mirrors The control is located on the driver’s door. 1. Twist the knob toward the mirror you desire to Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the adjust. side of your vehicle. 2. Move the knob in the direction you want the mirror Fold the mirrors in before entering a car wash.
Page 103 Outside Convex Mirror To ﬁrst activate this feature, perform the following steps: 1. Press the Personalization button, located on the A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see steering wheel, until “Tilt Mirror in REVERSE (R)” more from the driver’s seat. is displayed on the DIC display.
Page 104: Onstar System
® ® OnStar System OnStar Services ® OnStar provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs. Some of the services currently ® provided by OnStar are: • Automatic Notiﬁcation of Air Bag Deployment • Emergency Services • Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking •...
Page 105: Homelink Transmitter
® ® OnStar Personal Calling HomeLink Transmitter ® With OnStar Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees.
Page 106 ® If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink Read the instructions completely before attempting to ® program the HomeLink Transmitter. Because of Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) person available to assist you in programming the this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
Page 107 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter about If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds ® 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink and then turns to a constant light, continue with buttons while keeping the indicator light in view.
Page 108 ® Gate Operator and Canadian Using HomeLink Programming ® Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter on while the signal is being transmitted. signals to “time out”...
Page 109: Storage Areas
® Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Storage Areas Button Glove Box ® ® To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: To open your glove box, pull the handle on the front of ® 1.
Page 110 Sunglasses Storage Compartment (Play): To play a recorded message, press this button. Pressing the button more than once will return To open the sunglasses storage compartment in the you to previously recorded messages. If you press overhead console, press the release button. Then pull and hold this button for more than one second, all of the the compartment down.
Page 111 Rear Compartment Storage CAUTION: Panel/Cover Your vehicle may have this feature. If you were to carry things on the adjustable shelf when it is in the upper (cargo cover) position, then during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle.
Page 112 Lower Position Vertical Position Insert the front corners of the panel into the vertical Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower guides guides behind the seatbacks and slide the panel down. and slide the panel forward. Press down on the back of Plastic grocery bags can be attached to the hooks the panel to lock it in place.
Page 113 Table Luggage Carrier Your vehicle may be equipped with a table. The maximum load for the table is 200 lbs. (90 kg). CAUTION: To set up the table: If you try to carry something on top of your 1. Remove the table from its stowed location in the vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage rear of the vehicle.
Page 114 Rear Floor Storage Lid To slide the crossrails to where you want them, pull up on the lever on each side of the crossrail. This will release the crossrail and allow you to slide it. When the crossrail is where you want it, press down on the CAUTION: levers to lock it into place.
Page 115 Convenience Net To remove the cargo cover, do the following: 1. Release the cover from the latch posts and carefully You may have a convenience net in the rear of your roll it back up. vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and 2.
Page 116: Sunroof
Cargo Tie Downs Vehicle Personalization There may be cargo tie Memory Seat downs in the rear of your vehicle that allow you to strap cargo in and keep Your vehicle may have this it from moving. feature. The controls are located on the driver’s door, and are used to program and recall...
Page 117 If you use the unlock button on the remote keyless entry let you know that the position has been stored. With the transmitter to enter your vehicle, the preset driver’s seat vehicle in PARK (P), the exit position for that driver and mirror positions will be recalled if programmed to do can be recalled by pressing the exit button.
Page 118 NOTES 2-52...
Page 119: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Charging System Light ........3-37 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-5 Voltmeter Gage ..........3-38 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Brake System Warning Light ......3-39 Horn .............3-6 Anti-Lock Brake System Tilt Wheel .............3-6 Warning Light ...........3-40 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ....3-40 Exterior Lamps ..........3-14 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ......3-41...
Page 120 Section 3 Instrument Panel Audio System(s) ..........3-62 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ......3-104 Setting the Time ...........3-62 DVD Distortion ..........3-105 Radio with CD ..........3-63 Understanding Radio Reception ....3-105 Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-70 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ....3-105 Radio with Six-Disc CD .........3-80 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ......3-106 Rear Seat Entertainment System ....3-91...
Page 121 NOTES...
Page 122 Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 123 Hazard Warning Flashers The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Exterior Lamp Controls B. Air Outlets C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Ignition Switch F. Transfer Case Controls or Traction Control Button G. Rear Window Washer/Wiper H.
Page 124: Horn
Horn The button for the hazard warning ﬂashers is located on top of the steering To sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the column. steering wheel pad. Tilt Wheel You should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. The tilt lever is located on the driver’s side of the steering column, The hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what...
Page 125: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is ﬁnished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 126 If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an When the high beams are accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal on, this indicator light on a turn, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers the instrument panel on page 5-87 and check for burned-out bulbs.
Page 127 Windshield Wipers Rainsense™ Wipers Your vehicle may be equipped with (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to Rainsense™ windshield wipers. When active, these mist. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let go. wipers are able to detect moisture on the windshield and The wipers will stop after one wipe.
Page 128 Windshield Washer Rear Window Washer/Wiper This control is located to (Windshield Washer): To spray washer ﬂuid on the the right of the steering windshield, press the windshield washer paddle. The wheel on the instrument wipers will clear the window and then either stop panel.
Page 129 Cruise Control CAUTION: The cruise controls are located on the end of the turn signal/multifunction • Cruise control can be dangerous where lever. you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. •...
Page 130 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed 1. Move the cruise control switch to on. and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts 2. Get up to the speed you want. off the cruise control.
Page 131 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Using Cruise Control on Hills Control How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. • Press in the set button at the end of the lever until When going up steep hills, you may want to step on the you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.
Page 132: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps (Parking Lamps): Turn the knob to this symbol to manually turn on the following: Your exterior lamps knob • Parking Lamps is located on your • Sidemarker Lamps instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. • Taillamps •...
Page 133 Lamps On Reminder There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running A reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems, so parking lamps are manually turned on, the driver’s door that driving under bridges or bright overhead street is open and your ignition is in LOCK or ACCESSORY.
Page 134: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either. Instrument Panel Brightness When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will Press the knob located automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps.
Page 135 Dome Lamp Override Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with entry lighting. The dome override button When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on if is located below the the dome override button is in the “out” position. When all exterior lamps knob.
Page 136 Dome Lamps Accessory Power Outlets The dome lamps will come on when you open a door Your vehicle may have accessory power outlets. With unless the dome lamp override is pressed in. the accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the CB radio.
Page 137: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by Your vehicle may have this feature. The ashtray is your warranty. Check with your dealer before removable and ﬁts into the front cupholder.
Page 138: Climate Controls
Climate Controls To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. Dual Climate Control System (Bi-Level): This mode directs about half of the air With this system you can control the heating, cooling to the instrument panel outlets;...
Page 139 Defogging and Defrosting Temperature Control Driver’s Side: The lever on the left side of the climate Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 140 Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass. Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airﬂow. Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the vent setting to direct outside air through your vehicle.
Page 141: Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Operation Tips Dual Automatic Climate Control System • Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The Your vehicle may have the optional dual automatic heater and defroster will work far better, reducing climate control system.
Page 142 Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob (Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climate clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, lower the temperature on the passenger’s side of the and will be directed to the ﬂoor.
Page 143 Automatic Operation Manual Operation To change the current setting, select one of the AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is following: active, the system will control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, and the fan speed. (Fan): This button allows you to manually Use the steps below to place the entire system in adjust the fan speed.
Page 144 You may notice a slight change in engine performance (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the when the air-conditioning compressor shuts off and ﬂoor outlets. Some air also comes out of the defroster turns on again. This is normal. and side window outlets.
Page 145 Rear Window Defogger Your vehicle’s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to windows closed, air will ﬂow into the front air inlet grilles, remove fog from the rear window.
Page 146: Rear Climate Control System
Rear Climate Control System If your vehicle has the rear seat audio system, the lower buttons are used to adjust the rear seat climate controls. The temperature of the air coming through the Your TrailBlazer has one of the following rear climate rear outlets is determined by the front passenger’s control systems.
Page 147 Outlet Adjustment The left button with the up and down arrows on it regulates the fan speed. The mode button can be used to change the direction of airﬂow (upper, bi-level or ﬂoor) to the rear seat area. To turn the rear climate controls off, press the lower power button.
Page 148 TrailBlazer EXT (Bi-level): When bi-level mode is selected in the front controller, the rear system will distribute air from the To operate the rear air conditioning system, the front air four headliner outlets and the third seat ﬂoor outlet. conditioning system must be on. With the front air conditioning system off, the rear system controls can (Floor): When ﬂoor mode is selected in the front only be used to circulate air in the rear of the vehicle.
Page 149 TrailBlazer EXT TrailBlazer EXT Turn the knobs on the control panel to choose a fan Press the buttons at the bottom of the audio control speed, temperature and direction of airﬂow. panel to adjust the fan speed, mode and temperature for the rear passengers.
Page 150: Steering Wheel Climate Controls
Steering Wheel Climate Controls Climate Controls Personalization If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information You can adjust the fan Center (DIC), you can store and recall the climate speed and temperature of control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and the front climate control fan speed for two different drivers.
Page 151 Warning Lights, Gages and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that may When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on be on your vehicle.
Page 152 Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other thing you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 153: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 154: Tachometer
Tachometer Air Bag Readiness Light The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument per minute (rpm). panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. Notice: Do not operate the engine with the The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 155: Charging System Light
Charging System Light CAUTION: The charging system light will come on brieﬂy when If the air bag readiness light stays on after you you turn on the ignition, start your vehicle, it means the air bag system but the engine is not may not be working properly.
Page 156: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an When your engine is not extended period. This condition is normal since the running, but the ignition is charging system is not able to provide full power on (in RUN), this gage...
Page 157: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake.
Page 158: Anti-Lock Brake System
Anti-Lock Brake System Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. A chime may also sound when the light comes on.
Page 159: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the Service Engine Soon Light in the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent United States or Check Engine Light in more serious damage to your vehicle.
Page 160 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, working, when the ignition is on and the engine is stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. not running.
Page 161 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. Some state/provincial and local governments have or You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling may begin programs to inspect the emission control...
Page 162: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 163: Change Engine Oil Light
Change Engine Oil Light Security Light United States Canada United States Canada This light is displayed when the engine oil needs to be This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn the key changed. toward START. The light will stay on until the engine starts.
Page 164: Cruise Control Light
Cruise Control Light Reduced Engine Power Light United States Canada United States Canada Your vehicle may have this feature. The CRUISE light This light is displayed when a noticeable reduction in appears whenever you set your cruise control. the vehicle’s performance may occur. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced.
Page 165: Service Four-Wheel Drive
Service Four-Wheel Drive Check Gages Warning Light Warning Light United States Canada United States Canada The CHECK GAGES light will come on brieﬂy when you are starting the engine. This light should come on brieﬂy when you turn on the If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, ignition, as a check to show you it is working.
Page 166: Gate Ajar Light
Gate Ajar Light Fuel Gage United States Canada If this light comes on, your liftgate or liftglass is ajar. Try United States Canada closing the liftgate or liftglass again. Never drive with the liftgate or liftglass even partially open. When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining.
Page 167: Low Fuel Warning Light
Driver Information Center (DIC) Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: Your vehicle may have this feature. The DIC display • At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before is located on the instrument panel cluster above the gage reads full.
Page 168: Dic Operation And Displays
DIC Operation and Displays Trip A and Trip B Press the trip information button until TRIP A or TRIP B The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a short is displayed. This shows the current distance traveled delay the DIC will display the current driver and the since the last reset for each trip odometer in either miles information that was last displayed before the engine...
Page 169 Fuel Information Instant Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until INST appears in Use the fuel information button to scroll through the the display. Instant fuel economy is how many miles range, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy and per gallon your vehicle is at the particular moment the GM Oil Life System™.
Page 170 Personalization Alarm Warning Type Press the personalization button until ALARM You can program certain features to a preferred setting for up to two people. Press the personalization button WARNING TYPE appears in the display. To select your to scroll through the following personalization features. personalization for alarm warning type, press the All of the personalization options may not be available select button while ALARM WARNING TYPE is...
Page 171 Automatic Locking Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices: Press the select button while AUTOMATIC LOCKING is • UNLOCK ALL IN PARK (default) displayed on the DIC to scroll through the following choices: • UNLOCK ALL AT KEY OUT •...
Page 172 Seat Position Recall Perimeter Lighting Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION Press the personalization button until PERIMETER RECALL appears in the display. To select your LIGHTING appears in the display. To select your personalization for seat position recall, press the select personalization for perimeter lighting, press the select button while SEAT POSITION RECALL is displayed button while PERIMETER LIGHTING is displayed on the...
Page 173 Remote Lock Feedback Remote Unlock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE LOCK Press the personalization button until REMOTE UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your personalization for the feedback you will receive when personalization for the feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry...
Page 174 Headlamps on at Exit Mirror Curbview Assist Press the personalization button until MIRROR Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON CURBVIEW ASSIST appears in the display. To select AT EXIT appears in the display. To select your your personalization for tilt mirror in reverse, press personalization for how long the headlamps will stay on the select button while MIRROR CURBVIEW ASSIST is when you turn off the vehicle, press the select button...
Page 175 Easy Exit Driver Seat Display Units (ENG/MET) Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT Press the personalization button until DISPLAY UNITS DRIVER SEAT appears in the display. To select your appears in the display. To select English or metric, personalization for seat position exit, press the press the select button while DISPLAY UNITS is select button while EASY EXIT DRIVER SEAT is displayed on the DIC.
Page 176: Dic Warnings And Messages
Display Language Select To select your personalization for display language, The select button is used to reset certain functions and press the select button while DISPLAY LANGUAGE is turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC display. displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button The select button also toggles through the options will scroll through the available languages: available in each personalization menu.
Page 177 ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE SERVICE AIR BAG If the cooling system temperature gets hot, this If there is a problem with the air bag system this message will appear in the DIC and you will hear a message will be displayed on the DIC. Have a qualiﬁed chime.
Page 178 REAR ACCESS OPEN TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE If the liftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is in If the transmission ﬂuid in the vehicle gets hot, this RUN, this message will appear on the DIC and you will message will appear on the DIC.
Page 179 PASSENGER DOOR AJAR RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR If the passenger’s door is not fully closed, this message If the passenger’s side rear door is not fully closed this will appear on the display and you will hear a chime. message will appear on the display and you will Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for hear a chime.
Page 180: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Setting the Time Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to represent hours and an M or MIN to represent minutes. your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio –...
Page 181: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, your audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH.
Page 182 Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, and FM2. The display will show your selection. six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations.
Page 183 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until increase or to decrease.
Page 184 Using RDS DISP (Display): Press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS. The display Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data options are station name, RDS station frequency, System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only PTY and the name of the program (if available).
Page 185 AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it will allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the appear every three seconds. To scroll through the same program type. Press and hold AM FM for two message at your own speed, press the INFO button seconds to turn alternate frequency on.
Page 186 Radio Messages Do not add paper labels to discs, they could get caught in the CD player. CAL ERR (Calibration Error): This message is Do not play 3 inch discs without a standard adapter disc. displayed when the radio has not been calibrated If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc properly for the vehicle.
Page 187 4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this when listening to the radio. pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six EJT (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD.
Page 188: Radio With Cassette And Cd
Radio with Cassette and CD Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation as vehicle speed increases. NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed.
Page 189 Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, and FM2. The display will show your selection. six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations.
Page 190 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) The setting last chosen will appear on the display when you ﬁrst press AUTO TONE. Each time you press this button, another setting will appear on the display AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS and AUTO TONE will switch to one of the preset settings or TREB appears on the display.
Page 191 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 192 DISPL (Display): Press this knob to change what AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency appears on the display while using RDS. The display allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the options are station name, RDS station frequency, same program type.
Page 193 INFO (Information): If the current station has a If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic message, the information symbol will appear on the announcements, press this button and the radio will seek display. Press this button to see the message. The to a station that does.
Page 194 Playing a Cassette Tape 1 PREV (Previous): Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are to work. Press this pushbutton to go to the previous up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 195 Cassette Tape Messages 4 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while CHK TAPE (Check Tape): If CHK TAPE appears on the tape advances.
Page 196 Playing a Compact Disc TRACK and the track number will appear on the display. If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The once, the player will continue moving back through player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing.
Page 197 Compact Disc Messages SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or to the previous track. Press the right If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following arrow to go to the start of the next track. If either arrow reasons: is held or pressed more then once, the player will •...
Page 198: Radio With Six-Disc Cd
Radio with Six-Disc CD Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will provide more volume compensation as vehicle speed increases. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive.
Page 199 Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, and FM2. The display will show your selection. six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations.
Page 200 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID or and the left speakers, push the AUDIO knob until BAL TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase appears on the display.
Page 201 Using RDS Finding a PTY Station To select and ﬁnd a desired PTY perform the following: Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Page 202 Setting Preset PTYs SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. selected PTY will be displayed on the screen.
Page 203 INFO (Information): If the current station has a If the brackets are on the display and TRAF is not, you can then press the TRAF button to remove the brackets message, INFO will appear on the display. Press this or use the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to go to a button to see the message.
Page 204 3. Once the light stops ﬂashing and turns green, load LOAD CD : Press the LOAD side of this button to a disc. Insert the disc partway into the slot, label load CDs into the compact disc player. This compact side up.
Page 205 Playing a Speciﬁc Loaded Do not repeatedly press the CD eject side of the LOAD CD eject button to eject a disc after you have Compact Disc tried to push it in manually. The receivers 25-second eject timer will reset at each press of eject, which For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio will cause the receiver to not eject the disc until the display.
Page 206 RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track SEEK : Press the left arrow to go to the start of or an entire disc. To use repeat, do the following: the current track, if more than ten seconds have passed. •...
Page 207 Using Song List Mode To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on the The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called display. The recorded tracks will begin to play in the song list.
Page 208 Compact Disc Messages To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio 1. Turn the disc player on. display, it could be due to one of the following reasons: 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. •...
Page 209: Rear Seat Entertainment System
Rear Seat Entertainment System Headphones The entertainment system includes two IR wireless Your vehicle may have the optional Digital Versatile Disc headphones. (DVD) entertainment system. The entertainment system includes a DVD player, a video display screen, Mini-headphone jacks are also provided for use with two sets of IR (Infrared) wireless headphones, a customer provided headphones.
Page 210 Battery Replacement To use the auxiliary audio and video inputs on the RSE, connect an external auxiliary device such as a To change the batteries, do the following: camcorder to the RCA jacks and turn on both the auxiliary device power and the power on the front of the 1.
Page 211 Video Screen To use the video screen, do the following: 1. Push forward on the release button and the screen will fold down. 2. Push the screen away from you and adjust its position as desired. When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its locked position.
Page 212 DVD Player DVD Player Buttons PWR (Power): Press this button to turn the DVD player on. (Wired Headphone Volume): Press the plus (+) or minus (− ) symbol to increase or to decrease the wired headphone volume. (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play. Press this button while a DVD is playing to pause it.
Page 213 Stopping and Resume Playback DVD Messages To stop a disc, press and release the stop/eject button on The following errors may be displayed: the DVD player or the stop button on the remote. To • Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed resume playback, press the play/pause button on the if a disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not DVD player or the remote.
Page 214 Remote Control Remote Control Buttons To use the remote control, aim it at the small square window to the left of the disc slot and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the entertainment system to receive signals from the remote control.
Page 215 MENU: Press this button to view the media menu. The EJECT/LOAD: Press this button to eject a DVD media menu is different on every disc. Use the up while it is playing. If the disc has been ejected and not and down and the right and the left arrow buttons to removed from the player, pressing this button will move the cursor around the media menu.
Page 216 Setup Menu COMP/AUDIO (Compression) COMP: Press and release this button to display the current compression To access the setup menu, ensure a DVD is in the displayed on the screen. Press this button again to player and the video is in stop mode. Press the menu select the next compression state.
Page 217 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition might be off. The picture does not ﬁll the Quickly press and release The parental control screen. There are black the SIZE/ANGLE button button might have been borders on the top and on the remote.
Page 218 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action The remote does not work. Point the remote directly at After stopping the player, I Press the STOP button on the player, but not the push PLAY but the remote to resume screen. sometimes the DVD starts where the DVD left off.
Page 219 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action When I return to the DVD If the STOP button was My disc is stuck in the Press the EJECT/LOAD from the system menu, pressed once, it resumes player. The EJECT/LOAD button on the remote, or sometimes it plays from play from where it left off.
Page 220: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Your vehicle may have one of the following: This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the music sources: radio, cassette tapes or CDs. The rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to.
Page 221 PROG (Program) / SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between playing a cassette tape or a CD and listening to the radio. The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. SEEK: Press the SEEK button to seek to the next station and stay there.
Page 222: Radio Personalization
Radio Personalization Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature, it allows the driver to If your vehicle has this return to the last used audio source (radio, cassette or feature, certain radio CD) using the remote keyless entry transmitter. This functions can be operated feature can also store and recall AM and FM presets, by using the controls...
Page 223: Dvd Distortion
DVD Distortion Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause You may experience audio distortion in the reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged IR headphones when operating cellular phones, mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their scanners, CB radios, Global Positioning Systems cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies.
Page 224: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds
The broken tape detection feature of your cassette tape After you clean the player, press and hold the EJT player may identify the cleaning cassette as a button for ﬁve seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. damaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator from being ejected, use the following steps: was reset.
Page 225: Cleaning The Video Screen
Cleaning the Video Screen Chime Level Adjustment Pour some isopropyl or rubbing alcohol on a clean cloth The volume level of the vehicle’s chimes can be and gently wipe the video screen. Do not spray controlled by the radio. To change the volume level, directly onto the screen and do not press too hard or press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the too long on the video screen.
Page 226 NOTES 3-108...
Page 227 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ....4-29 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 City Driving ..........4-32 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-33 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-34 Braking ............4-6 Highway Hypnosis ........4-35 Traction Assist System (TAS) ......4-9...
Page 228: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the Your Vehicle driving task — such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call, reading, or reaching for something on the ﬂoor —...
Page 229 Police records show that almost half of all motor According to the American Medical Association, a vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce these deaths are the result of someone who was (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a drinking and driving.
Page 230 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching BAC would be close to 0.12 percent.
Page 231: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash You have three systems that make your vehicle go where injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal you want it to go.
Page 232: Braking
Braking Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a Braking action involves perception time and mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between reaction time.
Page 233 Anti-lock Brake System Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on.
Page 234 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need faster than any driver could. The computer is to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always programmed to make the most of available tire and road decrease stopping distance.
Page 235: Traction Assist System (Tas)
Traction Assist System (TAS) The traction control off symbol on the button will come on under the following conditions: Your two-wheel drive vehicle may have a Traction • The Traction Assist System is turned off, either by Assist System (TAS) that limits wheel spin. This pressing the TAS on/off button or by turning off is especially useful in slippery road conditions.
Page 236: Locking Rear Axle
Steering If desired, you can change the TAS automatic engagement feature so that the system will not come on automatically when the engine is started. To do so: Power Steering 1. Park the vehicle with the ignition off and the If you lose power steering assist because the engine transmission in PARK (P).
Page 237 Steering in Emergencies Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems — steering and acceleration — have to do their work where the tires There are times when steering can be more effective than meet the road.
Page 238: Off-Road Recovery
Off-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 239: Passing
Passing • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, vehicle.
Page 240: Loss Of Control
• Loss of Control Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens of the right lane to pass. When you are far when the three control systems (brakes, steering and enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires...
Page 241: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Off-Road Driving with Your If you have the Traction Assist System, remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not have Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle this system, or if the system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel accelerator pedal.
Page 242 Before You Go Off-Roading CAUTION: There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all • Cargo on the load ﬂoor piled higher than underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly the seatbacks can be thrown forward attached.
Page 243 Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going recreation. However, it also raises environmental to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every route.
Page 244 Scanning the Terrain Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds of is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep terrain.
Page 245 Driving on Off-Road Hills When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a ﬁrm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hill.
Page 246 Approaching a Hill Driving Uphill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend need to take some special steps. or cross.
Page 247 • Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is to let opposing traffic know you’re there. about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? •...
Page 248 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or are about to stall, when going up a hill. CAUTION: • Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL (N) to “rev-up” the engine and regain Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can forward momentum.
Page 249 Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: Heavy braking when going down a hill can • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This vehicle control? could cause loss of control and a serious •...
Page 250 • Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive Am I likely to stall when going downhill? across a hill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if grass can cause your tires to slip sideways, downhill. it happens going downhill, here’s what to do.
Page 251 What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 252 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice CAUTION: When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you’ll need longer braking Driving on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can be distances.
Page 253 After Off-Road Driving If the water isn’t too deep, drive slowly through it. At faster speeds, water splashes on your ignition system and your Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the vehicle can stall. Stalling can also occur if you get your underbody, chassis or under the hood.
Page 254: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Don’t drink and drive. • Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. •...
Page 255: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 256 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy going through some car washes can cause problems, rain can make it harder to see road signs and too.
Page 257 Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the CAUTION: water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces.
Page 258: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 259: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ﬂow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 260: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Before Leaving on a Long Trip Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your “blind” spot. 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 Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you work —...
Page 261: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Here are some things you can check before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are Is there actually such a condition as “highway all windows clean inside and outside? hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? •...
Page 262: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-15 for information about driving off-road. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all ﬂuid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads.
Page 263: Winter Driving
Winter Driving CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
Page 264 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, a red cloth and reﬂective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 265 Whatever the condition — smooth ice, packed, blowing Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability or loose snow — drive with caution. when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, If you have traction assist, keep the system on.
Page 266 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 267 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 268: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the or Snow wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your For information about using tire chains on your...
Page 269 Using the Recovery Hooks Your vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks. The recovery hooks are provided at the front of your vehicle. You may need to use them if you’re stuck off-road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving.
Page 270: Towing
Towing Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Towing Your Vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.
Page 271 Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. To properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer. In rare cases when it’s unavoidable that a two-wheel-drive vehicle is to be towed with all four wheels on the ground, the propeller shaft to axle yoke...
Page 272 Dolly Towing 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N). See “Four-Wheel Drive” in the Index for the proper Your vehicle was not designed to be dolly towed. If you procedure to select the NEUTRAL position for your need to tow your vehicle, see “Dinghy Towing” earlier vehicle.
Page 273: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle.
Page 274: Adding A Snow Plow Or Similar Equipment
Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your CAUTION: (Continued) dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. • Notice: Your warranty does not cover parts Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in or components that fail because of overloading.
Page 275: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer for CAUTION: important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Page 276 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer • With an automatic transmission, you can tow in DRIVE (D). You may want to shift the transmission If you do, here are some important points: to THIRD (3) or, if necessary, a lower gear •...
Page 277 Look in the following chart to ﬁnd the maximum trailer weight for your vehicle. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 3.42 5,300 lbs. (2 406 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4 535 kg) 2WD TRAILBLAZER (L6 Engine) 3.73 5,800 lbs. (2 633 kg) 10,500 lbs.
Page 278 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163- 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue...
Page 279 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inﬂated to the upper limit carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into for cold tires.
Page 280 Trailer Brakes Driving with a Trailer If your trailer weighs more than 1,500 lbs. (680 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes — and they must CAUTION: be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust If you have a rear-most window open and you and maintain them properly.
Page 281 Passing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Page 282 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer while parked (preferably on level ground) with the automatic transmission in PARK (P) for a few minutes The arrows on your instrument panel will ﬂash whenever before turning the engine off. If you do get the overheat you signal a turn or lane change.
Page 283 When You Are Ready to Leave After 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift into PARK (P). Parking on a Hill 5. Release the regular brakes. 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: CAUTION: •...
Page 284 Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: • Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal • Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal • Brown: Running Lamps • White: Ground • Light Green: Back-up Lamps • Red: Battery Feed • Dark Blue: Electric Brakes If you need to tow a light-duty trailer with a standard four-way round pin connector, an adapter connector is available from your dealer.
Page 285 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Power Steering Fluid ........5-37 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-3 Windshield Washer Fluid ........5-38 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Brakes ............5-39 Your Vehicle ..........5-4 Battery ............5-42 Jump Starting ..........5-43 Fuel ..............5-4 Gasoline Octane ..........5-4 Rear Axle ............5-48 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ........5-5...
Page 286 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Appearance Care ..........5-77 Electrical System ..........5-86 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-77 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-86 Care of Safety Belts ........5-80 Headlamps ..........5-86 Weatherstrips ..........5-80 Windshield Wiper Fuses ........5-86 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-80 Power Windows and Other Power Options ..5-86 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-83 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-87...
Page 287: Service
Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper service manual. It tells you be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer much more about how to service your vehicle than this for all your service needs.
Page 288: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Fuel CAUTION: (Continued) Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” Gasoline Octane fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 break or fall off.
Page 289: Gasoline Specifications
Gasoline Speciﬁcations California Fuel If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission It is recommended that gasoline meet speciﬁcations Standards (see the underhood emission control label), which were developed by the American Automobile it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the speciﬁcations.
Page 290: Additives
Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline are now required to contain additives that will help whether the fuel contains MMT.
Page 291: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor is highly ﬂammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, ﬂames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 292 CAUTION: If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss”...
Page 293: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly CAUTION: installed.
Page 294 Checking Things Under Hood Release the Hood 1. To open the hood, ﬁrst pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower driver’s side of the CAUTION: instrument panel. Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a ﬁre. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake ﬂuid, windshield washer and other ﬂuids, and plastic or rubber.
Page 295 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. 3. Lift the hood; release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. 5-11...
Page 296: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the L6 engine, you’ll see the following: 5-12...
Page 297 A. Coolant Recovery Tank H. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. Engine Oil Fill Cap C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir J. Remote Negative (-) Terminal Marked “GND” D. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Indicator (If Equipped) K. Brake Master Cylinder E.
Page 298 When you open the hood on the V8 engine, you’ll see the following: 5-14...
Page 299: Engine Oil
A. Coolant Recovery Tank Before closing the hood, be sure all ﬁller caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter hood prop. Remove the hood prop from its slot in the C.
Page 300 Checking 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, It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you keeping the tip down, and check the level. get fuel.
Page 301 When to Add Engine Oil The engine oil ﬁll cap is located in the engine If the oil is at or below the L mark for the L6 engine or compartment toward the the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick for passenger’s side of the V8 engine, then you’ll need to add at least one quart the vehicle.
Page 302 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identiﬁed by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certiﬁed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 303 When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You Life System) should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identiﬁed as Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know SAE 5W-30.
Page 304: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
How to Reset the CHANGE ENG OIL Light Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your ﬁlter before disposal.
Page 305 When to Inspect CAUTION: If your vehicle is equipped with a ﬁlter change indicator it will let you know when the ﬁlter needs to be replaced. Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter every Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace the ﬁlter if off can cause you or others to be burned.
Page 306: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid 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 on hot engine When to Check and Change part or exhaust system parts, starting a ﬁre. Too little ﬂuid could cause the transmission to A good time to check your automatic transmission ﬂuid overheat.
Page 307 A cold ﬂuid check can be made after the vehicle has Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off, The automatic transmission but this is used only as a reference. Let the engine dipstick handle with the run at idle for ﬁve minutes if outside temperatures are transmission and lock...
Page 308: Engine Coolant
How to Add Fluid Engine Coolant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what The cooling system in your vehicle is ﬁlled with kind of transmission ﬂuid to use. See Part D: ® DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-17.
Page 309 Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that ® you use only DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant. CAUTION: (Continued) ® If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the radiator corrosion may result.
Page 310 Checking Coolant Adding Coolant ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL The engine coolant coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. recovery tank is in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of CAUTION: the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on Turning the radiator pressure cap when the page 5-12 for more...
Page 311: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. Notice: Your pressure cap is a pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss CAUTION: and possible engine damage from overheating. See “Capacities and Speciﬁcations”...
Page 312 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 313 If No Steam Is Coming From Your If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Engine If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 314: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: V8 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap L6 Engine C. Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 315 The coolant level should If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. be at least up to the FULL The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle COLD mark. If it isn’t, speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal you may have a leak at the down.
Page 316 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Recovery Tank Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of ®...
Page 317 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
Page 318 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn.
Page 319 ® 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL 4. Then ﬁll the coolant recovery tank to the FULL coolant mixture, up to the base of the ﬁller COLD mark. neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but information about the proper coolant mixture.
Page 320: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise.
Page 321: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, The power steering ﬂuid wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then reservoir is located in the unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. engine compartment.
Page 322: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow the What to Use manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. When you need windshield washer ﬂuid, be sure to read Water can cause the solution to freeze and the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
Page 323: Brakes
Brakes the ﬂuid level goes back up. The other reason is that ﬂuid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system ﬁxed, since a leak Brake Fluid means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all.
Page 324 Checking Brake Fluid Always clean the brake ﬂuid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking off the cap. keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Just look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir.
Page 325 Brake Wear Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations.
Page 326: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or parts have to be of top quality and work well together if more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Page 327: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won’t work, and it could damage your vehicle. If your battery has run down, you may want to use 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your battery with a negative ground system.
Page 328 Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by CAUTION: your warranty. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug Using a match near a battery can cause battery unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette gas to explode.
Page 329 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the CAUTION: positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) Fans or other moving engine parts can injure terminal if the vehicle you badly. Keep your hands away from moving has one.
Page 330 8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other end of negative (−) cable to the the negative (−) cable to negative (−) terminal the remote negative (−) of the good battery. Use terminal on the vehicle a remote negative (−) with the dead battery.
Page 331 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 332: Rear Axle
Rear Axle What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what When to Check Lubricant kind of lubricant to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-17. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
Page 333 How to Check Lubricant Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 334: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement If the level is below the bottom of the ﬁller plug hole, you may need to add some lubricant. For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to page 5-51. raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the ﬁller plug hole.
Page 335: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Taillamps 3157 Rear Turn Signal Lamps 3157 For any bulb not listed here, contact your dealer. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on 4.
Page 336 4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the A. Blade Assembly D. Blade Pivot blade claws at the opposite end (B). The plastic B.
Page 337 6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot. 7. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield. Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-51 for instructions on how to change the backglass wiper blade.
Page 338: Tires
Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions • Overinﬂated tires are more likely to be about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, cut, punctured or broken by a sudden see your GM Warranty booklet for details.
Page 339: Tire Inspection And Rotation
How to Check Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinﬂation or overinﬂation is all right. It’s not. If your tires Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire don’t have enough air (underinﬂation), you can get pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inﬂated the following: simply by looking at them.
Page 340 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 341: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires • The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. One way to tell when it’s • The tire has a bump, bulge or split. time for new tires is to •...
Page 342: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, Quality grades can be found where applicable on the bias-belted or radial) as your original tires.
Page 343 Treadwear Temperature – A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the generation conditions on a speciﬁed government test course.
Page 344: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life for your vehicle.
Page 345: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain CAUTION: clearance to the body and chassis. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-62 for more Don’t use tire chains.
Page 346: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, If a tire goes ﬂat, avoid further tire and wheel damage especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes by driving slowly to a level place.
Page 347 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. TrailBlazer 5-63...
Page 348 The tools you’ll be using include the wheel wrench (A), tire blocks (B), extension(s) (socket end) (C), handle (jack end) (D), and jack (E). The Trailblazer EXT TrailBlazer EXT will include an additional extension The jacking equipment you will need is stored under the The following instructions explain how to remove the rear seat in the TrailBlazer or in the left rear quarter spare tire mounted underneath your vehicle.
Page 349 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower.
Page 350 Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It’s designed to stop the spare or ﬂat road tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged. For the secondary latch to work, the tire must be stored with the valve stem pointing up.
Page 351 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch CAUTION: do the following: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jackcompletely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare.
Page 352 7. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end ﬁtting. 8. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held ﬁrmly in place. The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack.
Page 353 11. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. 12. If the cable is hanging under the vehicle, turn the wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up.
Page 354 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Front 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head. Rear 3.
Page 355 4. Place the jack in the appropriate position nearest the ﬂat tire. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
Page 356 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, CAUTION: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8.
Page 357 CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 358 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from your vehicle. If this happened when your vehicle was being driven, Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the the tire might contact a person or another passenger compartment of the vehicle could vehicle, causing injury and, of course, damage...
Page 359 Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted spare. A. Wheel Wrench B. Hoist Shaft C. Extension(s) D. Retainer E. Spare or Flat Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Up) 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed up and to the rear.
Page 360 Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in the vehicle. Roll up the instruction label and return it to the slot in the tool kit. TrailBlazer EXT A. Handle D. Wheel Blocks B. Wheel Wrench and Jack TrailBlazer C.
Page 361: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some • Alcohol are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you strike a •...
Page 362 Fabric/Carpet 4. Apply cleaner with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material and don’t rub it roughly. Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and 5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. sponge to remove any excess cleaner.
Page 363 Top of the Instrument Panel Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones 2.
Page 364: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint ﬁnish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. CAUTION: Washing Your Vehicle Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it may severely weaken them.
Page 365 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
Page 366 Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Aluminum Wheels Blades Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, may then be applied.
Page 367: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage At least every spring, ﬂush these materials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas of If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal the frame should be loosened before being ﬂushed.
Page 368: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Materials Description Usage See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing Removes swirl marks, ﬁne the following products. Swirl Remover Polish scratches and other light surface contamination. GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish.
Page 369: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identiﬁcation Engine Identiﬁcation The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, speciﬁcations Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) and replacement parts. 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 parts.
Page 370: Electrical System
Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit Add-On Electrical Equipment breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your sure to get it ﬁxed.
Page 371: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Engine Compartment Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 372 L6 Engine 5-88...
Page 373 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Electrically-Controlled Air Electric Brake Suspension Cooling Fan Passenger’s Side High-Beam Horn Headlamp Ignition E Passenger’s Side Low-Beam Electronic Throttle Control Headlamp Instrument Panel Cluster, Driver Back-Up-Trailer Lamps Information Center Driver’s Side High-Beam Automatic Shift Lock Control Headlamp System Driver’s Side Low-Beam...
Page 374 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Air Conditioning Blank Cooling Fan Rear Window Washer Headlamp Driver Module Fog Lamps Starter Horn Miscellaneous Usage Fuel Pump Instrument Panel Battery Windshield Wipers/Washer Blank High-Beam Headlamp 5-90...
Page 375 V8 Engine 5-91...
Page 376 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Electrically-Controlled Air Horn Suspension Ignition E Passenger’s Side High-Beam Electronic Throttle Control Headlamp Instrument Panel Cluster, Driver Passenger’s Side Low-Beam Information Center Headlamp Automatic Shift Lock Control Back-Up-Trailer Lamps System Driver’s Side High-Beam Engine 1 Headlamp Back-Up Driver’s Side Low-Beam Powertrain Control Module 1...
Page 377 Rear Underseat Fuse Block Fuses Usage Relays Usage Headlamp Washer Rear Window Washer Fog Lamps Horn Fuel Pump Windshield Wipers/Washer High-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Cooling Fan Headlamp Driver Module Starter Ignition 1 Miscellaneous Usage Instrument Panel Battery 5-93...
Page 378 Fuses Usage Right Door Control Module Left Door Control Module Liftgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Rear Fog Lamps Liftgate Module/Driver Seat Module Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats Blank Driver Door Module Ampliﬁer Passenger Door Module Rear Climate Controls Left Rear Parking Lamps Auxiliary Power 2 Vehicle Center High-Mounted...
Page 379 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Lock Left Turn Signal Blank Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning 1 Unlock Truck Body Controller 4 Blank Radio Blank Trailer Park ® OH Battery/OnStar System Right Turn Signal Rainsense™ Wipers Heat Ventilation Air Parking Lamps Conditioning Truck Body Controller 4 Cruise Rear Fog Lamps Control Auxiliary Power 1...
Page 380 Fuses Usage Right Door Control Module Left Door Control Module Liftgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Rear Fog Lamps Liftgate Module/Driver Seat Module Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats Rear Wiper Driver Door Module Ampliﬁer Passenger Door Module Rear Climate Controls Left Rear Parking Lamps Auxiliary Power 2 Vehicle Center High-Mounted...
Page 381 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Lock Front Parking Lamps Retained Accessory Power Left Turn Signal Blank Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning 1 Unlock Truck Body Controller 4 Blank Radio Blank Trailer Park ® OH Battery/OnStar System Right Turn Signal Sunroof Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning Rainsense™...
Page 382: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Speciﬁcations Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order .042 inches “VORTEC™ ” 4200 L6 1–5–3–6–2–4 (1.07 mm) 0.060 inches “VORTEC™ ” 5300 V8 1–8–7–2–6–5–4–3 (1.52 mm) L6 Engine V8 Engine Application English Metric English Metric 140 Y 140 Y Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft...
Page 383 L6 Engine V8 Engine Application English Metric English Metric Differential Fluid Rear 4.0 pints 1.9 L 4.0 pints 1.9 L Front 2.6 pints 0.8 L 2.6 pints 0.8 L Fuel Tank TrailBlazer 18.7 gallons 70.8 L — — TrailBlazer with RPO NNK 22.0 gallons 83.3 L —...
Page 384: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Number Engine Oil Filter PF58* PF44* Engine Air Cleaner A2014C* Automatic Transmission Filter Kit GM Part No. 24200796 Spark Plugs 41-981* 41–974* Fuel Filter GF831* Windshield Wiper Blade 20.0 inches (50.8 cm) Backglass Wiper Blade 14.0 inches (35.6 cm) ®...
Page 385 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-12 Introduction ...........6-2 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-15 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-15 How This Section is Organized ......6-3 Exhaust System Inspection ......6-15 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4...
Page 386: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and even affect the quality of the air we breathe.
Page 387: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized If you want to get the service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10. This maintenance schedule is divided into ﬁve parts: “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”...
Page 388: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them. Services When you go to your dealer for your service needs, This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service which explains the engine oil life system and how people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
Page 389: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and ﬁlter as indicated by the GM The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles occurs ﬁrst).
Page 390 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter or change indicator (if If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must equipped). If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter or last oil change.
Page 391 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Check rear/front axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as Check rear/front axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 392 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change automatic transmission ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the Check rear/front axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals conditions: for leaking.
Page 393 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter or change indicator (if Check rear/front axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as equipped). If necessary, replace the ﬁlter. If vehicle is needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect ﬁlter or for leaking.
Page 394 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t Check rear/front axle ﬂuid level and add ﬂuid as changed your automatic transmission ﬂuid, change needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals both the ﬂuid and ﬁlter for leaking.
Page 395: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check ® Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL Listed in this part are owner checks and services coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant which should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to on page 5-24 for further details.
Page 396: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last Restraint System Check longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your damp weather more frequent application may be belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages required.
Page 397 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others When you are doing this check, the vehicle could be injured. Follow the steps below. could move suddenly.
Page 398 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. •...
Page 399: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed in this part are inspections and services which missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which each spring and fall).
Page 400: Transfer Case And Front Axle (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection
Transfer Case and Front Axle Brake System Inspection (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when for surface condition.
Page 401: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada Parking Brake 88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part Cable Guides meeting requirements of NLGI #2, number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 402 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part No. Hood and Door Transfer Case U.S. 12378508, in Canada Hinges, Body 10953626). Door Hinge Pins, Liftgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. Hinge and (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Rear Driveline U.S.
Page 403: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Maintenance Record...
Page 404 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance Record Date Serviced By Reading 6-20...
Page 405 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance Record Date Serviced By Reading 6-21...
Page 406 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Maintenance Record Date Serviced By Reading 6-22...
Page 407 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance Information ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-9 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-9 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-10 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
Page 408: Customer Assistance Information
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to the windshield.) your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your • Dealership name and location vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service...
Page 409: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle needs.
Page 410: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free Fax Number: 313-381-0022 number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes From U.S. Virgin Islands: to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to 1-800-496-9994 Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. Fax Number: 313-381-0022...
Page 411: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Canada – Customer Assistance GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive This program, available to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 1-800-263-3777 (English) toward aftermarket driver or 1-800-263-7854 (French)
Page 412: Roadside Assistance Program
Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Plus: Center. As the owner of a 2003 Chevrolet, membership • FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer in Roadside Assistance is free. from a legal roadway)
Page 413: Courtesy Transportation
Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time.
Page 414 Warranty service can generally be completed while you maximum of $30.00 per day supported by receipts. This wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider transportation options.
Page 415: Reporting Safety Defects
Additional Program Information Reporting Safety Defects Courtesy Transportation is available during the Reporting Safety Defects to the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A United States Government separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information”...
Page 416: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Service Bulletins Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center Service Bulletins give technical service information P.O. Box 33170 needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars Detroit, MI 48232-5170 and trucks.
Page 417 Owner’s Information ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners Eastern Time and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include For Credit Card Orders Only the Maintenance Schedule for all models.
Page 418 NOTES 7-12...
Page 419 Appearance Care (cont.) Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-80 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-18 Finish Damage ..........5-83 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment ..4-48 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ..5-84 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-38 Sheet Metal Damage ........
Page 420 Automatic Transmission Break-In, New Vehicle ........2-18 Fluid ............5-22 Bulb Replacement ........... 5-50 Operation ........... 2-22 Replacement Bulbs ........5-51 Automatic Transmission Check ......6-12 Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps ....5-50 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Buying New Tires ........... 5-57 System Check ..........
Page 421 Checking Coolant ..........5-26 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....... 5-81 Checking Engine Oil ........5-16 Climate Control System Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-10 Climate Controls Personalization ....3-32 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...... 1-58 Dual ............3-20 Chemical Paint Spotting ........5-83 Dual Automatic ..........
Page 422 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Driving Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian At Night ............. 4-28 Government ..........7-10 City ............4-32 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Defensive ............. 4-2 Government ..........7-9 Drunken ............4-2 Roadside Assistance Program ......7-6 Freeway .............
Page 423 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 5-87 ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE ..... 3-59 Electrical System Engine Coolant Level Check ......6-11 Add-On Equipment ........5-86 Engine Oil Additives ........5-19 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-87 Engine Oil Level Check ........6-11 Headlamps ..........
Page 424 Flash-to-Pass ........... 3-8 FUEL LEVEL LOW ......... 3-60 Flat Tire ............5-62 Fuses Flat Tire, Changing ......... 5-62 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-87 Fluid Windshield Wiper ......... 5-86 Automatic Transmission ........ 5-22 Power Steering ........... 5-37 Windshield Washer ........5-38 FM ..............
Page 425 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-5 ICE POSSIBLE ..........3-60 Head Restraints ..........1-5 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ..5-29 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ....3-8 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ....5-28 Headlamps If the Light Is Flashing ........3-42 Bulb Replacement ........
Page 426 Light Air Bag Readiness ........3-36 Jump Starting ..........5-43 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ....3-40 Brake System Warning ......... 3-39 Change Engine Oil ........3-45 Charging System ......... 3-37 Check Gages Warning ......... 3-47 Key Lock Cylinders Service ......6-12 Cruise Control ..........
Page 427 Loss of Control ..........4-14 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Low Fuel Warning Light ........3-49 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Luggage Carrier ..........2-47 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-15 Lumbar Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-Wheel Manual Controls ..........1-3 Drive) Inspection ........
Page 428 Overhead Console .......... 2-43 Overseas – Customer Assistance ......7-5 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-18 Owners, Canadian ..........ii Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 5-100 Owner’s Information ........7-11 Odometer ............3-35 Park (P) Off-Road Recovery .......... 4-12 Shifting Into ..........2-29 Shifting Out of ..........
Page 429 Playing a Speciﬁc Loaded Radios (cont.) Compact Disc ..........3-87 Radio Personalization ......... 3-104 Playing the Radio ......3-63, 3-70, 3-80 Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-70 Power Radio with CD ..........3-63 Accessory Outlets ........3-18 Radio with Six-Disc CD ........ 3-80 Door Locks ..........
Page 430 Reclining Seatbacks .......... 1-4 Roadside Recreational Vehicle Towing ......4-44 Assistance Program ........7-6 Reduced Engine Power Light ......3-46 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ....4-42 Remote Control ..........3-96 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ..2-32 Remote Keyless Entry System ......
Page 431 Seats Setting Preset Stations ....3-64, 3-71, 3-81 Heated Seats ..........1-3 Setting the Time ..........3-62 Manual ............1-2 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) ..3-65, 3-72, 3-82 Manual Lumbar ..........1-3 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-83 Memory ............. 2-50 Shifting Into Park (P) ........
Page 432 Storage Areas (cont.) Tires (cont.) Rear Floor Storage Lid ......... 2-48 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......5-58 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ....5-74 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ....5-60 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...... 4-42 Wheel Replacement ........
Page 433 Transportation Options ........7-8 Travel Note Recorder ........2-44 Vehicle Traveling to Remote Areas ....... 4-17 Control ............4-5 Trip Information ..........3-50 Damage Warnings ........... iv Trip Odometer ..........3-35 Loading ............4-47 Turn and Lane Change Signals ......3-7 Symbols ............
Page 434 Washing Your Vehicle ........5-80 Where to Put the Restraint ....... 1-37 Weatherstrip Lubrication ........6-12 Why Safety Belts Work ........1-10 Weight of the Trailer ........4-50 Window Lockout ..........2-15 Weight of the Trailer Tongue ......4-52 Windows ............2-14 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ......
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Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2003 Manual

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Section 3 Instrument Panel

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

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