2000 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual
Year:
2000
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Blazer
Rating:
Table of Contents
- 2000 Chevy Blazer Owner's Manual
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24-hour Roadside Assistance
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Copyright General Motors Corporation 1999
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Table of Contents:
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1: Seats and Restraints
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2: Features and Controls
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3: Comfort Controls and Audio
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4: Your Driving and the Road
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5: Problems on the Road
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6: Service and Appearance
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7: Maintenance Schedule
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8: Customer Assistance
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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:
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About Driving Your Vehicle
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How to Use this Manual
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
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Vehicle Symbols
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Service Station Guide
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
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Seats and Seat Controls
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Manual Front Seat
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Manual Lumbar Support
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Power Seats (If Equipped)
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Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped)
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Memory Seat (If Equipped)
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Heated Front Seats (If Equipped) Reclining Front Seatbacks
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Head Restraints Seatback Latches
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Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) Rear Seats
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Safety Belts: They re for Everyone
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Why Safety Belts Work
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
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Adults
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Driver Position
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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Right Front Passenger Position
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Air Bag System
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How the Air Bag System Works
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Where are the air bags?
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When should an air bag inflate?
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What makes an air bag inflate?
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How does an air bag restrain?
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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag- Equipped Vehicle
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Center Front Passenger Position (4- Door Models)
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Lap Belt
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Rear Seat Passengers
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Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults (4- Door Models)
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Center Rear Passenger Position (4- Door Models)
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Lap Belt
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Children
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Smaller Children and Babies
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Child Restraints
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Where to Put the Restraint
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Top Strap
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
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Center Seat Positions (4-Door Models)
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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Larger Children
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Safety Belt Extender
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Section 2 Features and Controls
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Keys
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Door Locks
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Power Door Locks (If Equipped) Rear Door Security Lock (If Equipped)
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Lockout Prevention
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Leaving Your Vehicle
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Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
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Operation
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Remote Panic Alarm
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Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
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Battery Replacement
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Resynchronization
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Endgate/Liftgate
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Endgate Release
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Liftgate Release
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Remote Rear Glass Release
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Emergency Release for Opening Endgate/ Liftgate
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Endgate-Mounted Spare
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Theft
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Key in the Ignition
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Parking at Night
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Parking Lots
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Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped)
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Testing the Alarm
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Passlock
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New Vehicle Break-In Ignition Positions
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Key Release Button
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Retained Accessory Power
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Starting Your Engine
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Automatic Transmission
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Manual Transmission
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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
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Automatic Transmission Operation
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Tow/Haul Selector Switch (If Equipped)
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Manual Transmission Operation
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Speed
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Shift Light
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Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
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Electronic Transfer Case (If Equipped)
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Shifting from 2HI to 4HI
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Shifting from 4HI to 2HI
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Shifting from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI
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Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped)
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Shifting to 4HI or AUTO 4WD
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Shifting to 2HI
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Shifting to 4LO
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Shifting Out of 4LO
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Shifting to NEUTRAL Shifting Out of NEUTRAL
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Parking Brake
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Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)
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Column Shift Lever
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Console Shift Lever
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Only)
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Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
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Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)
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Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only)
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Parking Over Things That Burn
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Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked (Automatic Transmission)
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Locking Rear Axle
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Windows
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Manual Windows
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Power Windows (If Equipped)
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Express- Down Window
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Lockout Switch
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Swing-Out Windows (2-Door Only)
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Horn
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Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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Turn and Lane Change Signals
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Turn Signal On Chime
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Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
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Flash-to-Pass
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Windshield Wipers
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Windshield Washer
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Rear Window Washer/Wiper
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Cruise Control (If Equipped)
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Setting Cruise Control
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Resuming a Set Speed
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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
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Using Cruise Control on Hills
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Ending Cruise Control
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Erasing Speed Memory
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Exterior Lamps
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Automatic Headlamp System
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Lamps On Reminder
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Daytime Running Lamps
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Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
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Interior Lamps
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Brightness Control
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Illuminated Entry
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Exit Lighting
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Front Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
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Front Map Lamps (If Equipped)
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Dome Lamps
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Battery Run-Down Protection
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Mirrors
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Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
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Electrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)
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Time Delay
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Cleaning the Photocells
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Outside Manual Adjust Mirror
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Power Remote Control Mirror
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Convex Outside Mirror
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Electrochromic Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)
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Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)
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Storage Compartments
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Glove Box
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Overhead Console (If Equipped)
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Reading Lamps
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Installing a Garage Door Opener
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Temperature and Compass Display
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Driver Information System (If Equipped)
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Sunglasses Storage Compartment
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Door Storage
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Front Storage Area
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Convenience Net (If Equipped)
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Cargo Cover (If Equipped)
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Cargo Tie Downs
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Luggage Carrier (Option)
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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
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Sun Visors
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Visor Vanity Mirror
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Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
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Accessory Power Outlets (If Equipped)
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OnStar System (If Equipped)
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Sunroof (If Equipped)
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HomeLink Transmitter (If Equipped)
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Programming the Transmitter
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Operating the Transmitter
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Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature (If Equipped)
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Erasing Channels
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Accessories
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Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Cluster
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Speedometer and Odometer
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Trip Odometer
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Tachometer (If Equipped)
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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Charging System Indicator Light Voltmeter Gage
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Shift Light
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Brake System Warning Light
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)
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If the Light Is Flashing
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If the Light Is On Steady
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
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Oil Pressure Gage
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Security Warning Light
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Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light (If Equipped) Tow/ Haul Mode
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Light (If Equipped)
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Check Gages Light
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Gate Ajar Light
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Fuel Gage
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Low Fuel Light
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Fan Control
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Temperature Knob
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Fan Control
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Temperature Knob Mode Knob
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Automatic Operation
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Mode Knob
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Manual Operation
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Air Conditioning Heating
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Defogging and Defrosting
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Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
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Ventilation System
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Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button
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Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons
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AM-FM Stereo
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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CD Adapter Kits
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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CD Adapter Kits
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (Bose) (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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CD Adapter Kits
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Compact Disc
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (Bose) (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting the Tone
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Remote Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
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Console-Mounted CD Changer (If Equipped)
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Compact Disc Changer Errors
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Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)
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Activating the Theft- Deterrent Feature
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Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss
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Disabling the Theft- Deterrent Feature
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
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Understanding Radio Reception
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AM
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FM Stereo
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Tips About Your Audio System
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
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Care of Your Compact Discs
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Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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Fixed Mast Antenna
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
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Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle
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Driver Behavior
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Driving Environment Vehicle Design
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Defensive Driving Drunken Driving
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Control of a Vehicle
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Braking
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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
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Using Anti- Lock
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Braking in Emergencies
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Steering
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Power Steering
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Steering Tips
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Driving on Curves
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Steering in Emergencies
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Off-Road Recovery Passing
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Loss of Control
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Skidding
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Off-Road Driving with Your Four- Wheel- Drive Vehicle
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Before You Go Off-Roading
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Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
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Environmental Concerns
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Traveling to Remote Areas
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Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
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Scanning the Terrain
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Driving on Off-Road Hills
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Approaching a Hill
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Driving Uphill
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Driving Downhill
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Driving Across an Incline
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Stalling on an Incline
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Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
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Driving in Water
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After Off-Road Driving
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Driving at Night
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
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Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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Driving Through Flowing Water
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Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
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City Driving
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Freeway Driving
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
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Highway Hypnosis
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Hill and Mountain Roads
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Winter Driving
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Driving on Snow or Ice
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If You re Caught in a Blizzard
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Recreational Vehicle Towing
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Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles and Vehicles with the Electronic Shift Transfer Case
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Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles (Automatic Transfer Case)
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Loading Your Vehicle
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Payload
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Add-On Equipment
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Towing a Trailer
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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
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Tow/Haul Mode (V6 Engine, Automatic Transmission Equipped Models) (If Equipped)
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Weight of the Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
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Hitches
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Safety Chains
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Trailer Brakes
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Driving with a Trailer
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Following Distance
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Passing
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Backing Up
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Making Turns
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
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Driving On Grades
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Parking on Hills
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When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
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Maintenance When Trailer Towing
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Trailer Wiring Harness
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Section 5 Problems on the Road
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Hazard Warning Flashers
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Other Warning Devices
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Jump Starting
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Towing Your Vehicle
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Engine Overheating
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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Cooling System
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
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Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat
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Changing a Flat Tire
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
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If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
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Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Using the Recovery Hooks
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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Service
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Doing Your Own Service Work
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Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Fuel
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Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood
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Engine Oil
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Checking Engine Oil
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When to Add Engine Oil
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
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Engine Oil Additives
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When to Change Engine Oil
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Remote Oil Filter (Four- Wheel Drive)
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What to Do with Used Oil
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
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When to Check and Change
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How to Check
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Checking Transmission Fluid Cold
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Checking the Fluid Level
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How to Add Fluid
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Manual Transmission Fluid
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When to Check
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How to Check
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How to Add Fluid
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Hydraulic Clutch
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When to Check and What to Use
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How to Check and Add Fluid
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Rear Axle
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When to Check and Change Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Four-Wheel Drive
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Transfer Case
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When to Check Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Front Axle
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When to Check and Change Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant What to Use
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Engine Coolant
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What to Use
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Checking Coolant
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Adding Coolant
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Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid
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When to Check Power Steering Fluid
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How to Check Power Steering Fluid
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What to Use
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Windshield Washer Fluid
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What to Use
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Adding Washer Fluid
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Brakes
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Brake Fluid
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Checking Brake Fluid
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What to Add
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Brake Wear
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Brake Pedal Travel
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Brake Adjustment
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Replacing Brake System Parts
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Battery
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Vehicle Storage
328
Bulb Replacement
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Halogen Bulbs
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Headlamps
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One-Piece Composite Headlamp System
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Two- Piece Composite Headlamp System
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One-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamp Assembly
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Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamp Assembly
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Taillamps
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Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
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Tires
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Inflation -- Tire Pressure
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When to Check
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How to Check
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
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When It s Time for New Tires
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Buying New Tires
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
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Treadwear
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Traction--AA, A, B, C
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Temperature--A, B, C
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
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Wheel Replacement
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Used Replacement Wheels
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Tire Chains
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Appearance Care
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Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
344
Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric
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Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
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Cleaning Vinyl
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Cleaning Leather
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Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
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Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
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Care of Safety Belts
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Cleaning Glass Surfaces
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Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades
347
Weatherstrips
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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
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Washing Your Vehicle
348
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
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Finish Care
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Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
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Cleaning Tires
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Sheet Metal Damage
350
Finish Damage
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Underbody Maintenance
350
Chemical Paint Spotting
350
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Engine Identification
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Service Parts Identification Label
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Electrical System
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Add-On Electrical Equipment
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Headlamps
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Windshield Wipers
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Power Windows and Other Power Options
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
356
Replacement Bulbs
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Capacities and Specifications
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Wheels and Tires
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Capacities (Approximate)
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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Vehicle Dimensions*
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Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
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Introduction
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Your Vehicle and the Environment
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Maintenance Requirements
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How This Section is Organized
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
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Using Your Maintenance Schedule
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Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals
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Short Trip/City Intervals
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Long Trip/Highway Definition
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Long Trip/Highway Intervals
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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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Footnotes
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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
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At Each Fuel Fill
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Engine Oil Level Check
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Engine Coolant Level Check
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Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
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At Least Once a Month
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Tire Inflation Check
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Cassette Deck Service
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At Least Twice a Year
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Restraint System Check
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Wiper Blade Check
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Spare Tire Check
404
Weatherstrip Lubrication
404
Manual Transmission Check
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Automatic Transmission Check
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Hydraulic Clutch System Check
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At Least Once a Year
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Key Lock Cylinders Service
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Body Lubrication Service
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Starter Switch Check
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Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
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Ignition Transmission Lock Check
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Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check
407
Underbody Flushing Service
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
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Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
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Exhaust System Inspection
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Engine Cooling System Inspection
408
Throttle System Inspection
409
Drive Axle Service
409
Transfer Case (Four- Wheel Drive) Inspection
409
Brake System Inspection
409
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
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Part E: Maintenance Record
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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure
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United States
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Canada
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All Overseas Locations
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Caribbean Numbers
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Plan Ahead When Possible
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Transportation Options
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Shuttle Service
425
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
425
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
426
Additional Program Information
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Warranty Information
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS Ordering Owner Publications in Canada
428
2000 Chevrolet Blazer Overview
Introduction
The 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is a rugged and versatile mid-size SUV that perfectly balances practicality with strong performance. Known for its solid construction and reliable build, the Blazer offers an adventurous spirit ideal for both off-road excursions and daily commutes. With a classic SUV design and a range of configurations, it caters to families, thrill-seekers, and those eager to explore the outdoors.
Powertrains
This model is available with two capable powertrains. The standard offering is a 4.3-liter V6 engine that produces 190 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque, providing ample power for both city driving and highway cruising. For those seeking enhanced performance, an optional 5.7-liter V8 engine generates 255 horsepower, further optimizing the Blazer's towing capability. Both engines are mated to a smooth-shifting four-speed automatic transmission, ensuring a comfort-filled ride no matter the terrain.
Trims
The 2000 Chevrolet Blazer comes in several trims, including the base model, LS, and LT, allowing for various levels of amenities and luxury. The LS trim enhances the standard features with added conveniences, while the LT trim showcases premium materials along with owners’ preferences for technology and comfort features, making each drive an enjoyable experience.
Features
Equipped with numerous standard and optional features, the Blazer prioritizes comfort and utility. Inside, passengers can enjoy spacious seating with ample legroom, while the sound system provides entertainment for long rides. Noteworthy features include a power-adjustable driver’s seat, air conditioning, and a tilt steering wheel. Safety features such as anti-lock brakes and airbags enhance peace of mind for all adventures.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is a valuable resource, detailing everything from routine maintenance to troubleshooting common issues. It provides important information on the vehicle's specifications, operating instructions, and safety guidelines, ensuring owners can maximize their experience and longevity of their Blazer.
User manual download
The Chevrolet Blazer owner manual for the 2000 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2000 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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