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1996 Chevrolet Blazer CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Chevrolet REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
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- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
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Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
Passenger Cars
Body Control Module (BCM)
Alero & Grand Am
This procedure must be performed if the BCM, Passlock sensor or PCM is replaced. If BCM is not properly programmed, it will not control all the features properly.
- Ensure battery is fully charged and ignition switch is in the ON position.
- Connect a suitably programmed Tech II, or equivalent, scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
- Access scan tool "Special Functions" menu and follow scan tool instructions to program BCM.
- If BCM fails to accept the pr...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
Anti-lock Brakes -> Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> System Service -> 1992 -> 1993-95 -> Anti-Lock Pressure Valve (APV) -> Brake System Bleed -> C & K Series -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Electronic Control Unit (ECU) -> Isolation/Dump Valve Assembly -> Manual Bleeding -> Pressure Bleeding -> Vehicle Control Module (VCM) -> Vehicle Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
Brake System Bleed
1992
Before bleeding the brakes, the front and rear displacement cylinder pistons must be returned to the top most position. Using a TECH 1 or equivalent scan tool, enter manual control function and apply the front and rear motors. Ensure enable relay is on.
Use only DOT 3 brake fluid from a clean and sealed container. Do not use DOT 5 brake fluid.
Pressure Bleeding
- Remove master cylinder cover, ensure reservoir is properly filled.
- Connect bleeder adapter tool No. J 35589, or equivalent, to master cylinder reservoir.
- Connect bleeder adapter to pressure bleeding equipm...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1992-05 S/T Series Blazer, Bravada, Jimmy & Pickup -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
Normal Service
R...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
Never clamp propeller shaft tubing in a vise. Clamping could dent or deform the tube causing an imbalance or unsafe condition. Always clamp on one of the yokes and support the shaft horizontally. Avoid damaging the slip yoke sealing surface. Nicks may damage the bushing or cut the lip seal.
Disassemble
- Support propeller shaft in a line horizontal with table of a press.
- Mark propeller shaft in order to show which end connects to transmission and which end goes to rear axle.
- On models equipped with external snap ring retainers, proceed as follows:
- Disassemble snap rings by ...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove air inlet duct.
- Remove brace bolt from back of alternator.
- Remove alternator brace nut from exhaust manifold stud.
- Remove alternator brace.
- Disconnect regulator electrical connector.
- Remove alternator BAT terminal nut.
- Remove alternator drive belt.
- Remove alternator mo...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Reduce Engine Power Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
The Reduce Engine Power indicator lamp should light for a approximately 3 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warning lamp turns On during vehicle operation, a vehicl...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
Inlet
- Remove air cleaner.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Remove heater hose support clamp bolt.
- Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
- Remove hose from engine.
- Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
- Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to in...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1996 Chevrolet Blazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Front Of Dash Harness Diagram for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Chevrolet Blazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Chevrolet Blazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program Vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 4.3 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Chevrolet Blazer AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Chevrolet Blazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Chevrolet Blazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Chevrolet Blazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Chevrolet Blazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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