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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks from 1990+

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 2003-04 -> Pressure Gauge Indication
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 5.3 V8 GAS

Due to the different types of models and systems, typical pressure gauge indications should be used as a guide only. Refer to the "Performance Tests" or "System Pressure Check" for the particular model being tested. When indi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Kelsey-Hayes -> System Service -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Manual Bleed -> Pressure Bleed
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2 L6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Gravity and vacuum bleeding procedures are not recommended for use with the anti-lock brake system. The manual bleed procedure is the preferred method, although pressure bleeding is also possible. Do not pump the brake pedal during the bleeding process, as fluid aeration may occur.

Manual Bleed
  • Raise and support vehicle, then connect a clear plastic tube to brake bleed screw at righthand rear wheel.
  • Place free end of tube in a glass jar partially filled with clean brake fluid. Ensure end of tube remains submerged in fluid and master cylinder reservoir is kept full.
  • ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Relay, Terraza, Uplander & 2004-06 Envoy, Rainier & TrailBlazer
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS 5.3 V8 GAS

For v...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS 5.3 V8 GAS

  • Unlock steering column so that steering linkage is free to move.
  • Raise the vehicle. Support vehicle with suitable safety stands.
  • Remove front tire and wheel assemblies.
  • In order to prevent drive axle from turning, insert a drift through brake caliper and into one of the rotor vanes.
  • Remove axle nut and washer.
  • Remove drift from brake rotor.
  • Remove front brake rotors and support caliper with piece of wire in order to prevent damage to brake hose.
  • Remove brackets from upper control arm holding both ABS wire and brake hose.
  • Remove ABS bracket located on top of upper control arm ball...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS 4.2 L6 GAS

Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor

Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Prior to dismounting the tire from the wheel, note the following precautions:
    • Position the bead breaking fixture 90° from the valve stem when separating the tire bead from the wheel.
    • Place the mounting and dismounting head so that the tire iron or pry bar can be inserted slightly clockwise of the sensor body when prying the tire bead up and over the head.
    • Rotate the tire and wheel assembly clockwise using the tire changer when transferri...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4.2 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove drive belt, using a suitable tool.
  • Remove air conditioning line mounting bracket bolt at engine lift hook.
  • Remove right engine lift hook bolts, then lift hook.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts, then alternator from vehicle.
  • Disconnect engine wiring harness electrical connector...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 5.3 V8 GAS

This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warn...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4.2 L6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at heater core using hose clamp pliers J 43181 or equivalent.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Release clamp on heater inlet hose at engine block using hose clamp pliers J 43181 or equivalent.
  • Remove hose from engine block.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 5.3 V8 GAS

  • Rotate tensioner clockwise to release belt tension using suitable wrench, then remove belt.
  • Route belt over pulleys excep...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Suspension Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer  5.3 V8 GASSuspension Diagram for 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 5.3 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Wheel Speed Sensor
  • Steering Knuckle
  • Engine, Left Side Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LT 4.2 L6 GASEngine, Left Side Diagram for 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LT 4.2 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • A/C Compressor Clutch Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer SS 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Radio
  • HVAC Control Module
  • Audio Amplifier
  • 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS 4.2 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Seat belt Indicator
  • Driver Seat Belt Switch
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Chevrolet Trailblazer cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT, ENGINE DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS OR SERVICE ENGINE SOON (SES) LIGHT ON AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF AN EXCESSIVELY/OVER OILED AFTERMARKET, REUSABLE AIR FILTER - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4.2 L6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Diesel Engines
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: INFORMATION ON 4T65-E MN7, M15, M76, MN3 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CASE, COOLER FITTING AND TORQUE CONVERTER DRAIN BACK CHECK BALL CHANGE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS 5.3 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chevrolet Trailblazer AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chevrolet Trailblazer 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 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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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