2021 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual

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Introduction not be available in your region, or changes Contents subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual. Introduction ...... 1 Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm Keys, Doors, and Windows ...... 6 the features. Seats and Restraints ...... 33 Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick Storage ...... 76 reference. Instruments and Controls ...... 82 The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs Canadian Vehicle Owners Lighting ...... 121 appearing in this manual including, but not A French language manual can be obtained Infotainment System ...... 128 limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and BLAZER are or from: Climate Controls ...... 182 trademarks and/or service marks of General Driving and Operating ...... 187 Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, Propriétaires Canadiens or licensors. Vehicle Care ...... 253 On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute Service and Maintenance ...... 331 en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à the name “General Motors of Canada l'adresse suivante: Technical Data ...... 344 Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division Helm, Incorporated wherever it appears in this manual. Customer Information ...... 349 Attention: Customer Service Reporting Safety Defects ...... 357 This manual describes features that may or 47911 Halyard Drive may not be on the vehicle because of Plymouth, MI 48170 OnStar ...... 360 optional equipment that was not purchased USA Connected Services ...... 365 on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may Index...... 368

2 Introduction Using this Manual Vehicle Symbol Chart To quickly locate information about the Here are some additional symbols that may vehicle, use the Index in the back of the be found on the vehicle and what they manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is mean. See the features in this manual for in the manual and the page number where information. it can be found. u A circle with a slash through it is a safety : Air Conditioning System Danger, Warning, and Caution symbol which means “Do not,”“Do not do G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Warning messages found on vehicle labels 9 : Airbag Readiness Light and in this manual describe hazards and Symbols what to do to avoid or reduce them. ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) The vehicle has components and labels that $ : Brake System Warning Light { Danger use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the 9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly Danger indicates a hazard with a high operation or information relating to a level of risk which will result in serious specific component, control, message, gauge, P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water injury or death. or indicator. B : Engine Coolant Temperature M : Shown when the owner’s manual has _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited { Warning additional instructions or information. H Warning indicates a hazard that could * : Shown when the service manual has : Flammable additional instructions or information. result in injury or death. [ : Forward Collision Alert 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page —“see page.” R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location Caution + : Fuses Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage. j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Introduction 3 Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic Installed Stability Control (ESC) | : Lane Change Alert a : Under Pressure @ : Lane Departure Warning V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator A : Lane Keep Assist * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician / : Remote Vehicle Start h : Risk of Electrical Fire > : Seat Belt Reminders I : Side Blind Zone Alert h : Stop/Start 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

4 Introduction Instrument Panel Overview Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Introduction 5 1. Air Vents 0 186. 14. All-Wheel Drive 0 210 (If Equipped). 20. Hood Release. See Hood 0 255. 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Driver Mode Control 0 214 (If Equipped). 21. Electric Parking Brake 0 211. 0 Lane-Change Signals 124. Park Assist Button. See Assistance 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121. 0 3. Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel) Systems for Parking or Backing 227 (If Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 90 or Equipped). 0 124. 0 Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 93. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 237 (If 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 84. Equipped). Rear Window Wiper/Washer 0 85. 15. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 124. 5. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition Stop/Start Disable Switch. See Stop/Start Positions 0 200. System 0 203. 6. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp 16. Steering Wheel Controls 0 83 (If System 0 123. Equipped). 7. Infotainment. See Overview 0 129. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. 8. Glove Box Button. See Glove Box 0 76. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 0 107 or Traction Control/Electronic Stability 0 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) Control 213. 0 110. 0 9. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 40 17. Horn 0 84. (If Equipped). 18. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 83 (Out 10. Dual Automatic Climate Control System of View). 0 182. 19. Cruise Control 0 215. 11. USB Port 0 137 (If Equipped). 0 0 Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 217 12. Wireless Charging 87 (If Equipped). (If Equipped). 13. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 207 (If Equipped). 0 230 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel 0 83 (If Equipped). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

6 Keys, Doors, and Windows Automatic Dimming Mirror ...... 26 Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 26 Windows Interior Mirrors Keys Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 26 Keys and Locks Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 26 { Warning Keys...... 6 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . 26 Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . 7 Rear Camera Mirror ...... 26 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...... 7 Windows dangerous and children or others could Remote Vehicle Start ...... 13 Windows ...... 29 be seriously injured or killed. They could Door Locks ...... 14 Power Windows ...... 29 operate the power windows or other Power Door Locks ...... 16 Sun Visors ...... 31 controls or make the vehicle move. The Delayed Locking ...... 16 windows will function with the RKE Automatic Door Locks ...... 17 Roof transmitter in the vehicle, and children or Lockout Protection ...... 17 Sunroof ...... 31 others could be caught in the path of a Safety Locks ...... 17 closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Doors Liftgate ...... 18 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 23 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 23 Immobilizer ...... 24 Immobilizer Operation ...... 24 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...... 25 Power Mirrors ...... 25 Folding Mirrors ...... 26 Heated Mirrors ...... 26 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 7 Remove the key by pressing the button on . Check the transmitter's battery. See the side of the RKE transmitter near the “Battery Replacement” later in this bottom and pull the key out. Never pull the section. key out without pressing the button. . If the transmitter is still not working If it becomes difficult to turn the key, correctly, see your dealer or a qualified inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically, technician for service. clean with a brush or a pick. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) See your dealer if a new transmitter is System Operation needed. The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Assistance Program 0 352. transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless The key that is part of the Remote Keyless With an active OnStar or connected service Access Operation” later in this section. Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for all plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m locks. unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview (197 ft) away from the vehicle. 0 360. Other conditions can affect the performance Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry System (RKE) System 0 7. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 357. If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range: . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

8 Keys, Doors, and Windows K : Press to unlock the driver door. Press / : If equipped, first press and release Q unlock again within five seconds to unlock then immediately press and hold / for at all doors. The RKE transmitter can be least four seconds to start the engine from programmed to unlock all doors on the first outside the vehicle using the RKE button press. See Vehicle Personalization transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. 0 113. The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking has occurred. See Keyless Access Operation Vehicle Personalization 0 113. Pressing K The Keyless Access system allows the doors may also disarm the theft-deterrent system. to be locked and unlocked and the liftgate See Vehicle Alarm System 0 23. to be accessed without removing the RKE If equipped with remote windows, press and transmitter from a pocket, purse, briefcase, hold K to remotely open the windows, etc. The RKE transmitter should be within With Remote Start and Power Liftgate 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being if enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. opened. There will be buttons on the Q : Press to lock all doors. The turn signal b : If equipped, press twice quickly to outside door handles. indicators may flash and/or the horn may open or close the liftgate. Press again to Keyless Access can be programmed to sound on the second press to indicate stop the power liftgate. locking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. unlock all doors on the first lock/unlock 7 press from the driver door. Keyless Access If the driver door is open when Q is : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and can also be turned off. See Vehicle pressed, and Open Door Anti-Lockout is 0 the horn chirps three times. Press and hold Personalization 113. enabled, all doors will lock and then the 7 driver door will immediately unlock. See for at least three seconds to sound the If equipped with memory seats, RKE 0 panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating Vehicle Personalization 113. If a passenger 7 door is open when Q is pressed, all signals flash for 30 seconds, or until is positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory Seats 0 38. doors lock. pressed again or the vehicle is started. Pressing Q may also arm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 23. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 9 Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the . Two lock/unlock button presses were indicate access is disabled. Using any Driver Door used to unlock all doors. exterior handle to unlock the doors or open When the doors are locked and the RKE . Any vehicle door has opened and all the liftgate will cause the turn signal lamps transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver doors are now closed. to flash four times quickly, indicating access door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button is disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger system before starting the vehicle. on the driver door handle will unlock the Doors driver door. If the lock/unlock button is Disabling Keyless Unlocking may also be pressed again within five seconds, all When the doors are locked and the RKE configured under Vehicle Personalization passenger doors will unlock. transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door 0 113. handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on that door handle will unlock all doors. Enabling Keyless Unlocking: Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and all doors to lock if any of the following occur: K on the RKE transmitter at the same time for approximately three seconds. The turn . The lock/unlock button was used to signal lamps will flash twice quickly to unlock all doors. indicate access is enabled. . Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed. Enabling Keyless Unlocking may also be configured under Vehicle Personalization Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior 0 113. Door Handles and Liftgate Passive Locking If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior Driver Shown, Passenger Similar door handles and liftgate can be disabled This vehicle will lock several seconds after all and enabled. doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause least one RKE transmitter has been removed all doors to lock if any of the following Disabling Keyless Unlocking: or none remain in the interior. occur: With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and If other electronic devices interfere with the . It has been no more than five seconds K on the RKE transmitter at the same time RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not since the first lock/unlock button press. for approximately three seconds. The turn detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. signal lamps will flash four times quickly to If passive locking is enabled, the doors may Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

10 Keys, Doors, and Windows lock with the RKE transmitter inside the REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp To program, the vehicle must be off and all vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in three times. This occurs only once each time of the transmitters, both currently an unattended vehicle. the vehicle is driven. See Vehicle recognized and new, must be with you. 0 To customize the doors to automatically lock Personalization 113. 1. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the when exiting the vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Keyless Liftgate Opening driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 14. Unlock, Start” under Vehicle Personalization Place the two recognized transmitters in 0 Press the touch pad in the liftgate handle to the cupholder. 113. open the liftgate if the RKE transmitter is Temporary Disable of Passive Locking within 1 m (3 ft). 2. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the driver Temporarily disable passive locking by Key Access door handle and turn the key, pressing and holding K on the interior door To access a vehicle with a weak transmitter counterclockwise, to the unlock position switch with a door open for at least battery, see Door Locks 0 14. five times within 10 seconds. four seconds, or until three chimes are The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #3, heard. Passive locking will then remain Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle 4, 5, ETC. disabled until Q on the interior door is Only RKE transmitters programmed to the pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on. vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or Remote Left in Vehicle Alert stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. The When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn stolen transmitters no longer work. Each will chirp three times after all doors are vehicle can have up to eight transmitters closed. To turn on or off, see Vehicle matched to it. Personalization 0 113. Programming with Recognized Transmitters Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert A new transmitter can be programmed to If the vehicle is on with a door open, and the vehicle when there are two recognized then all doors are closed, the vehicle will transmitters. check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is not detected, the Driver 3. Place the new transmitter into the front Information Center (DIC) will display NO cupholder. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 11 4. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the 1. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the transmitter is learned, the DIC display driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 14. will show that it is ready to program the Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter next transmitter. into the key lock cylinder on the driver 5. Remove the transmitter from the front door handle and turn the key, cupholder and press the transmitter K counterclockwise, to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. or Q button. The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN To program additional transmitters, PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. repeat Steps 3–5. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC When all additional transmitters are displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO programmed, press and hold ENGINE LEARN and then press ENGINE START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit START/STOP. 4. Place the new transmitter into the front programming mode. The DIC will again display REMOTE LEARN cupholder. 6. Put the key back into the transmitter. PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the 7. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After transmitter is learned, the DIC display 0 Door Locks 14. the third time all previously known will show that it is ready to program the Programming without Recognized transmitters will no longer work with the next transmitter. Transmitters vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be 6. Remove the transmitter from the front relearned during the next steps. If two currently recognized transmitters are cupholder and press the transmitter K not available, follow this procedure to The DIC should now display READY FOR or Q button. REMOTE # 1. program up to eight transmitters. This To program additional transmitters, feature is not available in Canada. This repeat Steps 4–6. procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must When all additional transmitters are be off and all of the transmitters you wish programmed, press and hold ENGINE to program must be with you. START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit programming mode. 7. Put the key back into the transmitter. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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8. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or Caution Door Locks 0 14. N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP. When replacing the battery, do not touch Starting the Vehicle with a Low any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Transmitter Battery Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Static from your body could damage the When the vehicle is started, if the transmitter. transmitter battery is weak, the DIC may Battery Replacement display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN { Warning Caution TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR Never allow children to play with the RKE Always replace the battery with the VEHICLE. The DIC may then display REPLACE transmitter. The transmitter contains a correct type. Replacing the battery with BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. small battery, which can be a choking an incorrect type could potentially create To start the vehicle: hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of occur, resulting in severe injury or death. used batteries according to instructions Seek medical attention immediately if a and local laws. Do not attempt to burn, battery is swallowed. crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid exposing the battery to environments with extremely low air pressures or high { Warning temperatures. To avoid personal injury, do not touch Replace the battery if the DIC displays metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. when it has been exposed to extreme heat. These surfaces can be hot to the The battery is not rechargeable. To replace touch at temperatures above 59 °C the battery: (138 °F). 1. Place the transmitter in the front cupholder. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 13 / : This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. The climate control system will use the previous settings during a remote start. The rear defog may come on during a remote start based on cold ambient conditions. The rear fog indicator light does not come on during a remote start. If the vehicle has auto heated or ventilated seats, they may come on during a remote start. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 40. 1. Press the button on the side of the RKE 3. Remove the battery by pushing on the transmitter and pull the key out. Never battery and sliding it toward the bottom If equipped with a remote start heated pull the key out without pressing the of the transmitter. Do not use a metal steering wheel, it may come on during a button. object. remote start when it is cold outside, if enabled. See Heated Steering Wheel 0 83 2. Separate the two halves of the 4. Insert the new battery, positive side and transmitter using a flat tool inserted into facing the back cover. Push the battery Vehicle Personalization 0 113. the area near the key slot. down until it is held in place. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote starters. For example, 5. Snap the battery cover back on to the some laws may require a person using transmitter. remote start to have the vehicle in view. 6. Reinsert the key. Check local regulations for any Remote Vehicle Start requirements. Do not use the remote start feature if the If equipped, this feature allows the engine vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle could run to be started from outside of the vehicle. out of fuel. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Other conditions can affect the performance The remote start can only be extended once. . There is an emission control system of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry malfunction. 0 When the remote start is extended, the (RKE) System 7. second 15-minute period is added on to the . The engine coolant temperature is Starting the Engine Using Remote Start first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes. too high. . The oil pressure is low. 1. Press and release Q on the RKE A maximum of two remote starts, or a transmitter. remote start with an extension, are allowed . Two remote vehicle starts or a start with an extension have already been used. / between ignition cycles. 2. Immediately press and hold for at . The vehicle is not in P (Park). least four seconds or until the turn The vehicle must be started normally before signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps the remote start procedure can be used Door Locks flashing confirms the request to remote again. start the vehicle has been received. Canceling a Remote Start { Warning During the remote start the doors will be To cancel a remote start, do any of the Unlocked doors can be dangerous. locked and the parking lamps will remain following: on as long as the engine is running. . Passengers, especially children, can . Press and hold / until the parking lamps easily open the doors and fall out of a The engine will shut off after 15 minutes moving vehicle. The doors can be unless a time extension is done or the turn off. unlocked and opened while the vehicle vehicle is started. . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. is moving. The chance of being thrown . Turn the vehicle on and then off. 3. With the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, out of the vehicle in a crash is press the brake pedal and start the Conditions in Which Remote Start Will increased if the doors are not locked. vehicle to drive. Not Work So, all passengers should wear seat Extending Engine Run Time The remote start will not operate if any of belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven. The engine run time can also be extended the following occur: by another 15 minutes, if during the first . An RKE transmitter is in the vehicle. . Young children who get into unlocked 15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while . The hood is not closed. vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme the engine is still running. An extension can . The ignition is in any mode other heat and can suffer permanent injuries be requested 30 seconds after starting. This than off. provides a total of 30 minutes. (Continued) . The hazard warning flashers are on. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 15 Keyless Access Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In Warning (Continued) Case of Dead Battery) or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it. . Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.

To lock or unlock the doors from the outside: . Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened. To access the driver door key lock cylinder: . In the case of a dead battery, use the key Press the button on the door handle to in the driver door. The key lock cylinder is unlock. See “Keyless Access Operation” in 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open covered with a cap. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System position and hold it open until cap removal is complete. To lock or unlock the doors from the inside: Operation 0 7. 2. Insert the key into the slot (3) on the . Press Q or K on the power door lock bottom of the cap (2) and lift the key switch. upward. . Push down on a door lock knob to lock 3. Move the cap (2) rearward and remove. a door. 4. Use the key in the cylinder. . Pull the door handle once to unlock the door. Pull the handle again to unlatch it. To replace the cap: 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open position and hold it open until cap installation is complete. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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2. Insert the two tabs (6) at the back of the 3. Slide the cap forward and press the cap between the seal (5) and the metal forward edge to install the cap in place. base (4). 4. Release the door handle. Q : Press to lock the doors. The indicator light in the switch will illuminate when 5. Check that the cap is secure. locked. Free-Turning Locks K : Press to unlock the doors. The door key lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, or the correct Delayed Locking key is not fully inserted. The free-turning This feature delays the locking of the doors door lock feature prevents the lock from until five seconds after all doors are closed. being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the vertical position with the correct key Delayed locking can only be turned on when fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it the Open Door Anti-Lockout feature has again. If this does not reset the lock, turn been turned off. the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset procedure. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 17 When Q is pressed on the power door lock Automatic door locking cannot be disabled. Open Door Anti-Lockout feature can be switch while the door is open, a chime will Automatic door unlocking can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization sound three times indicating delayed locking programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. 0 113. is active. Safety Locks The doors will lock automatically Lockout Protection five seconds after all doors are closed. If a The rear door safety locks prevent door is reopened before that time, the If the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY passengers from opening the rear doors five-second timer will reset when all doors and the power door lock switch is pressed from inside the vehicle. are closed again. with the driver door open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. Manual Safety Locks Press Q on the door lock switch again or If the vehicle is off and locking is requested press Q on the RKE transmitter to lock the while a door is open, when all doors are doors immediately. closed the vehicle will check for RKE This feature can also be programmed. See transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is Vehicle Personalization 0 113. detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced, the Automatic Door Locks driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times. The doors will lock automatically when all doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the Lockout Protection can be manually vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). overridden by pressing and holding Q on If a vehicle door is unlocked and then the power door lock switch. opened and closed, the doors will lock either Open Door Anti-Lockout when your foot is removed from the brake If equipped, the safety lock is on the inside or the vehicle speed becomes faster than If Open Door Anti-Lockout is turned on and edge of the rear doors. To use the 13 km/h (8 mph). the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, safety lock: and locking is requested, all the doors will 1. Move the lever down to the lock To unlock the doors: lock and the driver door will unlock. The position. K . Press on a door. 2. Close the door. . Shift the transmission into P (Park). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

18 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Do the same for the other rear door. Doors Warning (Continued) To open a rear door when the safety lock 0 is on: Liftgate See Engine Exhaust 207. 1. Unlock the door by activating the inside handle, by pressing the power door lock { Warning Caution switch, or by using the Remote Keyless Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it Entry (RKE) transmitter. To avoid damage to the liftgate or is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch liftgate glass, make sure the area above 2. Open the door from the outside. open, or with any objects that pass and behind the liftgate is clear before When the safety lock is enabled, adults and through the seal between the body and opening it. older children will not be able to open the the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine rear door from the inside. Cancel the safety exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) Manual Liftgate locks to enable the doors to open from the which cannot be seen or smelled. It can inside. cause unconsciousness and even death. To cancel the safety lock: If the vehicle must be driven with the 1. Unlock the door and open it from the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: outside. . Close all of the windows. 2. Move the lever up to unlock. Do the . Fully open the air outlets on or under same for the other door. the instrument panel. . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index. To open the liftgate, press the touch pad in . If the vehicle is equipped with a the liftgate handle and lift up. Unlocking all power liftgate, disable the power doors will also unlock the liftgate. liftgate function. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 19 Use the pull cup to lower and close the . Press 8 on the driver door. The driver liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while door must either be unlocked or locked closing the liftgate. This will cause the without the security armed. liftgate to be unlatched. . Press the touch pad in the liftgate handle The liftgate can be opened when locked if after unlocking all doors. The RKE the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft). the touch pad. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open. The liftgate will resume operation when the battery is reconnected and charged. If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver door. The vehicle must be in Power Liftgate Operation P (Park). { Warning The modes are: . MAX: Opens to maximum height. You or others could be injured if caught . 3/4: Opens to a reduced height that can in the path of the power liftgate. Make be set from 3/4 to fully open. Use to . Press l on the bottom of the liftgate. sure there is no one in the way of the prevent the liftgate from opening into liftgate as it is opening and closing. Press any liftgate button or the touch pad overhead obstructions such as a garage while the liftgate is moving to stop it. door or roof-mounted cargo. The liftgate Pressing again restarts the operation in the Caution can be manually opened all the way. reverse direction. The touch pad in the . OFF: Opens manually only. Driving with an open and unsecured liftgate handle cannot be used to close the liftgate. liftgate may result in damage to the To power open or close the liftgate, select power liftgate components. MAX or 3/4 mode. . Press b twice quickly on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate moves. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution liftgate continues to automatically close If the vehicle is locked while the liftgate is after opening, see your dealer for service closing, and an obstacle is encountered that Manually forcing the liftgate to open or before using the power liftgate. prevents the liftgate from completely close during a power cycle can damage Interfering with the power liftgate motion closing, the horn will sound as an alert that the vehicle. Allow the power cycle to or manually closing the liftgate too quickly the liftgate did not close. complete. after power opening may resemble a Setting the 3/4 Mode support strut failure. This could also activate The power liftgate may be temporarily the falling liftgate detection feature. Allow To change the position the liftgate stops at disabled under extreme low temperatures, the liftgate to complete its operation and when opening: or after repeated power cycling over a short wait a few seconds before manually closing 1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and power period of time. If this occurs, the liftgate can the liftgate. open the liftgate. still be operated manually. Obstacle Detection Features 2. Stop the liftgate movement at the If the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) while desired height by pressing any liftgate the power function is in progress, the If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during switch. Manually adjust the liftgate liftgate will continue to completion. If the a power open or close cycle, a warning position if needed. vehicle is accelerated before the liftgate has chime may sound and the liftgate will l completed moving, the liftgate may stop or automatically reverse direction and move a 3. Press and hold at the bottom of the reverse direction. Check for Driver short distance away from the obstacle. After liftgate until the turn signals flash and a Information Center (DIC) messages and make removing the obstruction, the power liftgate beep sounds. This indicates the setting sure the liftgate is closed and latched before operation can be used again. If the liftgate has been recorded. driving. encounters multiple obstacles on the same The liftgate cannot be set below a minimum Falling Liftgate Detection power cycle, the power function will programmable height. If there is no light deactivate. After removing the obstructions, flash or sound, then the height adjustment If the power liftgate automatically closes manually close the liftgate which will allow may be too low. after a power opening cycle, it indicates that normal power operation functions to the system is reacting to excess weight on resume. Manual Operation the liftgate or a possible support strut Select OFF to manually operate the liftgate. failure. A repetitive chime will sound while See “Manual Liftgate” at the beginning of the falling liftgate detection feature is this section. operating. Remove any excess weight. If the Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution On-Open Only : The kicking motion is Caution (Continued) activated to only open the liftgate. Attempting to move the liftgate too turn the liftgate mode to OFF when Off : The feature is disabled. quickly and with excessive force may cleaning or working near the rear bumper result in damage to the vehicle. to avoid accidental opening.

Operate the liftgate manually with a . Do not sweep your foot side to side. smooth motion and moderate speed. The . Do not keep your foot under the bumper; system includes a feature that limits the the liftgate will not activate. manual closing speed to protect the . Do not touch the liftgate until it has components. stopped moving. Hands-Free Operation This feature may be temporarily disabled If equipped, the liftgate may be operated under some conditions. If the liftgate does with a kicking motion under the left side of not respond to the kick, open or close the the rear bumper at the location of the liftgate by another method or start the vehicle. The feature will be re-enabled. projected logo. See "Projected Logo" later in Kick Zone this section. The RKE transmitter must be When closing the liftgate using this feature, within 1 m (3 ft). To operate, move your foot in a forward there will be a short delay. The taillamps The hands-free feature will not work while kicking motion under the left side of the will flash and a chime will sound. rear bumper, at the location of the projected the liftgate is moving. To stop the liftgate Step away from the liftgate before it starts logo, then pull it back. Then step back. The while in motion use one of the liftgate moving. switches. kick must come within 14 cm (6 in) of the rear bumper to activate. Projected Logo The hands-free feature can be customized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. Choose Caution If equipped with this feature, a vehicle logo from the following: will be projected for one minute onto the Splashing water may cause the liftgate to ground near the rear bumper when an RKE On-Open and Close : The kicking motion is open. Keep the RKE transmitter away transmitter is detected within approximately activated to both open and close the from the rear bumper detection area or 2 m (6 ft). The projected logo may not be liftgate. (Continued) visible under brighter daytime conditions. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

22 Keys, Doors, and Windows The projected logo will not work under Lens Cleaning these conditions: . The vehicle battery is low. . The transmission is not in P (Park). . Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to Off in vehicle personalization. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. . The power liftgate is turned off. . The vehicle remains parked for 72 hours or more, with no RKE transmitter use or Keyless Access operation. To re-enable, press any button on the RKE transmitter 1. 1 m (3 ft) Hands-Free Operation or open and close a vehicle door. Detection Zone The projected logo will not work for a single If equipped, use a cotton swab to clean 2. 2 m (6 ft) Projected Logo RKE transmitter when a transmitter: the lens. Detection Zone . Has been left within approximately 2 m The projected logo shows where the kicking (6 ft) of the liftgate for several minutes. motion is to take place. . Has been left inside the vehicle and all The projected logo will only be available for vehicle doors are closed. this RKE transmitter after it has been out of . Has approached the area outside of the range for at least 20 seconds. liftgate five times within 10 minutes. If an RKE transmitter is again detected within approximately 2 m (6 ft) of the liftgate, or another hands-free operation has been detected, the one-minute timer will be reset. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 23 Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability Action Hands-Free Liftgate Projected Logo RKE transmitter entering projected logo Operative On for one minute detection zone RKE transmitter left inside projected logo Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press or a detection zone for minimum of 10 minutes door is opened and closed RKE transmitter brought in and out of Operative Off for one hour or until RKE transmitter projected logo detection zone five times or button press or a door is opened and closed more within 10 minutes Vehicle remains parked for more than Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press or a 72 hours door is opened and closed Vehicle battery is low Non-operative Off Transmission is not in P (Park) Non-operative Off Power liftgate is turned off Non-operative Off Hands-free liftgate is disabled in vehicle per- Non-operative Off sonalization

Vehicle Security Vehicle Alarm System 2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways: . Use the RKE transmitter. This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; . Use the Keyless Access system. however, they do not make the vehicle Arming the Alarm System impossible to steal. . With a door open, press the 1. Close the liftgate and the hood. Turn off inside Q. the vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

24 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will . Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless The system does not have to be manually arm. Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter Access system. armed or disarmed. a second time will bypass the 30-second . Start the vehicle. The vehicle is automatically immobilized delay and immediately arm the alarm To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system. . Lock the vehicle after all occupants have transmitter leaves the vehicle. The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the left the vehicle and all doors are closed. The immobilization system is disarmed doors are locked with the key. . Always unlock a door with the RKE when the ignition is turned on or in ACC/ If the driver door is opened without first transmitter or use the Keyless Access ACCESSORY and a valid RKE transmitter is in unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn system. the vehicle. will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate Unlocking the driver door with the key will pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, not disarm the system or turn off the alarm. or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second How to Detect a Tamper Condition pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated. If K is pressed and the horn chirps and the The alarm will also be activated if a lights flash three times, the alarm was passenger door, the liftgate, or the hood is activated while the alarm system was The security light, in the instrument cluster, opened without first disarming the system. armed. comes on if there is a problem with arming When the alarm is activated, the turn If the alarm system has been activated, a or disarming the theft-deterrent system. signals flash and the horn sounds for about message will appear on the Driver 30 seconds. The alarm system will then The system has one or more RKE Information Center (DIC). re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized transmitters matched to an immobilizer event. control unit in the vehicle. Only a correctly Immobilizer matched RKE transmitter will start the Disarming the Alarm System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 357. vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may not be able to start the vehicle. To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated: Immobilizer Operation When trying to start the vehicle, the security light may come on briefly when the . Press K on the RKE transmitter. This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. ignition is turned on. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 25 If the engine does not start and the security Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the ignition off and try again. Convex Mirrors If the ignition will not change from off to on or ACC/ACCESSORY, and the RKE { Warning transmitter appears to be undamaged, try A convex mirror can make things, like another transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the cupholder in the other vehicles, look farther away than center console. See Remote Keyless Entry they really are. If you cut too sharply (RKE) System Operation 0 7. into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside If the vehicle will not start with the other mirror or glance over your shoulder transmitter, or with the transmitter in the before changing lanes. cupholder, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first transmitter may The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. To adjust each mirror: be faulty. See your dealer who can service A convex mirror's surface is curved so more the theft-deterrent system and have a new can be seen from the driver seat. 1. Press j or | to select the driver or RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle. passenger side mirror. The indicator light It is possible for the immobilizer system to will illuminate. learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to Up to eight transmitters can be move the mirror in the desired direction. programmed to the vehicle. To program 3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little additional transmitters, see “Programming of the vehicle and the area behind it can Transmitters to the Vehicle” under Remote be seen. Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. 4. Press j or | again to deselect the Do not leave the transmitter or device that mirror. disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Memory Mirrors See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual 0 Interior Mirrors The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See Automatic Climate Control System 182. Memory Seats 0 38. Automatic Dimming Mirror Interior Rearview Mirrors Lane Change Alert (LCA) Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view The vehicle has an automatic dimming of the area behind your vehicle. The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change outside mirror on the driver side. The mirror Alert (LCA) 0 236. will adjust for the glare of headlamps Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the Side Blind Zone Alert behind you. mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water. The vehicle may have Side Blind Zone Alert. Reverse Tilt Mirrors See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 236. Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and Folding Mirrors memory seats, the passenger and/or driver If equipped, push the tab forward for mirror tilts to a preselected position when daytime use and pull it rearward for Manual Folding Mirrors the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the nighttime use to avoid glare of the curb to be seen when parallel parking. headlamps from behind. The mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going The mirror(s) may move from their tilted Automatic Dimming Rearview through an automatic car wash. Push the position when: Mirror mirror outward to return it to the original . The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), position. or remains in R (Reverse) for about If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The Heated Mirrors 30 seconds. . The vehicle is turned off. dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. If equipped, the heated outside mirrors turn . The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above on when the rear window defogger is on a set speed. and help to clear fog or frost from the Rear Camera Mirror To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle surface of the mirrors. If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror Personalization 0 113. provides a wide angle camera view of the 1 : This button is on the climate control area behind the vehicle. panel. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 27 The adjustment options are:

Pull the tab to turn on the display. Push the Press V to scroll through the adjustment tab to turn it off. When off the mirror is options. . Brightness automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle Press t and u to adjust the settings using while the display is off. the indicators on the mirror. The indicators will remain visible for five seconds after the last button activation, and the settings will remain saved.

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28 Keys, Doors, and Windows See your dealer for service if a blue screen { Warning and 3 are displayed in the mirror, and The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a the display shuts off. Also, push the tab as limited view. Portions of the road, indicated to return to the automatic vehicles, and other objects may not be dimming mode. seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle The Rear Camera Mirror may not work using only this camera. Objects may properly or display a clear image if: appear closer than they are. Check the . There is glare from the sun or headlamps. outside mirrors or glance over your This may obstruct objects from view. shoulder when making lane changes or If needed, push the tab to turn off the merging. Failure to use proper care may display. result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. . Tilt Troubleshooting

. Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks the camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft damp cloth, or if equipped, with the Rear Camera Washer. See Rear Window Wiper/ Washer 0 85. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 29 . The camera’s mounting on the vehicle has The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to been damaged, and/or the position or the improve fuel economy performance. This mounting angle of the camera has may result in a pulsing sound when one changed. window is down and the other three are up. To reduce the sound, open another window Windows or the sunroof, if equipped. Power Windows { Warning Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a { Warning pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the Leaving children in a vehicle with a windows closed in warm or hot weather. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is They can be overcome by the extreme dangerous and children or others could heat and suffer permanent injuries or The power windows work when the ignition be seriously injured or killed. They could even death from heat stroke. is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained operate the power windows or other Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See controls or make the vehicle move. The Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 205. windows will function with the RKE Using the window switch, press to open or transmitter in the vehicle, and children or pull to close the window. others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in The windows may be temporarily disabled if a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. they are used repeatedly within a short time. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Lockout Briefly press or pull the window switch in Programming the Power Windows the same direction to stop that window’s Programming may be necessary if the express movement. vehicle battery has been disconnected or Window Automatic Reversal System discharged. If the window is unable to express-up, program each express-close The express-close feature will reverse window: window movement if it comes in contact with an object. Extreme cold or ice could 1. Close all doors. cause the window to auto-reverse. The 2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ window will operate normally after the ACCESSORY. object or condition is removed. 3. Partially open the window to be Automatic Reversal System Override programmed. Then close it and continue to pull the switch briefly after the window has fully closed. { Warning This feature stops the rear passenger 4. Open the window and continue to press window switches from working: If automatic reversal system override is the switch briefly after the window has . Press 2 to engage the rear window active, the window will not reverse fully opened. lockout feature. The indicator light is on automatically. You or others could be when engaged. injured and the window could be Remote Window Operation damaged. Before using automatic reversal . Press 2 again to disengage. If equipped, this feature allows all the system override, make sure that all windows to be opened remotely. If enabled Window Express Movement people and obstructions are clear of the in vehicle personalization, press and hold K window path. All windows can be opened without holding on the RKE transmitter. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. the window switch. Press the switch down When the engine is on, override the fully and quickly release to express open the automatic reversal system by pulling and window. holding the window switch if conditions If equipped, pull the window switch up fully prevent it from closing. and quickly release to express close the window. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 31 Sun Visors long as e (1) is held. Press and release e (1) again to change back to express operation. Power Sunshade Express Operation : Press and release C (2) to express-open the sunshade. Press and release C (2) at any time to stop movement. Press and release Q (2) to express-close the sunshade. Press and release Q (2) at any time to stop movement. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount Power Sunshade Manual Operation : The to pivot to the side window and, 1. Sunroof Switch sunshade can change to manual mode by if equipped, extend along the rod. 2. Sunshade Switch holding C (2) while opening. The sunshade will now open as long as C (2) is held. Sunroof Express Operation : Press and Press and release C (2) again to change Roof release e (1) to vent. Press and release back to express operation. again to move to the partially opened Sunroof comfort stop position. Press and release The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if If equipped, the ignition must be on or in again to express-open to the fully opened the vehicle has an electrical failure. e ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory position. Press and release (1) at any Automatic Reversal System Power (RAP) must be active to operate the time to stop movement. Press and release sunroof. See Ignition Positions 0 200 and g (1) to express-close. Press and release The sunroof and power sunshade have an Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 205. g (1) at any time to stop movement. automatic reversal system that is only active when the sunroof and power sunshade, Sunroof Manual Operation : The sunroof can if equipped, are operated in change to manual mode by holding e (1) express-close mode. while opening. The sunroof will now open as Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

32 Keys, Doors, and Windows If an object is in the path while express-closing, the reversal system will detect an object, stop, and open the sunroof or power sunshade slightly. If frost or other conditions prevent closing, override the feature by closing the sunroof or power sunshade in manual mode. To stop movement, release the switch.

Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 33 When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...... 53 Head Restraints Seats and Restraints What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ...... 54 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...... 54 The vehicle’s front seats have adjustable Head Restraints What Will You See after an Airbag head restraints in the outboard seating Head Restraints ...... 33 Inflates? ...... 54 positions. Front Seats Passenger Sensing System ...... 55 Seat Adjustment ...... 35 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped { Warning Vehicle ...... 58 Power Seat Adjustment ...... 36 With head restraints that are not Adding Equipment to the Lumbar Adjustment ...... 36 installed and adjusted properly, there is a Reclining Seatbacks ...... 37 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...... 59 Airbag System Check ...... 59 greater chance that occupants will suffer Memory Seats ...... 38 a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . 40 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash ...... 60 drive until the head restraints for all Rear Seats occupants are installed and adjusted Rear Seats ...... 42 Child Restraints properly. Heated Rear Seats ...... 44 Older Children ...... 60 Infants and Young Children ...... 61 If your vehicle has rear head restraints Seat Belts Child Restraint Systems ...... 63 that fold down, always return them to Seat Belts ...... 44 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 65 the full upright position whenever an How to Wear Seat Belts Properly ...... 45 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children occupant is seated in the seat. Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 46 (LATCH System) ...... 66 Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy ...... 49 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Seat Belt Extender ...... 49 Crash ...... 71 Safety System Check ...... 49 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Seat Belt Care ...... 50 Belts in the Rear Seat) ...... 72 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Crash ...... 50 Belts in the Front Seat) ...... 73 Airbag System Airbag System ...... 50 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 52 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

34 Seats and Restraints The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.

Adjust the head restraint so that the top of The height of the head restraint can be the restraint is at the same height as the adjusted. top of the occupant's head. This position To raise or lower the head restraint, press reduces the chance of a neck injury in a the button located on the side of the head crash. restraint and pull up or push the head To lower the head restraint, press the Front Seats restraint down, and release the button. Pull button, located on the top of the seatback, and push on the head restraint after the and push the head restraint down. Try to The vehicle's front seats have adjustable button is released to make sure that it is move the head restraint after the button is head restraints in the outboard seating locked in place. released to make sure that it is locked in positions. The front seat outboard head restraints are place. not removable. Folding the Rear Head Restraint Rear Seats If equipped, the head restraint can be folded rearward to allow for better visibility when Rear Head Restraint Adjustment the rear seat is unoccupied. The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 35 When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the full upright position. Pull the head restraint up and forward until it locks into place. Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure that it is locked. Always adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. Rear outboard head restraints are not removable. To fold the head restraint, press the button Front Seats To adjust a manual seat: on the side of the head restraint. 1. Lift the handle at the front of the seat Seat Adjustment cushion. 2. Move the seat forward or rearward to { Warning adjust the seat position. You can lose control of the vehicle if you 3. Release the handle to stop the seat from try to adjust a driver seat while the moving. vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat 4. Try to move the seat back and forth to only when the vehicle is not moving. be sure it is locked in place.

The head restraint will fold rearward automatically. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

36 Seats and Restraints Seat Height Adjuster To adjust the seatback, see Reclining { Warning Seatbacks 0 37. The power seats will work with the To adjust the lumbar support, see Lumbar ignition off. Children could operate the Adjustment 0 36. power seats and be injured. Never leave children alone in the vehicle. Lumbar Adjustment

If equipped, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat. Power Seat Adjustment

{ Warning If equipped, press and hold the control To adjust the seat: You can lose control of the vehicle if you forward to increase or rearward to decrease try to adjust a driver seat while the . Move the seat forward or rearward by support. sliding the control forward or rearward. vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. . If equipped, raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 37 Reclining Seatbacks

{ Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the seat belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your Do not have a seatback reclined if the To recline the seatback: abdomen. The belt forces would be there, vehicle is moving. 1. Lift the lever. not at your pelvic bones. This could cause Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2. Move the seatback to the desired serious internal injuries. position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. For proper protection when the vehicle is { Warning in motion, have the seatback upright. If either seatback is not locked, it could 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make Then sit well back in the seat and wear move forward in a sudden stop or crash. sure it is locked. the seat belt properly. That could cause injury to the person To return the seatback to the upright sitting there. Always push and pull on position: the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

38 Seats and Restraints Power Reclining Seatbacks Memory Seats hold 1, 2, or B until the saved position is reached. Follow the instructions under “Saving Memory Positions.” The vehicle identifies the current driver’s RKE transmitter number (1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. Only RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be used for automatic memory recalls. A Driver Information Center (DIC) welcome message indicating the transmitter number may display for the first few ignition cycles following a transmitter change. For Seat Entry Memory to work properly, save the positions to the memory button (1 or 2) . Tilt the top of the control rearward to If equipped, memory seats allow two drivers matching the RKE transmitter number recline. to save and recall their unique seat positions displayed in the DIC welcome message. . Tilt the top of the control forward to for driving the vehicle, and a shared exit Carry the linked RKE transmitter when raise. position for getting out of the vehicle. Other entering the vehicle. feature positions may also be saved, such as Vehicle Personalization Settings power mirrors and power steering wheel, if equipped. Memory positions are linked to . To have the Seat Entry Memory RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic movement begin when the vehicle is memory recalls. started, select the Settings menu, then Vehicle, then Seating Position, and then Before saving, adjust all available memory Seat Entry Memory. Select On or Off. See feature positions. Turn the vehicle on and “Seat Entry Memory” later in this section. then press and release SET; a beep will . To begin Seat Exit Memory movement sound. Then immediately press and hold 1, when the vehicle is turned off and the 2, or B (Exit) until two beeps sound. To driver door is opened, or when the vehicle manually recall these positions, press and is turned off with the driver door already Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 39 opened, select the Settings menu, then A DIC welcome message may indicate Manually Recalling Memory Positions Vehicle, then Seating Position, and then driver number 1 or 2. B Seat Exit Memory. Select On or Off. See Press and hold 1, 2, or to recall the 2. Adjust all available memory features to previously saved memory positions if you “Seat Exit Memory” later in this section. the desired driving position. 0 are driver 1 or 2 identified in the DIC . See Vehicle Personalization 113 for 3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound. welcome message. additional setting information. 4. Immediately press and hold the 1 or To stop Manual Memory recall movement, Identifying Driver Number 2 memory button matching the above release 1, 2, or B or press any of the To identify the driver number: DIC welcome message until two beeps following controls: sound. 1. Move your RKE transmitter away from . Power seat If too much time passes between the vehicle. . Memory SET releasing SET and pressing 1 or 2, the 2. Start the vehicle with another key or RKE memory position will not be saved and . Power mirror, with the driver or transmitter. The DIC should display the two beeps will not sound. Repeat passenger side mirror selected driver number for the other RKE Steps 3 and 4. . Power steering wheel, if equipped transmitter. Turn the vehicle off and remove the key or RKE transmitter from 1 or 2 corresponds to the driver number. Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2, the vehicle. See “Identifying Driver Number” or B buttons may be initiated and may previously in this section. 3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or complete to the saved memory position if RKE transmitter. The DIC should display 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second driver the vehicle is in or out of P (Park). the driver number of your RKE using 1 or 2. Seat Entry Memory transmitter. To save the position for B and Seat Exit The vehicle identifies the number of the Saving Memory Positions Memory features, repeat Steps 1–4 using current driver’s RKE transmitter (1–8). See Read these instructions completely before B. This saves the position for getting out Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 saving memory positions. of the vehicle. Operation 7. If the RKE transmitter is 1 or 2, and Seat Entry Memory is enabled in Save preferred memory feature positions to To save preferred driving positions 1 and 2: vehicle personalization, the positions saved both 1 and 2 if you are the only driver. 1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/ to the same memory button number 1 or 2 ACCESSORY. are automatically recalled when the vehicle Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

40 Seats and Restraints is turned on, or turned from off to ACC/ Seat Exit Memory Remove the obstruction and try the recall ACCESSORY. RKE transmitters 3–8 will not Seat Exit Memory is not linked to an RKE again. If the memory position still does not provide automatic memory recalls. recall, see your dealer. transmitter. The position saved to B is To turn Seat Entry Memory on or off, see used for all drivers. To turn Seat Exit Heated and Ventilated Front “Vehicle Personalization Settings” previously Memory on or off, see "Vehicle in this section and Vehicle Personalization Personalization Settings" previously in this Seats 0 113. section and Vehicle Personalization 0 113. { Warning The shift lever must be in P (Park) to start If turned on, the position saved to B is If temperature change or pain to the skin Seat Entry Memory. Seat Entry Memory automatically recalled when one of the cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause recall will complete if the vehicle is shifted following occurs: out of P (Park) prior to reaching the saved burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use memory position. . The vehicle is turned off and the driver care when using the seat heater, door is opened within a short time. To stop Seat Entry Memory recall especially for long periods of time. Do . The vehicle is turned off with the driver not place anything on the seat that movement, turn the vehicle off or press any door open. of the following controls: insulates against heat, such as a blanket, . Power seat To stop Seat Exit Memory movement, press cushion, cover, or similar item. This may any of the following memory controls: cause the seat heater to overheat. An . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B . Power seat overheated seat heater may cause a burn . Power mirror, with the driver or B or may damage the seat. passenger side mirror selected . Memory SET, 1, 2, or . Power steering wheel, if equipped . Power mirror, with the driver or passenger side mirror selected If the saved memory seat position does not . Power steering wheel, if equipped automatically recall or recalls to the wrong positions, the driver’s RKE transmitter Obstructions number (1 or 2) may not match the memory If something has blocked the driver seat button number that positions were saved to. and/or power steering wheel while recalling Try storing the position to the other a memory position, the recall may stop. memory button or try the other RKE transmitter. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 41 Press the button once for the highest See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. setting. With each press of the button, the Remote Start Heated and Ventilated Seats seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator If equipped, the heated seats will turn on lights below the buttons indicate three for automatically during a remote start if it is the highest setting and one for the lowest. cold outside and the ventilated seats will If the heated seats are on high, the level turn on automatically if it is hot outside. may automatically be lowered after If equipped, the heated steering wheel will approximately 30 minutes. turn on automatically during a remote start if it is cold outside. The heated and The passenger seat may take longer to ventilated seat indicators and heated heat up. steering wheel indicator may not come on Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats during this operation. Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Buttons Similar When the vehicle is on, this feature will The heated and ventilated seats and heated automatically activate the heated or steering wheel may cancel when the vehicle If equipped, the buttons are near the ventilated seats at the level required by the is started. These features can be manually climate controls on the center stack. To vehicle’s interior temperature. selected after the ignition is turned on. operate, the engine must be running. The active high, medium, low, or off heated The temperature performance of an Press L or M to heat the driver or or ventilated seat level will be indicated by unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is passenger seat. the manual heated or ventilated seat normal. buttons on the center stack. Use the manual The heated or ventilated seats will not turn Press { or C, if equipped, to ventilate the heated or ventilated seat buttons on the driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat on during a remote start unless they are center stack to turn auto heated or enabled in vehicle personalization. See has a fan that pulls or pushes air through ventilated seats off. If the passenger seat is 0 the seat. The air is not cooled. Remote Vehicle Start 13 and unoccupied, the auto heated or ventilated Vehicle Personalization 0 113. When a heated seat is turned on, the seats feature will not activate that seat. The symbol turns red. When a ventilated seat is auto heated or ventilated seats feature can turned on, the symbol turns blue. be programmed to always be enabled when the vehicle is on. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

42 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Rear Seat Adjustment Reclining the Seatback The second row seats slide forward for To recline the seatback: Rear Seat Reminder more room. If equipped, the message REAR SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear seat. Check before exiting the vehicle. This feature will activate when a second row door is opened while the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned on. There will be an alert when the vehicle is turned off. The alert does not directly detect objects in the rear seat; instead, under certain conditions, it detects when a rear door is opened and closed, indicating 1. Pull the reclining seatback handle. that there may be something in the To adjust the seat position, lift the lever 2. Move the seatback to the desired rear seat. below the seat cushion and slide the seat position, and then release the handle to forward or backward. The feature is active only once each time lock the seatback in place. the vehicle is turned on and off, and will 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make require reactivation by opening and closing sure it is locked. the second row doors. There may be an alert even when there is nothing in the rear Folding the Seatback seat; for example, if a child entered the Either side of the seatback can be folded for vehicle through the rear door and left the more cargo space. Fold a seatback only vehicle without the vehicle being shut off. when the vehicle is not moving. The feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution Repeat the steps to fold the other seatback, if desired. { Warning Folding a rear seat with the seat belts A seat belt that is improperly routed, not still fastened may cause damage to the properly attached, or twisted will not seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle provide the protection needed in a crash. the seat belts and return them to their The person wearing the belt could be normal stowed position before folding a seriously injured. After raising the rear rear seat. seatback, always check to be sure that the seat belts are properly routed and To fold the seatback: attached, and are not twisted. 1. Fold the head restraint, if equipped. See Head Restraints 0 33. To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward to lock it in place. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar 2. Return the head restraint to the upright position. See Head Restraints 0 33. The rear seatbacks can also be folded forward by pulling the levers on either side 3. Push and pull the top of the seatback to of the rear cargo area. be sure it is locked into position. 4. Repeat the steps to raise the other Raising the Seatback seatback, if necessary. { Warning If additional cargo space is not needed, the seatbacks should be kept in the upright, If either seatback is not locked, it could locked position. move forward in a sudden stop or crash. 2. Pull the handle on the side of the seat That could cause injury to the person cushion to unlock it. sitting there. Always push and pull on 3. Fold the seatback forward. the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

44 Seats and Restraints Heated Rear Seats Seat Belts This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt 0 { Warning This section describes how to use seat belts Reminders 98. properly, and some things not to do. If temperature change or pain to the skin Why Seat Belts Work cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause { Warning burns. See the Warning under Heated Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt and Ventilated Front Seats 0 40. cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing seat belts, injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing seat belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or by being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops In a collision, passengers riding in these suddenly, you keep going until something areas are more likely to be seriously stops you. It could be the windshield, the If equipped, the buttons are on the rear injured or killed. Do not allow passengers instrument panel, or the seat belts! doors. to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. When you wear a seat belt, you and the With the engine running, press L or M to vehicle slow down together. There is more heat the left or right outboard seat cushion. Always wear a seat belt, and check that time to stop because you stop over a longer An indicator light on the button will turn on all passenger(s) are restrained distance and, when worn properly, your when the heated seat is on. Press the properly too. strongest bones take the forces from the button again to turn this feature off. The seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts indicator will turn off. makes such good sense. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 45 Questions and Answers About Seat Belts Infants and Young Children 0 61. Review and strong pelvic bones and you would be follow the rules for children in addition to less likely to slide under the lap belt. Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a the following rules. If you slid under it, the belt would apply crash if I am wearing a seat belt? It is very important for all occupants to force on your abdomen. This could cause A: You could be — whether you are buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted serious or even fatal injuries. wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance people are hurt more often in crashes than . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder of being conscious during and after a those who are wearing seat belts. and across the chest. These parts of the crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, body are best able to take belt is much greater if you are belted. There are important things to know about restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks wearing a seat belt properly. Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I if there is a sudden stop or crash. have to wear seat belts? { Warning A: Airbags are supplemental systems only. They work with seat belts — not instead You can be seriously injured, or even of them. Whether or not an airbag is killed, by not wearing your seat belt provided, all occupants still have to properly. buckle up to get the most protection. Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing seat belts. How to Wear Seat Belts Properly

Follow these rules for everyone's protection. . Sit up straight and always keep your feet There are additional things to know about on the floor in front of you (if possible). seat belts and children, including smaller . Always use the correct buckle for your children and infants. If a child will be riding seating position. 0 in the vehicle, see Older Children 60 or . Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to Never wear the shoulder belt under both Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an become loose or twisted. arms or behind your back. armrest.

{ Warning The seat belt can be pinched if it is routed under plastic trim on the seat, such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not be able to provide adequate protection. Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces. Lap-Shoulder Belt Always use the correct buckle for your All seating positions in the vehicle have a seating position. lap-shoulder belt. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 47 The following instructions explain how to engaged. See Child Restraint Systems Pull up on the latch plate to make sure wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 0 63. If this occurs, let the belt go back it is secure. If the belt is not long 0 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, all the way and start again. If the enough, see Seat Belt Extender 49. so you can sit up straight. To see how, locking feature stays engaged after Position the release button on the buckle see “Seats” in the Index. letting the belt go back to stowed so that the seat belt could be quickly position on the seat, move the seat unbuckled if necessary. rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt retractor lock releases. 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is Engaging the child restraint locking right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height feature in the front outboard seating Adjuster” later in this section for position may affect the passenger instructions on use and important safety sensing system. See Passenger Sensing information. System 0 55.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until the shoulder belt. belt is pulled out all the way, the child it clicks. restraint locking feature may be Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

48 Seats and Restraints Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster After the height adjuster is set to the desired position, try to move it down The vehicle has a shoulder belt height without pressing the release button to make adjuster for the driver and front outboard sure it has locked into position. passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder Seat Belt Pretensioners portion of the belt is on the shoulder and This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for not falling off of it. The belt should be close the front outboard occupants. Although the to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they shoulder belt height adjustment could are part of the seat belt assembly. They can reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a help tighten the seat belts during the early crash. See How to Wear Seat Belts Properly stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near 0 45. frontal, or rear crash if the threshold To unlatch the belt, push the button on the conditions for pretensioner activation are buckle. The belt should return to its stowed met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help position. tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat rollover event. belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed Pretensioners work only once. If the position, the retractor may lock and cannot pretensioners activate in a crash, the be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat pretensioners and probably other parts of belt straight out firmly to unlock the the vehicle's seat belt system will need to webbing, and then release it. If the webbing be replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System is still locked in the retractor, see your Parts after a Crash 0 50. dealer. Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt entering or exiting the vehicle or at any is out of the way. If a door is slammed Press and hold the release button while time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the against a seat belt, damage can occur to seat belt can damage the webbing and both the seat belt and the vehicle. raising or lowering the height adjuster to the desired position. hardware. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 49 Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides But if a seat belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat added seat belt comfort for older children you will wear, so the extender will be long who have outgrown booster seats and for enough for you. To help avoid personal some adults. When installed on a shoulder injury, do not let someone else use it, and belt, the comfort guide positions the use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The shoulder belt away from the neck and head. extender has been designed for adults. The comfort guides for the second row Never use it for securing child restraints. For outboard seating positions of this vehicle are more information on the proper use and fit provided in a package in the glove box or of seat belt extenders see the instruction cargo area. Instructions are included with sheet that comes with the extender. the comfort guides. A pregnant woman should wear a Safety System Check Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the Periodically check the seat belt reminder, Seat belts work for everyone, including rounding, throughout the pregnancy. seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, pregnant women. Like all occupants, they shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), are more likely to be seriously injured if The best way to protect the fetus is to and seat belt anchorages to make sure they they do not wear seat belts. protect the mother. When a seat belt is are all in working order. Look for any other worn properly, it is more likely that the loose or damaged seat belt system parts fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For that might keep a seat belt system from pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to performing properly. See your dealer to making seat belts effective is wearing them have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted properly. seat belts may not protect you in a crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under Seat Belt Extender impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around have it replaced immediately. If a belt is you, you should use it. twisted, it may be possible to untwist by Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

50 Seats and Restraints reversing the latch plate on the webbing. New parts and repairs may be necessary If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your Warning (Continued) even if the seat belt system was not being dealer to fix it. provide adequate protection. Clean and used at the time of the crash. Make sure the seat belt reminder light is rinse seat belt webbing only with mild Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 98. soap and lukewarm water. Allow the the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the webbing to dry. Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt airbag readiness light stays on after you Care 0 50. start the vehicle or while you are driving. Replacing Seat Belt System Parts See Airbag Readiness Light 0 98. Seat Belt Care after a Crash Keep belts clean and dry. Airbag System { Warning Seat belts should be properly cared for and The vehicle has the following airbags: maintained. A crash can damage the seat belt system . A frontal airbag for the driver in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and . A frontal airbag for the front outboard system may not properly protect the free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior passenger hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be person using it, resulting in serious injury . A knee airbag for the driver or even death in a crash. To help make lightly cleaned with mild soap and water. . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris sure the seat belt systems are working driver properly after a crash, have them in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the inspected and any necessary the system please see the dealer. Parts may front outboard passenger need to be replaced to ensure proper replacements made as soon as possible. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the functionality of the system. After a minor crash, replacement of seat passenger seated directly behind the driver { Warning belts may not be necessary. But the seat belt assemblies that were used during any . A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. crash may have been stressed or damaged. passenger and the passenger seated It may severely weaken the webbing. In See your dealer to have the seat belt directly behind the front outboard a crash, they might not be able to assemblies inspected or replaced. passenger (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 51 All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment { Warning Warning (Continued) opening. You can be severely injured or killed in a unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on crash if you are not wearing your seat would be if sitting on the edge of the the center of the steering wheel for the belt, even with airbags. Airbags are seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help driver and on the instrument panel for the designed to work with seat belts, not keep you in position before and during a front outboard passenger. replace them. Also, airbags are not crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the designed to inflate in every crash. In airbags. The driver should sit as far back lower part of the instrument panel. some crashes seat belts are the only as possible while still maintaining control restraint. See When Should an Airbag of the vehicle. The seat belts and the For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the Inflate? 0 53. front outboard passenger airbags are word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback most effective when you are sitting well or side of the seat closest to the door. Wearing your seat belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting back and upright in the seat with both For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on things inside the vehicle or being ejected feet on the floor. the ceiling or trim. from it. Airbags are “supplemental Occupants should not lean on or sleep Airbags are designed to supplement the restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in against the door or side windows in protection provided by seat belts. Even the vehicle should wear a seat belt seating positions with seat-mounted side though today's airbags are also designed to properly, whether or not there is an impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags. help reduce the risk of injury from the force airbag for that person. of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. { Warning Here are the most important things to know { Warning Children who are up against, or very about the airbag system: Because airbags inflate with great force close to, any airbag when it inflates can and faster than the blink of an eye, be seriously injured or killed. Always anyone who is up against, or very close secure children properly in the vehicle. To to, any airbag when it inflates can be read how, see Older Children 0 60 or seriously injured or killed. Do not sit Infants and Young Children 0 61. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

52 Seats and Restraints The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel.

There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 98 for more information. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Where Are the Airbags? The seat-mounted side impact airbags for The driver knee airbag is below the steering the driver and front outboard passenger are column. in the sides of the seatbacks closest to the door. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front outboard passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows.

{ Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into The driver frontal airbag is in the center of that person causing severe injury or even the steering wheel. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 53 determine the severity of the impact. Knee airbags are designed to inflate in Warning (Continued) Deployment thresholds can vary with moderate to severe frontal or near frontal death. The path of an inflating airbag specific vehicle design. impacts. Knee airbags are not designed to must be kept clear. Do not put anything Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear between an occupant and an airbag, and moderate to severe frontal or near frontal impacts, or in many side impacts. do not attach or put anything on the crashes to help reduce the potential for Seat-mounted side impact airbags are steering wheel hub or on or near any severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or designed to inflate in moderate to severe other airbag covering. front outboard passenger's head and chest. side crashes, depending on the location of the impact. These airbags are also designed Do not use seat accessories that block the Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast to inflate in some moderate to severe inflation path of a seat-mounted side frontal or near-frontal impacts that could impact airbag. the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what is hit, the direction of the impact, and how result in the occupant moving toward the Never secure anything to the roof of a quickly the vehicle slows down. side of the vehicle. Seat-mounted side vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a impact airbags are not designed to inflate in rope or tie‐down through any door or Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted window opening. If you do, the path of speeds depending on whether the vehicle side impact airbag is designed to inflate on hits an object straight on or at an angle, an inflating roof-rail airbag will be the side of the vehicle that is struck. and whether the object is fixed or moving, blocked. rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate on the location of the impact. In addition, during vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See or in many side impacts. during a rollover or in a severe frontal 0 Airbag System 50. Airbags are designed to impact. Roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific In addition, the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags. Advanced inflate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags airbag system's deployment threshold. will inflate when either side of the vehicle is Deployment thresholds are used to predict technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. struck, if the sensing system predicts that how severe a crash is likely to be in time the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, for the airbags to inflate and help restrain or in a severe frontal impact. the occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the airbag system Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

54 Seats and Restraints In any particular crash, no one can say Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are The parts of the airbag that come into whether an airbag should have inflated designed to help contain the head and chest contact with you may be warm, but not too simply because of the vehicle damage or of occupants in the outboard seating hot to touch. There may be some smoke repair costs. positions in the first and second rows. The and dust coming from the vents in the rollover capable roof-rail airbags are deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not What Makes an Airbag Inflate? designed to help reduce the risk of full or prevent the driver from seeing out of the In a deployment event, the sensing system partial ejection in rollover events, although windshield or being able to steer the sends an electrical signal triggering a release no system can prevent all such ejections. vehicle, nor does it prevent people from of gas from the inflator. Gas from the But airbags would not help in many types leaving the vehicle. inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to of collisions, primarily because the break out of the cover. The inflator, the occupant's motion is not toward those { Warning airbag, and related hardware are all part of airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? When an airbag inflates, there may be the airbag module. 0 53. dust in the air. This dust could cause For airbag locations, see Where Are the Airbags should never be regarded as breathing problems for people with a Airbags? 0 52. anything more than a supplement to seat history of asthma or other breathing belts. trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the How Does an Airbag Restrain? vehicle should get out as soon as it is In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal What Will You See after an safe to do so. If you have breathing collisions, even belted occupants can contact Airbag Inflates? problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get the steering wheel or the instrument panel. After frontal, knee, and seat-mounted side fresh air by opening a window or a door. In moderate to severe side collisions, even impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, belted occupants can contact the inside of so quickly that some people may not even If you experience breathing problems the vehicle. realize the airbags inflated. Roof-rail airbags following an airbag deployment, you Airbags supplement the protection provided may still be at least partially inflated for should seek medical attention. by seat belts by distributing the force of the some time after they inflate. Some impact more evenly over the components of the airbag module may be The vehicle has a feature that may occupant's body. hot for several minutes. For location of the automatically unlock the doors, turn on the airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 52. interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after the Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 55 airbags inflate. The feature may also In many crashes severe enough to inflate Passenger Sensing System activate, without airbag inflation, after an the airbag, windshields are broken by event that exceeds a predetermined vehicle deformation. Additional windshield The vehicle has a passenger sensing system threshold. After turning the ignition off and breakage may also occur from the front for the front outboard passenger position. then on again, the fuel system will return to outboard passenger airbag. The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the normal operation; the doors can be locked, . Airbags are designed to inflate only once. vehicle is started. the interior lamps can be turned off, and After an airbag inflates, you will need the hazard warning flashers can be turned some new parts for the airbag system. off using the controls for those features. If you do not get them, the airbag If any of these systems are damaged in the system will not be there to help protect crash they may not operate as normal. you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other { Warning parts. The service manual for the vehicle A crash severe enough to inflate the covers the need to replace other parts. The words ON and OFF, and the symbols for airbags may have also damaged . The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records on and off, will be visible during the system important functions in the vehicle, such check. When the system check is complete, as the fuel system, brake and steering information after a crash. See Vehicle 0 either the word ON or OFF, and the symbol systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears Data Recording and Privacy 358 and Event Data Recorders 0 359. for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger to be drivable after a moderate crash, Airbag Status Indicator 0 99. there may be concealed damage that . Let only qualified technicians work on the The passenger sensing system turns off the could make it difficult to safely operate airbag system. Improper service can mean front outboard passenger frontal airbag the vehicle. that an airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service. under certain conditions. No other airbag is Use caution if you should attempt to affected by the passenger sensing system. restart the engine after a crash has The passenger sensing system works with occurred. sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat and seat belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

56 Seats and Restraints properly seated occupant and determine if . There is a critical problem with the airbag the front outboard passenger frontal airbag Warning (Continued) system or the passenger sensing system. should be allowed to inflate or not. Even if the passenger sensing system has When the passenger sensing system has According to accident statistics, children are turned off the passenger frontal airbag, turned off the front outboard passenger safer when properly secured in a rear seat no system is fail-safe. No one can frontal airbag, the OFF indicator will light in the correct child restraint for their weight guarantee that an airbag will not deploy and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is and size. under some unusual circumstance, even off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 99. Whenever possible, children aged 12 and though the airbag is turned off. under should be secured in a rear seating Never put a rear-facing child restraint in The passenger sensing system is designed to position. the front seat, even if the airbag is off. turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a Never put a rear-facing child seat in the If securing a forward-facing child restraint person of adult size is sitting properly in the front. This is because the risk to the in the front outboard passenger seat, front outboard passenger seat. rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag always move the seat as far back as it inflates. will go. It is better to secure child When the passenger sensing system has restraints in the rear seat. Consider using allowed the airbag to be enabled, the ON { Warning another vehicle to transport the child indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is active. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can when a rear seat is not available. be seriously injured or killed if the For some children, including children in child The passenger sensing system is designed to passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is restraints, and for very small adults, the turn off the front outboard passenger passenger sensing system may or may not because the back of the rear-facing child frontal airbag if: restraint would be very close to the turn off the front outboard passenger . The front outboard passenger seat is inflating airbag. A child in a frontal airbag, depending upon the person's unoccupied. seating posture and body build. Everyone in forward-facing child restraint can be the vehicle who has outgrown child seriously injured or killed if the passenger . The system determines an infant is present in a child restraint. restraints should wear a seat belt frontal airbag inflates and the passenger . A front outboard passenger takes his/her properly — whether or not there is an seat is in a forward position. airbag for that person. (Continued) weight off of the seat for a period of time. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 57 4. Reinstall the child restraint following the 6. Restart the vehicle. { Warning directions provided by the child restraint The passenger sensing system may or may If the airbag readiness light ever comes manufacturer and refer to Securing Child not turn off the airbag for a child in a child on and stays on, it means that Restraints (With the Seat Belts in the 0 restraint depending upon the child’s size. something may be wrong with the airbag Rear Seat) 72 or It is better to secure the child restraint in a system. To help avoid injury to yourself Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat 0 rear seat. Never put a rear-facing child or others, have the vehicle serviced right Belts in the Front Seat) 73. restraint in the front seat, even if the ON away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 98 Make sure the seat belt retractor is indicator is not lit. for more information, including important locked by pulling the shoulder belt all safety information. the way out of the retractor when If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an installing the child restraint, even if the Adult-Sized Occupant If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child child restraint is equipped with a seat Restraint belt lock off. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not The passenger sensing system is designed to pulled out of the retractor. turn off the front outboard passenger 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint frontal airbag if the system determines that and restarting the vehicle, the ON an infant is present in a child restraint. If a indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. child restraint has been installed and the ON Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback indicator is lit: and adjust the seat cushion, 1. Turn the vehicle off. if adjustable, to make sure that the 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child vehicle. restraint into the seat cushion. 3. Remove any additional items from the Also make sure the child restraint is not If a person of adult size is sitting in the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat trapped under the vehicle head restraint. front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. See Head Restraints 0 33. indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat or that the child restraint locking feature is Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

58 Seats and Restraints engaged. Use the following steps to allow approved by GM for your specific vehicle. the system to detect that person and enable { Warning See Adding Equipment to the the front outboard passenger frontal airbag: If the front outboard passenger airbag is Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 59 for more 1. Turn the vehicle off. turned off for an adult-sized occupant, information about modifications that can affect how the system operates. 2. Remove any additional material from the the airbag will not be able to inflate and seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat help protect that person in a crash, The ON indicator may be lit if an object, covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. resulting in an increased risk of serious such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright injury or even death. An adult-sized laptop, or other electronic device, is put on position. occupant should not ride in the front an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, outboard passenger seat, if the passenger remove the object from the seat. 4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, airbag OFF indicator is lit. centered on the seat cushion, with legs { Warning comfortably extended. Additional Factors Affecting System Stowing articles under the passenger seat 5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is Operation pulled out all the way, the child restraint or between the passenger seat cushion locking feature will be engaged. This Seat belts help keep the passenger in and seatback may interfere with the may unintentionally cause the passenger position on the seat during vehicle proper operation of the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for maneuvers and braking, which helps the sensing system. some adult-sized occupants. If this passenger sensing system maintain the happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts” Servicing the Airbag-Equipped go back all the way, and then buckle the and “Child Restraints” in the Index for Vehicle belt again without pulling the belt out additional information about the importance all the way. of proper restraint use. Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag 6. Restart the vehicle and have the person A thick layer of additional material, such as system in several places around the vehicle. remain in this position for two to a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket Your dealer and the service manual have three minutes after the ON indicator equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, information about servicing the vehicle and is lit. and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Publication Ordering recommend that you not use seat covers or 0 other aftermarket equipment except when Information 356. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 59 . Front seats, including stitching, seams or system from properly turning off the { Warning zippers passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is . Seat belts System 0 55. turned off and the battery is . Steering wheel, instrument panel, If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, disconnected, an airbag can still inflate overhead console, ceiling trim, or pillar see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 303 for during improper service. You can be garnish trim additional important information. injured if you are close to an airbag . Inner door seals, including speakers If the vehicle must be modified because you when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. Your dealer and the service manual have have a disability and have questions about They are probably part of the airbag information about the location of the airbag whether the modifications will affect the system. Be sure to follow proper service modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic vehicle's airbag system, or if you have procedures, and make sure the person module, and airbag wiring along with the questions about whether the airbag system performing work for you is qualified to proper replacement procedures. will be affected if the vehicle is modified for do so. any other reason, call Customer Assistance. In addition, the vehicle has a passenger See Customer Assistance Offices 0 351. Adding Equipment to the sensing system for the front outboard passenger position, which includes sensors Airbag System Check Airbag-Equipped Vehicle that are part of the passenger seat. The passenger sensing system may not operate The airbag system does not need regularly Adding accessories that change the vehicle's scheduled maintenance or replacement. frame, bumper system, height, front end, properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim; or Make sure the airbag readiness light is or side sheet metal may keep the airbag working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 98. system from working properly. with GM covers, upholstery, or trim designed for a different vehicle. Any object, The operation of the airbag system can also such as an aftermarket seat heater or a Caution be affected by changing, including comfort-enhancing pad or device, installed If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, improperly repairing or replacing, any parts under or on top of the seat fabric, could or broken, the airbag may not work of the following: also interfere with the operation of the properly. Do not open or break the airbag . Airbag system, including airbag modules, passenger sensing system. This could either coverings. If there are any opened or front or side impact sensors, sensing and prevent proper deployment of the passenger broken airbag coverings, have the airbag diagnostic module, or airbag wiring airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

60 Seats and Restraints . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the Caution (Continued) If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, covering and/or airbag module replaced. are driving, the airbag system may not work continue. If no, return to the booster seat. For the location of the airbags, see Where properly. Have the vehicle serviced right . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the Are the Airbags? 0 52. See your dealer for away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 98. shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, service. continue. If no, try using the rear seat Child Restraints belt comfort guide, if available. See “Rear Replacing Airbag System Parts Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under after a Crash Older Children Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 46. If a comfort guide is not available, or if the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder, then { Warning return to the booster seat. A crash can damage the airbag systems . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue. may not properly protect you and your If no, return to the booster seat. passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in . Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for serious injury or even death. To help the length of the trip? If yes, continue. make sure the airbag systems are If no, return to the booster seat. working properly after a crash, have Q: What is the proper way to wear seat them inspected and any necessary belts? replacements made as soon as possible. A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder If an airbag inflates, you will need to Older children who have outgrown booster belt and get the additional restraint a replace airbag system parts. See your dealer seats should wear the vehicle’s seat belts. shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder for service. belt should not cross the face or neck. The manufacturer instructions that come The lap belt should fit snugly below the with the booster seat state the weight and hips, just touching the top of the thighs. height limitations for that booster. Use a This applies belt force to the child's booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until pelvic bones in a crash. It should never the child passes the fit test below: Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 61 be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 46. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly. { Warning Infants and Young Children { Warning Never allow a child to wear the seat belt Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This Never allow more than one child to wear shoulder belt under both arms or behind includes infants and all other children. the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot their back. A child can be seriously Neither the distance traveled nor the age properly spread the impact forces. In a injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder and size of the traveler changes the need, crash, they can be crushed together and belt properly. In a crash, the child would for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United seriously injured. A seat belt must be not be restrained by the shoulder belt. States and in every Canadian province says used by only one person at a time. The child could move too far forward children up to some age must be restrained increasing the chance of head and neck while in a vehicle. injury. The child might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be { Warning applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The Children can be seriously injured or shoulder belt should go over the shoulder strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped and across the chest. around their neck. The shoulder belt can (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

62 Seats and Restraints

Warning (Continued) { Warning { Warning tighten but cannot be loosened if it is Never hold an infant or a child while Children who are up against, or very locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an close to, any airbag when it inflates can pulled all the way out of the retractor. infant or a child will become so heavy it be seriously injured or killed. Never put a It unlocks when the shoulder belt is is not possible to hold it during a crash. rear-facing child restraint in the front allowed to go all the way back into the For example, in a crash at only outboard seat. Secure a rear-facing child retractor, but it cannot do this if it is 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to wrapped around a child’s neck. If the will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) secure a forward-facing child restraint in shoulder belt is locked and tightened force on a person's arms. An infant or a rear seat. If you must secure a around a child’s neck, the only way to child should be secured in an appropriate forward-facing child restraint in the front loosen the belt is to cut it. child restraint. outboard seat, always move the front Never leave children unattended in a passenger seat as far back as it will go. vehicle and never allow children to play with the seat belts.

Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

Child restraints are devices used to restrain, seat, or position children in the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 63 There are three basic types of child Child Restraint Systems restraints: { Warning . Forward-facing child restraints To reduce the risk of neck and head . Rear-facing child restraints injury in a crash, infants and toddlers . Belt-positioning booster seats should be secured in a rear-facing child restraint until age two, or until they The proper child restraint for your child reach the maximum height and weight depends on their size, weight, and age, and limits of their child restraint. also on whether the child restraint is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used. { Warning For each type of child restraint, there are A young child's hip bones are still so many different models available. When small that the vehicle seat belt may not purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it remain low on the hip bones, as it Rear-Facing Infant Restraint is, the child restraint will have a label saying should. Instead, it may settle up around A rear-facing child restraint provides that it meets federal motor vehicle safety the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt restraint with the seating surface against standards. would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This the back of the infant. The instruction manual that is provided with alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. The harness system holds the infant in place the child restraint states the weight and To reduce the risk of serious or fatal and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant height limitations for that particular child positioned in the restraint. restraint. In addition, there are many kinds injuries during a crash, young children of child restraints available for children with should always be secured in an special needs. appropriate child restraint. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

64 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle

{ Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the Forward-Facing Child Restraint Booster Seats instructions in this manual. A forward-facing child restraint provides A belt-positioning booster seat is used for To help reduce the chance of injury, the restraint for the child's body with the children who have outgrown their child restraint must be secured in the harness. forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt seat belt system until the child is large portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and properly without a booster seat. See the Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 66 for seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 60. more information. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the following: 1. Instruction labels provided on the child restraint Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 65 2. Instruction manual provided with the Securing the Child Within the Child child restraint Restraint { Warning 3. This vehicle owner's manual A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front The child restraint instructions are { Warning passenger airbag inflates. This is because important, so if they are not available, A child can be seriously injured or killed obtain a replacement copy from the in a crash if the child is not properly the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating manufacturer. secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions airbag. A child in a forward-facing child Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can be seriously injured or killed that came with that child restraint. restraint can move around in a collision or if the front passenger airbag inflates and sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. the passenger seat is in a forward Be sure to properly secure any child Where to Put the Restraint position. restraint in the vehicle — even when no According to accident statistics, children and child is in it. Even if the passenger sensing system has infants are safer when properly restrained in In some areas Certified Child Passenger an appropriate child restraint secured in a turned off the front passenger frontal Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to rear seating position. airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can inspect and demonstrate how to correctly guarantee that an airbag will not deploy Whenever possible, children aged 12 and use and install child restraints. In the U.S., under some unusual circumstance, even under should be secured in a rear seating refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety though it is turned off. position. Administration (NHTSA) website to locate Secure rear-facing child restraints in a the nearest child safety seat inspection Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you station. For CPST availability in Canada, front. This is because the risk to the secure a forward-facing child restraint in check with Transport Canada or the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag Provincial Ministry of Transportation office. deploys. the front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. See Passenger Sensing System 0 55 for additional information. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

66 Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint with the Wherever a child restraint is installed, be Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat belts to seat belts in a rear seat position, study the sure to follow the instructions that came secure the child and the booster seat. If the instructions that came with the child with the child restraint and secure the child manufacturer recommends that the booster restraint to make sure it is compatible with restraint properly. seat be secured with the LATCH system, this this vehicle. Keep in mind that an unsecured child can be done as long as the booster seat can Child restraints and booster seats vary restraint can move around in a collision or be positioned properly and there is no considerably in size, and some may fit in sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. interference with the proper positioning of certain seating positions better than others. Be sure to properly secure any child the lap-shoulder belt on the child. Do not install a child restraint in any rear restraint in the vehicle — even when no Make sure to follow the instructions that seating position where it cannot be installed child is in it. came with the child restraint, and also the securely. instructions in this manual. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Depending on where you place the child When installing a child restraint with a top restraint and the size of the child restraint, Children (LATCH System) tether, you must also use either the lower you may not be able to access adjacent seat The LATCH system secures a child restraint anchors or the seat belts to properly secure belts or LATCH anchors for additional during driving or in a crash. LATCH the child restraint. A child restraint must passengers or child restraints. Adjacent attachments on the child restraint are used never be installed using only the top tether seating positions should not be used if the to attach the child restraint to the anchors and anchor. child restraint prevents access to or in the vehicle. This system is designed to For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child interferes with the routing of the seat belt. make installation of a child restraint easier. restraint where the combined weight of the The seat in front of an installed child In order to use the LATCH system in your child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb), restraint should be adjusted to ensure vehicle, you need a child restraint that has use either the lower LATCH anchorages with proper installation according to the child LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt restraint manual. rear-facing and forward-facing child seats can with the top tether anchorage. Where the When installing a child restraint in an be properly installed using either the LATCH combined weight of the child and restraint adjustable second row seating position, the anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat seat should be adjusted fore or aft to ensure use both the seat belts and the LATCH belt with the top tether anchorage only. proper installation according to the child anchorage system to secure a rear-facing or restraint manual. forward-facing child seat. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 67 Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Weight of Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X the Child + Child LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt and Top Restraint Anchors Only Anchors and Top Tether Anchor Tether Anchor Rear-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) XX Restraint Rear-Facing Child Greater than X Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) XX Restraint Forward-Facing Child Greater than X Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)

See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Child restraints built after March 2014 will Not all vehicle seating positions have lower Belts in the Rear Seat) 0 72 or be labeled with the specific child weight up anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belts to which the LATCH system can be used to used (with top tether where available) to in the Front Seat) 0 73. install the restraint. secure the child restraint. See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belts in the Rear The following explains how to attach a child 0 restraint with these attachments in the Seat) 72 or vehicle. Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belts in the Front Seat) 0 73. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

68 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations

Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top each LATCH seating position that will tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The accommodate a child restraint with lower top tether attachment hook (2) on the child attachments (2). restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. Rear Seat The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will I : Seating positions with top tether have a single attachment hook (2) to secure anchors. the top tether to the anchor. H : Seating positions with two lower Some child restraints that have a top tether anchors. are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 69 system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 65 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System

To assist in locating the lower anchors, each { Warning seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback A child could be seriously injured or killed and the seat cushion. in a crash if the child restraint is not properly attached to the vehicle using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle Top Tether Anchors seat belt. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and the The top tether anchors for each rear seating instructions in this manual. position are located on the back of the rear seatback. Be sure to use an anchor located To assist in locating the top tether anchors, directly behind the seating position where { Warning the top tether anchor symbol is near the the child restraint will be placed. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal anchor. Do not secure a child restraint in a position injuries during a crash, do not attach without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be more than one child restraint to a single attached, or if the instructions that come anchor. Attaching more than one child with the child restraint say that the top restraint to a single anchor could cause tether must be attached. the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or According to accident statistics, children and others could be injured. infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution position does not have lower anchors, { Warning secure the child restraint with the top Children can be seriously injured or Do not let the LATCH attachments rub tether and the seat belt. Refer to the strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped against the vehicle’s seat belts. This may child restraint manufacturer instructions around their neck. The shoulder belt can damage these parts. If necessary, move and the instructions in this manual. tighten but cannot be loosened if it is buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is LATCH attachments. desired seating position. pulled all the way out of the retractor. Do not fold the rear seatback when the 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is seat is occupied. Do not fold the empty 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower allowed to go all the way back into the rear seat with a seat belt buckled. This attachments on the child restraint retractor, but it cannot do this if it is could damage the seat belt or the seat. to the lower anchors. wrapped around a child’s neck. If the Unbuckle and return the seat belt to its 2. If the child restraint manufacturer shoulder belt is locked and tightened stowed position, before folding the seat. recommends that the top tether be around a child’s neck, the only way to attached, attach and tighten the top loosen the belt is to cut it. Do not attach more than one child restraint tether to the top tether anchor, to a single anchor. Attaching more than one Buckle any unused seat belts behind the if equipped. Refer to the child restraint child restraint to a single anchor could cause instructions and the following steps: child restraint so children cannot reach the anchor or attachment to come loose or them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way even break during a crash. A child or others 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. out of the retractor to set the lock, and could be injured. To reduce the risk of 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top tighten the belt behind the child restraint serious or fatal injuries during a crash, tether according to your child after the child restraint has been attach only one child restraint per anchor. restraint instructions and the installed. following instructions: If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint 0 65. 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors. If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 71 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement for proper installation. Replacing LATCH System Parts If you are using a dual tether in the If the position you are using does After a Crash rear outboard seating position with not have a headrest or head an adjustable head restraint, route restraint and you are using a single { Warning the dual tether around the head tether, route the tether over the A crash can damage the LATCH system in restraint. seatback. the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it If the position you are using has an If the position you are using does was being used during a crash, new LATCH adjustable head restraint and you not have a headrest or head system parts may be needed. are using a single tether, raise the restraint and you are using a dual New parts and repairs may be necessary head restraint and route the tether tether, route the tether over the even if the LATCH system was not being under the head restraint and in seatback. used at the time of the crash. between the head restraint posts. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

72 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints (With If the child restraint or vehicle seat position Position the release button on the does not have the LATCH system, you will buckle, away from the child restraint, so the Seat Belts in the Rear Seat) be using the seat belt to secure the child that the seat belt could be quickly When securing a child restraint with the restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions unbuckled if necessary. seat belts in a rear seat position, study the that came with the child restraint. instructions that came with the child If more than one child restraint needs to be restraint to make sure it is compatible with installed in the rear seat, be sure to read this vehicle. Where to Put the Restraint 0 65. If the child restraint has the LATCH system, 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap (LATCH System) 0 66 for how and where to and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat install the child restraint using LATCH. If a belt through or around the child child restraint is secured in the vehicle using restraint. The child restraint instructions a seat belt and it uses a top tether, see will show you how. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 66 for top tether anchor locations. 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of Do not secure a child seat in a position the retractor to set the lock. When the without a top tether anchor if a national or retractor lock is set, the belt can be local law requires that the top tether be tightened but not pulled out of the anchored, or if the instructions that come retractor. with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 73 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, under certain conditions. See Passenger follow the child restraint manufacturer's Sensing System 0 55 and instructions regarding the use of the top Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 99 for tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers more information, including important for Children (LATCH System) 0 66. safety information. 7. Before placing a child in the child Never put a rear-facing child seat in the restraint, make sure it is securely held in front. This is because the risk to the place. To check, grasp the child restraint rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag at the seat belt path and attempt to deploys. move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly { Warning installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the be seriously injured or killed if the front child restraint, pull the shoulder portion To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the outboard passenger frontal airbag of the belt to tighten the lap portion of vehicle seat belt and let it return to the inflates. This is because the back of the stowed position. If the top tether is attached the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back rear-facing child restraint would be very into the retractor. When installing a to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint, it may be forward-facing child restraint can be helpful to use your knee to push down Securing Child Restraints (With on the child restraint as you tighten the Seat Belts in the Front Seat) seriously injured or killed if the front the belt. outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a and the passenger seat is in a forward Try to pull the belt out of the retractor safer place to secure a forward-facing child position. to make sure the retractor is locked. restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint If the retractor is not locked, repeat 0 65. Even if the passenger sensing system has Steps 4 and 5. turned off the front outboard passenger In addition, the vehicle has a passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. No sensing system which is designed to turn off (Continued) the front outboard passenger frontal airbag Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

74 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure Warning (Continued) the child restraint in this position, follow the one can guarantee that an airbag will not instructions that came with the child deploy under some unusual circumstance, restraint and the following instructions: even though it is turned off. 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints in a restraint. Move the seat upward or the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you seatback to an upright position, secure a forward-facing child restraint in if needed, to get a tight installation of the front outboard passenger seat, the child restraint. always move the seat as far back as it When the passenger sensing system has will go. It is better to secure the child turned off the front outboard passenger restraint in a rear seat. frontal airbag, the OFF indicator on the Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if See Passenger Sensing System 0 55 for passenger airbag status indicator should needed. additional information. light and stay lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status If the child restraint uses a top tether, see Indicator 0 99. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. (LATCH System) 0 66 for top tether anchor 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap locations. and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat Do not secure a child seat in a position belt through or around the child without a top tether anchor if a national or restraint. The child restraint instructions local law requires that the top tether be will show you how. anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until tether, and that the tether be attached. it clicks. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Seats and Restraints 75 Position the release button on the 7. Before placing a child in the child buckle, away from the child restraint, so restraint, make sure it is securely held in that the seat belt could be quickly place. To check, grasp the child restraint unbuckled if necessary. at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbag is off, the OFF indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the the ON indicator is lit, see “If the On child restraint, pull the shoulder portion Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under of the belt to tighten the lap portion of Passenger Sensing System 0 55. the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the into the retractor. When installing a 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of vehicle seat belt and let it return to the forward-facing child restraint, it may be the retractor to set the lock. When the stowed position. helpful to use your knee to push down retractor lock is set, the belt can be on the child restraint as you tighten tightened but not pulled out of the the belt. retractor. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

76 Storage Storage Storage Compartments Sunglasses Storage Storage Compartments { Warning Storage Compartments ...... 76 Do not store heavy or sharp objects in Glove Box ...... 76 storage compartments. In a crash, these Sunglasses Storage ...... 76 objects may cause the cover to open and Armrest Storage ...... 77 could result in injury. Rear Storage ...... 77 Center Console Storage ...... 77 Glove Box Additional Storage Features Shopping Bag Hooks ...... 78 Cargo Tie-Downs ...... 78 Cargo Management System ...... 79 Roof Rack System If equipped, sunglasses storage is on the overhead console. Press the fixed button on Roof Rack System ...... 81 the cover and release to access.

To open, press the button. Close the glove box manually. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Storage 77 Armrest Storage Rear Storage Center Console Storage

If equipped, the rear seat armrest may have There is storage in the floor of the rear The center console has storage under the cupholders. Pull the armrest down to access cargo area. Lift the handle to access the armrest. Pull up the latch and lift to open. the cupholders. cargo management system. The center console also has the following: . A forward bin . An open or covered storage bin on the back of the console Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

78 Storage Rear Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie-Downs Shopping Bag Hooks

If equipped with storage in the back center Two cargo tie-downs are located in the rear console, pull the handle to access. compartment of the vehicle. The tie-downs There is a shopping bag hook on each side can be used to secure small loads. of the rear cargo area. Press the hook to open. The maximum weight per hook is 5 kg (11 lb). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Storage 79 Cargo Management System Lift the load floor to access the cargo management system.

To install the load floor hook into the holder: The cargo management system is used to organize storage in the cargo area. Remove the load floor hook from the holder and hook to the weatherstrip above. When done, return the load floor hook to the holder.

1. Insert one side of the load floor hook into the holder. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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2. Push down on the other side of the load Cargo Management System Unlock Cargo Management System Lock floor hook to lock into place. Cargo Management System Installation 4. Turn both knobs to the lock position. Rail and Divider Option 1. Turn both knobs to the unlock position. Cargo Management System Removal 2. Press the buttons and slide the divider 1. Turn both knobs to the unlock position. along the rail to the desired position 2. Press one button and pull up on that until it clicks into place. side to remove. 3. Make sure the divider is locked into 3. Repeat step 2 to remove the other side. place in the rail grooves. 4. Store the divider outside of the vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Roof Rack System Caution (Continued) the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when always load cargo so that it rests evenly loading the vehicle. For more information on { Warning between the crossrails and does not block vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle If something is carried on top of the the vehicle lamps or windows. Fasten the Load Limits 0 197. vehicle that is longer or wider than the cargo securely. roof rack — like paneling, plywood, or a mattress — the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item being carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle. Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier.

If equipped, the roof rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have crossrails included, GM certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your To prevent damage or loss of cargo when dealer. driving, check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo Caution on the roof rack will make the vehicle’s Loading cargo on the roof rack that center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, weighs more than 100 kg (220 lb) or sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, hangs over the rear or sides of the or abrupt maneuvers; otherwise it may vehicle may damage the vehicle. Do not result in loss of control. If driving for a long load cargo exceeding 100 kg (220 lbs) and distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, (Continued) occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

82 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...... 99 Driver Information Center (DIC) Instruments and Controls Charging System Light ...... 100 (Uplevel) ...... 110 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Controls Engine Light) ...... 100 Vehicle Messages Steering Wheel Adjustment ...... 83 Brake System Warning Light ...... 101 Vehicle Messages ...... 113 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 83 Electric Parking Brake Light ...... 102 Engine Power Messages ...... 113 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 83 Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 102 Vehicle Speed Messages ...... 113 Horn ...... 84 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 84 Vehicle Personalization Light ...... 102 Vehicle Personalization ...... 113 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...... 85 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 103 Compass ...... 85 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light ...... 103 Universal Remote System Clock ...... 86 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 103 Universal Remote System ...... 117 Power Outlets ...... 86 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator ...... 104 Universal Remote System Wireless Charging ...... 87 Traction Off Light ...... 104 Programming ...... 117 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 104 Universal Remote System Operation . . . 119 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Traction Control System (TCS)/ Indicators ...... 89 StabiliTrak Light ...... 104 Instrument Cluster (Base and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Midlevel) ...... 90 Light ...... 105 Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) ...... 93 Tire Pressure Light ...... 105 Speedometer ...... 94 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...... 105 Odometer ...... 94 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 106 Trip Odometer ...... 95 Security Light ...... 106 Tachometer ...... 95 High-Beam On Light ...... 106 Fuel Gauge ...... 95 Lamps On Reminder ...... 107 Engine Oil Temperature Gauge ...... 96 Cruise Control Light ...... 107 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . 96 Door Ajar Light ...... 107 Voltmeter Gauge ...... 97 Information Displays Seat Belt Reminders ...... 98 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Airbag Readiness Light ...... 98 and Midlevel) ...... 107 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 83 Controls Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel Heated Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment

If equipped, the control is on the left side of ( : If equipped, press to turn the heated the steering column. steering wheel on or off. A light next to the To adjust the steering wheel: . Push the control up or down to tilt the button displays when the feature is steering wheel up or down. 1. Pull the lever down. turned on. . Push the control forward or rearward to The steering wheel takes about 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. move the steering wheel toward the front three minutes to start heating. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or or rear of the vehicle. away from you. If equipped with a remote start heated Do not adjust the steering wheel while steering wheel, the heated steering wheel 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering driving. wheel in place. may turn on automatically in remote start Steering Wheel Controls along with the heated seats when it is cold Do not adjust the steering wheel while outside. The heated steering wheel indicator driving. The infotainment system can be operated light may not come on. See Heated and by using the steering wheel controls. See Ventilated Front Seats 0 40 and Steering Wheel Controls 0 130. Vehicle Personalization 0 113. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

84 Instruments and Controls Horn INT : Move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn the band up for more frequent { Warning Press a on the steering wheel pad to wipes or down for less frequent wipes. In freezing weather, do not use the sound the horn. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice Windshield Wiper/Washer 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the on the windshield, blocking your vision. wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. f : Pull the windshield wiper lever { Warning toward you to spray windshield washer fluid Before driving the vehicle, always clear and activate the windshield wipers. The snow and ice from the hood, windshield, wipers will continue until the lever is roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all released or the maximum wash time is lamps and windows. Reduced visibility With the ignition on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, reached. When the windshield wiper lever is move the windshield wiper lever to select released, additional wipes may occur from snow and ice buildup could lead to the wiper speed. depending on how long the windshield a crash. HI : Use for fast wipes. washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 272 for information on filling the Wiper Parking LO : Use for slow wipes. windshield washer fluid reservoir. If the ignition is turned off while the wipers Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades are on LO, HI, or INT, they will and windshield before using them. If frozen immediately stop. to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw If the windshield wiper lever is then moved them. Damaged blades should be replaced. to OFF before the driver door is opened or See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 276. within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper and move to the base of the windshield. motor. See Electrical System Overload 0 279. If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 85 Rear Window Wiper/Washer Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Protection Rear Camera Washer When using an automatic car wash, move the rear wiper control to OFF to disable the rear wiper. In some vehicles, if the transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the rear wiper will automatically park. The wiper operations return to normal when If equipped, push the windshield wiper lever The rear window wiper/washer controls are the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) forward to spray washer fluid on the rear on the end of the windshield wiper lever. or the vehicle speed has increased. camera lens. The lever returns to its starting Turn the controls to adjust the setting. Reverse Gear Wipes position when released. See Rear Camera 0 OFF : Turns the wiper off. If the rear wiper control is off, the rear Mirror 26. INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a delay wiper will automatically operate Compass between wipes. continuously when the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and the front windshield wiper is The vehicle may have a compass display on ON : Turns on the rear wiper. performing low or high speed wipes. If the the Driver Information Center (DIC). The 1 : Push the windshield wiper lever rear wiper control is off, the vehicle is in compass receives its heading and other forward to spray washer fluid on the rear R (Reverse), and the front windshield wiper information from the Global Positioning window. The wipers will clear the rear is performing interval wipes, then the rear System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/Electronic window and either stop or return to your wiper automatically performs interval wipes. Stability Control (ESC), and vehicle speed preset speed. For more washer cycles, press This feature can be turned on or off. See information. and hold the lever. Vehicle Personalization 0 113. The compass system is designed to operate The rear window wiper/washer will not The windshield washer reservoir is used for for a certain number of miles or degrees of operate if the liftgate is open or ajar. If the the windshield and the rear window. Check turn before needing a signal from the GPS liftgate is opened while the rear wiper is on, the fluid level in the reservoir if either satellites. When the compass display shows the wiper returns to the parked position and washer is not working. See Washer Fluid CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in stops. 0 272. an open area where it can receive a GPS Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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signal. The compass system will Caution automatically determine when a GPS signal { Warning is restored and provide a heading again. Power is always supplied to the rear Hanging heavy equipment from the cargo power outlet. Do not leave power outlet can cause damage not Clock electrical equipment plugged in when the covered by the vehicle warranty. The Set the time and date using the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle power outlets are designed for accessory infotainment system. See "Time / Date" could catch fire and cause injury or power plugs only, such as cell phone under Settings 0 164. death. charge cords. Power Outlets Power Outlet 110-V/120-V Alternating Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Current Caution Current Leaving electrical equipment plugged in The vehicle is equipped with 12-volt outlets If equipped, this power outlet it can be used that can be used to plug in electrical for an extended period of time while the to plug in electrical equipment that uses a equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 ignition is off will drain the battery. maximum limit of 150 watts. player. Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment The power outlets are located: that exceeds the maximum 15 amp . Inside the center console storage rating. compartment. . In the rear cargo area. Certain accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet Lift the cover to access the outlet and and could overload vehicle and adapter replace when not in use. fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your There are also charging only USB ports on dealer. the rear of the center console. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 252. The power outlet is on the rear of the center console. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 87 An indicator light on the outlet turns on to . Medical equipment The operating temperature is −20 °C (−4 °F) show it is in use. The light comes on when See High Voltage Devices and Wiring 0 279. to 60 °C (140 °F) for the charging system the ignition is on, equipment requiring less and 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, Wireless Charging smartphone. and no system fault is detected. If equipped, the vehicle has wireless { Warning The indicator light does not come on when charging in the storage bin in front of the the ignition is off or if the equipment is not floor console. The system operates at Remove all objects from the charging pad fully seated into the outlet. 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi before charging your compatible If equipment is connected using more than compatible smartphone. The power output smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys, 150 watts or a system fault is detected, a of the system is capable of charging at a rings, paper clips, or cards, between the protection circuit shuts off the power supply rate up to 3 amp (15W), as requested by the smartphone and charging pad will and the indicator light turns off. To reset compatible smartphone. See Radio become very hot. On the rare occasion the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back Frequency Statement 0 357. that the charging system does not detect in or turn the Retained Accessory Power an object, and the object gets wedged (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained { Warning between the smartphone and charger, 0 Accessory Power (RAP) 205. The power Wireless charging can affect the remove the smartphone and allow the restarts when equipment using 150 watts or operation of an implanted pacemaker or object to cool before removing it from less is plugged into the outlet and a system other medical devices. If you have one, it the charging pad, to prevent burns. fault is not detected. is recommended to consult with your The power outlet is not designed for the doctor before using the wireless charging following and may not work properly if they system. are plugged in: . Equipment with high initial peak wattage, The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, such as compressor-driven refrigerators or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be and electric power tools active. The wireless charging feature may . Other equipment requiring an extremely not correctly indicate charging when the stable power supply, such as vehicle is in RAP. See Retained Accessory 0 microcomputer-controlled electric blankets Power (RAP) 205. and touch sensor lamps Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

88 Instruments and Controls 3. A green $ will appear next to V on the Software Acknowledgements infotainment display. This indicates that Certain Wireless Charging Module product the phone is properly positioned and from LG Electronics, Inc. ("LGE") contains the charging. If $ turns yellow, ensure that open source software detailed below. Refer the charging pad is clear of any objects to the indicated open source licenses (as are and that the smartphone is capable of included following this notice) for the terms wireless charging before repositioning it. and conditions of their use. If $ does not illuminate, the smartphone OSS Notice Information may need to be repositioned. To obtain the source code that is contained The smartphone may become warm during in this product, please visit charging. This is normal. In warmer http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to temperatures, the speed of charging may be the source code, all referred license terms, To charge a smartphone: reduced. warranty disclaimers and copyright notices 1. Remove all objects from the charging $ are available for download. LG Electronics pad. The system may not charge if there If does not appear on the infotainment display: will also provide open source code to you are any objects between the smartphone on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of and charging pad. 1. Remove the smartphone from the pad performing such distribution (such as the 2. Place the smartphone face up on the and wait three seconds. cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon charging pad. 2. Turn the smartphone 180 degrees before email request to [email protected]. This To maximize the charge rate, ensure the placing/aligning the smartphone on the offer is valid for three (3) years from the smartphone is fully seated and centered pad again. date on which you purchased the product. in the holder with nothing under it. A thick smartphone case may prevent the wireless charger from working, or may reduce the charging performance. See your dealer for additional information. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 89 Freescale-WCT library THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE Warning Lights, Gauges, and Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights reserved. "AS IS" AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED Indicators WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED Warning lights and gauges can signal that 1. Redistributions of source code must TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF something is wrong before it becomes retain the above copyright notice, this MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A serious enough to cause an expensive repair list of conditions and the following PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN or replacement. Paying attention to the disclaimer. NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER warning lights and gauges could prevent 2. Redistributions in binary form must OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY injury. reproduce the above copyright notice, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, this list of conditions and the following EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some warning lights come on briefly when disclaimer in the documentation and/or (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, the engine is started to indicate they are other materials provided with the PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR working. When one of the warning lights distribution. SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; comes on and stays on while driving, 3. Neither the name of the copyright holder OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER or when one of the gauges shows there nor the names of its contributors may be CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, may be a problem, check the section that used to endorse or promote products WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs derived from this software without TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR can be costly and even dangerous. specific prior written permission. OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

90 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel)

Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the different items and displays. Press S to access the cluster applications. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z through the list of available applications. Base Level and Midlevel English Shown, Metric Similar Not all applications will be available on all vehicles. 1. Fuel Gauge 0 95 5. Tachometer 0 95 . Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be 2. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge viewed. See “Driver Information Center 0 96 Base Cluster Menu (DIC) (Base and Midlevel)” in the Index. 3. Speedometer 0 94 There is an interactive display area in the . Options 4. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base center of the instrument cluster. and Midlevel) 0 107 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 110 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 91 Options Midlevel Cluster Menu . Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be Press the thumbwheel to select the Options There is an interactive display area in the T viewed. See “Driver Information Center app, then press to enter the Options center of the instrument cluster. (DIC) (Base and Midlevel)” in the Index. menu. Use y or z to scroll through items . Audio in the Options menu. . Navigation Units : Press T while Units is displayed to . Phone enter the Units menu. Choose English or . Options Metric units by pressing the thumbwheel while the desired item is highlighted. Home Info Pages : Press T while Info Pages is Information displayed here can be displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and customized from the Options menu. select the items to be displayed in the Speedometer : Displays how fast the vehicle Info app. is moving in either kilometers per hour Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). allows you to set a speed not to be Use the right steering wheel control to open Speed Sign : Shows sign information, which exceeded. To set, press T when Speed and scroll through the different items and comes from a roadway database in the Warning is displayed. displays. onboard navigation, if equipped. Scroll y or z to adjust the value. Press Press S or T to change between the Time : Displays the current time. the thumbwheel to set the speed. cluster applications. Use the thumbwheel to Fuel Range : Displays the approximate Once the speed is set, this feature can be scroll y or z through the list of available distance the vehicle can be driven without turned off by pressing the thumbwheel features within each application. Not all refueling. The fuel range estimate is based while viewing this page. If the selected applications will be available on all vehicles. on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is Some may be temporarily restricted when over recent driving history and the amount displayed with a chime. the vehicle is off or in ACC/ACCESSORY. of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel . Home Page range cannot be reset. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

92 Instruments and Controls Audio Phone Home Page Options : Select the available elements to display. Not all elements will be In the Phone menu, if there is no active Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z available on all vehicles: Speedometer, phone call, view recent calls, scroll through through options, browse for music, select Active Safety, Speed Sign, Time, and Fuel contacts, select from the favorites, or change from favorites, or change the audio source. Range. In the main view, scroll to change the the phone source. If there is an active call, station or go to the next or previous track. mute the phone or switch to handset Speed Warning : Allows you to set a speed operation. not to be exceeded. To set, press the Navigation thumbwheel when Speed Warning is Options In the Navigation menu, if there is no active displayed. Use y or z to adjust the value. route, press the thumbwheel to access Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z Press the thumbwheel to set the speed. Recents or Favorites. If there is an active through items in the Options menu. Press Once the speed is set, this feature can be route, press the thumbwheel to cancel or the thumbwheel to select the item. Press S turned off by pressing the thumbwheel resume route guidance, mute or unmute to exit the item. while viewing this page. If the selected voice guidance, or access Recents or speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is Favorites. Units : Choose US or Metric units. A selected displayed with a chime. mark will be displayed next to the selected item. Software Information : Displays open source software information. Info Page Options : Select the items to be displayed in the Info app. A selected mark will be displayed next to the selected item. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 93 Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) Cluster Menu There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster.

Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the different items and displays. Uplevel English Standard Theme Shown, Metric Similar Press S to access the cluster applications. 0 Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z 1. Engine Oil Temperature Gauge 96 6. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base through the list of available applications. 0 0 2. Speedometer 94 and Midlevel) 107 or Press the thumbwheel to select. Not all 3. Voltmeter Gauge 0 97 Driver Information Center (DIC) applications will be available on all vehicles. (Uplevel) 0 110 4. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . Info App. This is where the selected Driver 0 7. Tachometer 0 95 96 Information Center (DIC) displays can be 5. Fuel Gauge 0 95 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

94 Instruments and Controls viewed. See Driver Information Center Navigation app. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 0 (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 107 or Press the thumbwheel to select the (Base and Midlevel) 107 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) T Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 110. Navigation app, then press to enter the 0 110. Navigation menu. If there is no active route, . Audio you can resume the last route and turn the Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display . Phone voice prompts on/off. If there is an active allows you to set a speed not to be . Navigation route, press the thumbwheel to cancel or exceeded. To set, press T when Speed . Options resume route guidance or turn the voice Warning is displayed. prompts on or off. Audio Scroll to set speed and press T. Scroll y Options Press the thumbwheel to select the Audio or z to adjust the value and press the app, then press T to enter the Audio menu. Press the thumbwheel to select the Options thumbwheel to set the speed. Once the In the Audio menu browse for music, select app, then press T to enter the Options speed is set, this feature can be turned off from the favorites, or change the audio menu. Use y or z to scroll through items by pressing the thumbwheel while viewing source. Use y or z to change the station in the Options menu. this page. If the selected speed limit is or go to the next or previous track. exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed Units : Press T while Units is displayed to with a chime. Phone enter the Units menu. Choose English or Software Information : Displays open source Metric units by pressing the thumbwheel Press the thumbwheel to select the Phone software information. while the desired item is highlighted. app, then press T to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no Display Themes : There are two instrument Speedometer active phone call, view recent calls, or scroll cluster display configurations to choose The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed through contacts. If there is an active call, from: Sport and Touring. in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or mute the phone or switch to handset Info Pages : Press T while Info Pages is miles per hour (mph). operation. displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and select the items to be displayed in the Info Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 95 Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 0 107 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 110.

Tachometer Metric Uplevel The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Metric Base and Midlevel With the Stop/Start system, when the ignition is on, the tachometer indicates the vehicle status. When pointing to AUTO STOP, the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move. The engine could auto start at any time. When the indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off. When the engine is on, the tachometer will indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm, during Auto Stop mode, when English Uplevel the engine is shutting off and restarting. English Base and Midlevel Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

96 Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge Engine Oil Temperature Gauge This gauge shows the engine oil indicates about how much fuel is left in temperature. the tank. If the gauge pointer moves into the high An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the end, it means that the engine oil has side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. overheated. If the vehicle has been operated When the indicator nears empty, the low under normal driving conditions, pull off the fuel light comes on. There is a small amount road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the of fuel left, but the fuel tank should be engine as soon as possible. filled soon. See Engine Oil 0 262. Here are three things that some owners ask Engine Coolant Temperature about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: Gauge . It takes a little more, or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, Metric the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more, or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. . The gauge moves a little while turning a corner, speeding up or braking. . The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off. Metric Base and Midlevel

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Instruments and Controls 97 Voltmeter Gauge

English Base and Midlevel English Uplevel

This gauge shows the engine coolant When the ignition is on, this gauge indicates temperature. the battery voltage. If the pointer moves toward the warning When the engine is running, this gauge area at the high end of the gauge, the shows the condition of the charging system. engine is too hot. The gauge can transition from a higher to If the engine coolant has overheated and lower or a lower to higher reading. This is the vehicle has been operating under normal normal. If the vehicle is operating outside driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the the normal operating range, the charging vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as system light comes on. See Charging System possible. See Engine Overheating 0 271. Light 0 100. Readings outside the normal operating Metric Uplevel range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. This condition is normal Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

98 Instruments and Controls since the charging system is not able to When the vehicle is started, this light Then the light stays on solid until the belt is provide full power at engine idle. As engine flashes and a chime may come on to remind buckled. This cycle continues several times if speeds are increased, this condition should the driver to fasten their seat belt. the front passenger remains or becomes correct itself as higher engine speeds allow Then the light stays on solid until the belt is unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. the charging system to create maximum buckled. This cycle may continue several If the front passenger seat belt is buckled, power. times if the driver remains or becomes neither the chime nor the light comes on. The vehicle can only be driven for a short unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. The front passenger seat belt reminder light time with the readings outside the normal If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the and chime may come on if an object is put operating range. If the vehicle must be light nor the chime comes on. on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, driven, turn off all accessories, such as the grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic radio and air conditioner, and unplug all Front Passenger Seat Belt Reminder device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chargers and accessories. Light chime, remove the object from the seat or Readings outside the normal operating The vehicle may have a front passenger seat buckle the seat belt. range indicate a possible problem in the belt reminder light near the passenger electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced airbag status indicator. See Passenger Airbag Readiness Light as soon as possible. Sensing System 0 55. This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system Seat Belt Reminders check includes the airbag sensor(s), the Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the There is a driver seat belt reminder light on crash sensing and diagnostic module. For the instrument cluster. more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System 0 50. When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their seat belt. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 99 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word OFF, and the off symbol, are lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. means that the passenger sensing system 0 See Passenger Sensing System 55 for has turned off the front outboard passenger important safety information. The overhead frontal airbag. console has a passenger airbag status indicator. If, after several seconds, both status The airbag readiness light comes on for indicator lights remain on, or if there are no several seconds when the vehicle is started. lights at all, there may be a problem with If the light does not come on then, have it the lights or the passenger sensing system. fixed immediately. See your dealer for service.

{ Warning { Warning If the airbag readiness light stays on If the airbag readiness light ever comes after the vehicle is started or comes on When the vehicle is started, the passenger on and stays on, it means that while driving, it means the airbag system airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, something may be wrong with the airbag might not be working properly. The and the symbols for on and off, for several system. To help avoid injury to yourself airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in seconds as a system check. Then, after or others, have the vehicle serviced right a crash, or they could even inflate several more seconds, the status indicator away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 98 without a crash. To help avoid injury, will light either ON or OFF, and either the for more information, including important have the vehicle serviced right away. on or off symbol, to let you know the safety information. status of the front outboard passenger If there is a problem with the airbag frontal airbag. system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) If the word ON, and the on symbol, are lit message may also come on. on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

100 Instruments and Controls

Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp Caution (Continued) (Check Engine Light) run smoothly. This could lead to costly This light is part of the vehicle’s emission repairs that might not be covered by the control on-board diagnostic system. If this vehicle warranty. light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should Caution The charging system light comes on briefly come on to show that it is working when Modifications to the engine, transmission, when the ignition is turned on, but the the ignition is in Service Mode. See Ignition exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the engine is not running, as a check to show Positions 0 200. use of replacement tires that do not the light is working. It should go out when meet the original tire specifications, can the engine is started. cause this light to come on. This could If the light stays on, or comes on while lead to costly repairs not covered by the driving, there may be a problem with the vehicle warranty. This could also affect electrical charging system. Have it checked the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions by your dealer. Driving while this light is on Inspection/Maintenance test. See 0 could drain the battery. Malfunctions are often indicated by the Accessories and Modifications 254. When this light comes on, or is flashing, the system before any problem is noticeable. If the light is flashing : A malfunction has Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays Being aware of the light and seeking service been detected that could damage the a message. promptly when it comes on may prevent damage. emission control system and increase vehicle If a short distance must be driven with the emissions. Diagnosis and service may be light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, Caution required. such as the radio and air conditioner. Find a To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle safe place to stop the vehicle. If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on, the emission control system speed and avoid hard accelerations and may not work as well, the fuel economy uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the may be lower, and the vehicle may not amount of cargo being hauled as soon as (Continued) possible. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 101 If the light continues to flash, find a safe Emissions Inspection and Maintenance . Critical emission control systems have not place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait Programs been completely diagnosed. If this at least 10 seconds before restarting the happens, the vehicle would not be ready engine. If the light is still flashing, follow If the vehicle requires an Emissions for inspection and might require the previous guidelines and see your dealer Inspection/Maintenance test, the test several days of routine driving before the for service as soon as possible. equipment will likely connect to the system is ready for inspection. This can vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC). happen if the 12-volt battery has recently If the light is on steady : A malfunction has been replaced or run down, or if the been detected. Diagnosis and service may be vehicle has been recently serviced. required. See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass Check the following: or cannot be made ready for the test. . If fuel has been added to the vehicle using the capless fuel funnel adapter, Brake System Warning Light make sure that it has been removed. See “Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can” The DLC is under the instrument panel to under Filling the Tank 0 240. The the left of the steering wheel. Connecting diagnostic system can detect if the devices that are not used to perform an adapter has been left installed in the Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment the atmosphere. A few driving trips with Metric English the adapter removed may turn off the 0 252. See your dealer if assistance is light. needed. This light should come on briefly when the . Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient The vehicle may not pass inspection if: vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on engine operation and poor driveability, . The light is on when the engine is then, have it fixed so it will be ready to which may go away once the engine is running. warn you if there is a problem. warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel . The light does not come on when the brand. It may require at least one full If the light comes on and stays on at start ignition is in Service Mode. tank of the proper fuel to turn the light up, there is a brake problem. Have the brake off. See Recommended Fuel 0 239. system inspected right away. If the light remains on, see your dealer. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

102 Instruments and Controls If the light comes on while driving, pull off have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if the road and stop carefully. The brake pedal there is a problem. For vehicles with the might be harder to push, or the brake pedal reconfigurable cluster, this light may not may go closer to the floor. It could take come on when the vehicle is started. longer to stop. If the light is still on, have If this light stays on, the vehicle should be the vehicle towed for service. See Towing 0 taken to a dealer as soon as possible. See the Vehicle 320. English Uplevel Electric Parking Brake 0 211. A message may also display in the Driver Information This light comes on when the parking brake { Warning Center (DIC). is applied. If the light continues flashing The brake system might not be working after the parking brake is released, or while Antilock Brake System (ABS) properly if the brake system warning driving, there is a problem with the Electric light is on. Driving with the brake system Parking Brake system. A message may also Warning Light warning light on can lead to a crash. display in the Driver Information If the light is still on after the vehicle has Center (DIC). been pulled off the road and carefully If the light does not come on, or remains stopped, have the vehicle towed for flashing, see your dealer. service. Service Electric Parking Brake Electric Parking Brake Light Light This warning light should come on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the light comes on while driving, safely stop as soon as it is possible and turn off Metric English Base Level the vehicle. Then turn on the vehicle again to reset the system. On some vehicles the service electric parking brake light should come on briefly when the vehicle is started. If it does not come on, Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 103 If the ABS warning light stays on, or comes Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light Vehicle Ahead Indicator on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. A chime may also sound when the light stays on. If the ABS warning light is the only light on, the vehicle has regular brakes, but ABS is not functioning.

If both the ABS warning light and the brake After the vehicle is started, this light turns If equipped, this indicator will display green system warning light are on, ABS is not off and stays off if LKA has not been turned when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber functioning and there is a problem with the on or is unavailable. when you are following a vehicle ahead regular brakes. See your dealer for service. much too closely. 0 If equipped, this light is white if LKA is See Brake System Warning Light 101. turned on, but not ready to assist. This light See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System Tow/Haul Mode Light is green if LKA is turned on and is ready to 0 230. assist. FCA/ACC Following Gap Light LKA may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking. The LKA light is amber when assisting. This light flashes amber as a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert, to indicate that the For vehicles with the Tow/Haul Mode lane marking has been crossed. feature, this light comes on when the Tow/ If equipped, this light indicates the following Haul Mode has been activated. LKA will not assist or alert if the turn signal gap setting (near, medium, or far) for FCA, is active in the direction of lane departure, See Tow/Haul Mode 0 210. and, if equipped, Adaptive Cruise or if LKA detects that you are accelerating, Control (ACC). braking, or actively steering. See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 237. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

104 Instruments and Controls Pedestrian Ahead Indicator The traction off light comes on when the If ESC and TCS are off, the systems do not Traction Control System (TCS) has been assist in controlling the vehicle. Adjust turned off. If StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability driving accordingly. Control (ESC) is turned off, TCS is also turned off. To turn TCS and ESC off and on, Traction Control System (TCS)/ see Traction Control/Electronic Stability StabiliTrak Light Control 0 213. If TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited unless If equipped, this indicator will display amber necessary to help protect the driveline from when a nearby pedestrian is detected in damage. Adjust driving accordingly. front of the vehicle. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System StabiliTrak OFF Light 0 234. This light comes on briefly when the vehicle Traction Off Light is turned on. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. This light comes on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If the light does not come on, If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. and potentially the StabiliTrak/ESC system are not fully operational and may not assist This light comes on briefly when the vehicle If the system is working normally, the in maintaining control. Adjust driving is turned on. If it does not, have the vehicle indicator light then turns off. accordingly. If the condition persists, see serviced by your dealer. If the system is This light comes on when the StabiliTrak/ your dealer as soon as possible. A Driver working normally, the indicator light then Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is Information Center (DIC) message may turns off. turned off. If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, the display. Traction Control System (TCS) is also off. To turn ESC off and on, see Traction Control/ The light flashes when the TCS and/or the Electronic Stability Control 0 213. StabiliTrak/ESC system is actively working. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 105 See Traction Control/Electronic Stability If this happens, pull over and turn off the When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Control 0 213. engine as soon as possible. See Engine Steady Overheating 0 271. Engine Coolant Temperature If the light flashes for about a minute and Tire Pressure Light then stays on, there may be a problem with Warning Light the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 297. Engine Oil Pressure Light Oil pressure can vary with engine speed, This light comes on briefly while starting For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor outside temperature, and oil viscosity. the vehicle. System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly On some models, the oil pump will vary when the engine is started. It provides If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by engine oil pressure according to engine information about tire pressures and needs. Oil pressure may change quickly as your dealer. If the system is working the TPMS. normally the indicator light goes off. the engine speed or load varies. This is When the Light Is On Steady normal. If the oil pressure warning light or Driver Information Center (DIC) message Caution This indicates that one or more of the tires indicates oil pressure outside the normal are significantly underinflated. The engine coolant temperature warning operating range, check the vehicle's oil as light indicates that the vehicle has A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire soon as possible. overheated. Driving with this light on can pressure message may also display. Stop as damage the engine and it may not be soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the Caution covered by the vehicle warranty. See pressure value shown on the Tire and Lack of proper engine oil maintenance 0 Engine Overheating 271. Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure can damage the engine. Driving with the 0 294. engine oil low can also damage the The engine coolant temperature warning engine. The repairs would not be covered light comes on when the engine has (Continued) overheated. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution (Continued) Low Fuel Warning Light If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil theft-deterrent system. See Immobilizer level as soon as possible. Add oil if Operation 0 24. required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is High-Beam On Light still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. A Low Fuel Warning Light near the fuel gauge comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. It also comes on when the fuel gauge indicator nears empty. The light turns off This light comes on when the high-beam when fuel is added. If it does not, have the headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/ vehicle serviced. Low-Beam Changer 0 122.

This light should come on briefly as the Security Light IntelliBeam Light engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem. See your dealer. The security light should come on briefly as This light comes on when the IntelliBeam the engine is started. If it does not come on, system, if equipped, is enabled. See Exterior have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Lamp Controls 0 121. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 107 Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info App. See Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel) 0 90 This light comes on when the exterior lamps This light is white when the Adaptive Cruise or are in use, except when only the Daytime Control (ACC, if equipped) is on and ready, Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 93. The Running Lamps (DRL) are active. See Exterior and turns green when the ACC is set and displays show the status of many vehicle Lamp Controls 0 121. active. See Adaptive Cruise Control systems. (Advanced) 0 217. Cruise Control Light Door Ajar Light

The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns This light comes on when a door is open or green when the cruise control is set and not securely latched. Before driving, check active. See Cruise Control 0 215. that all doors are properly closed. S or T : Press to move left or right between the interactive display zones in the cluster. Press the thumbwheel to select. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

108 Instruments and Controls y or z : Use the thumbwheel to scroll up 2. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z Trip 1 or Trip 2 : Shows the current distance or down in a list. Press the thumbwheel to to the Info Page Options and press the traveled, in either kilometers (km) or select. thumbwheel. miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last reset. Base Level Info Page Options 3. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z through the list of possible information If equipped, shows the average fuel The info pages on the DIC can be turned on displays. economy since the last reset. This number or off through the Options menu. reflects only the approximate average fuel 4. Press the thumbwheel while an item is economy that the vehicle has right now, 1. Press S to access the cluster highlighted to select or deselect applications. and will change as driving conditions that item. change. The average fuel economy can be 2. Use the thumbwheel to scroll y or z Info Pages displayed as mpg, km/L, or L/100km where to the Options application. applicable. The following is the list of all possible DIC 3. Press the thumbwheel to enter the If equipped, shows the average speed since Options menu. info page displays. Some may not be available for your particular vehicle. Some the last reset. This number reflects only the 4. Scroll to Info Pages and press T. items may not be turned on by default but approximate average speed that the vehicle can be turned on through the Options app. has, and will change as driving conditions 5. Scroll y or z to move through the list change. Average speed can be displayed of possible information displays. See “Info Page Options” earlier in this section. as mph or km/h where applicable. 6. Press the thumbwheel while an item is Press the thumbwheel while this display is highlighted to select or deselect Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either active to show a confirmation window to that item. kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). If equipped, press the reset all values to zero. Use S or T to Midlevel Info Page Options thumbwheel to open the menu and select to select yes or no and press the thumbwheel. The info pages on the DIC can be turned on display speed limit signs. The sign will show Fuel Information or Fuel Range : Shows the or off through the Options menu. “− −” when there is no detected speed limit approximate distance the vehicle can be or the system is unavailable. 1. Press S or T to scroll to the Options driven without refueling. LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. application. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 109 recent driving history and the amount of CHANGE message displays, the engine air the bar graph is a running average of fuel fuel remaining in the fuel tank. If equipped, filter should be replaced at the time of the economy for the most recently traveled also shows the instantaneous fuel economy. next oil change. When the REPLACE SOON selected distance. Displayed below the bar Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the oil's message displays, the engine air filter graph is the best average fuel economy that remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE should be replaced at the earliest has been achieved for the selected distance. 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the convenience. The selected distance is displayed at the top current oil life remains. The Air Filter Life display must be reset after of the page as “last xxx mi/km.” the engine air filter replacement. To reset, Press the thumbwheel to select the distance When the remaining oil life is low, the 0 CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will see Engine Air Filter Life System 265. or reset best value. Use y or z to choose appear on the display. The oil should be Tire Pressure : Shows the approximate the distance and press the thumbwheel. changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is Scroll y or z to select Reset Best Score. 0 262. In addition to the engine oil life displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in Press the thumbwheel to reset the best system monitoring the oil life, additional pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure average fuel economy. After reset, the best maintenance is recommended. See is low, the value for that tire is shown in value displays “-,-” until the selected Maintenance Schedule 0 332. amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System distance has been traveled. 0 296 and The Oil Life display must be reset after each The display provides information on how Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 297. oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not current driving behavior affects the running reset the Oil Life display at any time other Average Speed : Displays the average average and how well recent driving than when the oil has just been changed. vehicle speed of the vehicle in kilometers compares to the best that has been It cannot be reset accurately until the next per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). achieved for the selected distance. oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil Life This average is based on the various vehicle Follow Distance/Gap Setting : If equipped, System 0 264. speeds recorded since the last reset. Reset the current follow time to the vehicle ahead the average speed by pressing the Air Filter Life : Shows an estimate of the is displayed as a time value on this page. thumbwheel while this display is active to engine air filter’s remaining useful life and When Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) has show a confirmation window to select yes the state of the system. Engine Air Filter Life been engaged, the display switches to the or no and press the thumbwheel. 95% means 95% of the current air filter life gap setting page. This page shows the remains. Messages will display based on the Fuel Economy : The center displays the current gap setting along with the vehicle engine air filter life and the state of the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as ahead indicator. system. When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL a number and bar graph. Displayed above Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

110 Instruments and Controls Driver Assistance : If equipped, shows Press the thumbwheel while this display is Driver Information Center (DIC) information for Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Lane active to toggle Speed Limit sign on or off. (Uplevel) Departure Warning (LDW), and Forward Speed limit signs in your vehicle display Collision Alert (FCA). may vary from actual road speed depending The DIC displays are shown in the center of Economy Trend : Shows history of the on the version of your current the instrument cluster in the Info app. See Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel) Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km navigation map. 0 (30 mi). Each bar represents about 5 km 90 or Battery Voltage : Displays the current Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 93. The (3 mi) of driving. During driving the bars will battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage shift to always reflect the most recent displays show the status of many vehicle changes are normal while driving. See systems. distance on the right side. Press the Charging System Light 0 100. If there is a thumbwheel to open the menu while this problem with the battery charging system, a display is active to clear the graph. Select DIC will display a message. yes or no and press the thumbwheel. Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is displayed in Timer : This display can be used as a timer. either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per To start the timer, press the thumbwheel to square inch (psi). Oil pressure can vary with open the menu while this display is active. engine speed, outside temperature, and oil Use y or z to select Start Timer or Reset. viscosity. On some models, the oil pump will Press the thumbwheel. To stop the timer, vary engine oil pressure according to engine press the thumbwheel while this display is needs. Oil pressure may change quickly as active. The display will show the amount of the engine speed or load varies. This is time that has passed since the timer was normal. If the oil pressure warning light or last reset. DIC message indicates oil pressure outside Speed Limit : Shows sign information, which the normal operating range, check the S or T : Press to move left or right comes from a roadway database in the vehicle's oil as soon as possible. between the interactive display zones in the onboard navigation, if equipped. The sign Coolant Temperature : Displays the coolant cluster. Press the thumbwheel to select. will show “− −” when there is no detected temperature in degrees Celsius (°C) or or : Use the thumbwheel to scroll up speed limit or the system is unavailable. y z degrees Fahrenheit (°F). or down in a list. Press the thumbwheel to select. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 111 Info Page Options Trip A or Trip B, Average Fuel Economy, and Fuel Range and Instantaneous Fuel Average Speed : Shows the current distance Economy : Shows the approximate distance The info pages on the DIC can be turned on traveled, in either kilometers (km) or the vehicle can be driven without refueling. or off through the Options menu. miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is 1. Press T to scroll to the Options reset. low on fuel. The fuel range estimate is application. The Average Fuel Economy display shows based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the 2. Scroll or to choose Info pages and the approximate average liters per y z amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. press the thumbwheel. 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated The Instantaneous Fuel Economy display 3. Scroll or to move through the list y z based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) shows the current fuel economy in either of possible information displays. recorded since the last time this menu item liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles 4. Press the thumbwheel while an item is was reset. This number reflects only the per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only highlighted to select or deselect approximate average fuel economy that the the approximate fuel economy that the that item. vehicle has right now, and will change as vehicle has right now and changes Info Pages driving conditions change. frequently as driving conditions change. The Average Speed display shows the Timer and Fuel Used : Can be used as a The following is the list of all possible DIC average speed of the vehicle in kilometers timer. To start the timer, press the info page displays. Some may not be per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). thumbwheel while this display is active. The available for your particular vehicle. Some This average is calculated based on the display will show the amount of time that items may not be turned on by default but various vehicle speeds recorded since the has passed since the timer was last reset. To can be turned on through the Options app. last reset of this value. stop the timer, press the thumbwheel See “Info Page Options” earlier in this briefly while this display is active and the section. Press and hold the thumbwheel while this display is active to reset the trip odometer, timer is running. To reset the timer to zero, Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either the average fuel economy, and the average press and hold the thumbwheel while this kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per T display is active. hour (mph). The vehicle odometer is also speed. Or press and select reset in the menu. This also shows the number of liters (L) or shown on this page. gallons (gal) of fuel used since the last reset of this menu item. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

112 Instruments and Controls Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the oil's message displays, the engine air filter Top Consumers : Shows a list of the features remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE should be replaced at the earliest that are currently impacting the fuel 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the convenience. economy, in order from highest to lowest. current oil life remains. The Air Filter Life display must be reset after If a feature is turned off, it will be removed When the remaining oil life is low, the the engine air filter replacement. To reset, from the list. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will see Engine Air Filter Life System 0 265. Economy Trend : Shows history of the appear on the display. The oil should be Tire Pressure : Shows the approximate Average Fuel Economy from the last 50 km changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil (30 mi). Each bar represents about 5 km 0 pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is 262. In addition to the engine oil life displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in (3 mi) of driving. During driving the bars will system monitoring the oil life, additional pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure shift to always reflect the most recent maintenance is recommended. See is low, the value for that tire is shown in distance on the right side. Press and hold Maintenance Schedule 0 332. the thumbwheel to clear the graph or press amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System T The Oil Life display must be reset after each 0 296 and to reset through the menu. oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not to Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 297. Speed Signs : Shows sign information, which reset the Oil Life display at any time other Best Fuel Economy : Displays average fuel comes from a roadway database in the than when the oil has just been changed. economy, the best fuel economy over the onboard navigation. It cannot be reset accurately until the next selected distance, and a bar graph showing Off Road : Displays vehicle pitch and roll oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil Life instantaneous fuel economy. information, road wheel angle, and System 0 264. T four-wheel drive (4WD) status. Air Filter Life : Shows an estimate of the Press to change the selected distance. Press and hold the thumbwheel while this Following Distance : The following distance engine air filter’s remaining useful life and to a moving vehicle ahead in your path is the state of the system. Engine Air Filter Life display is active to reset the best fuel economy and average fuel economy. This indicated in following time in seconds. See 95% means 95% of the current air filter life Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 230. remains. Messages will display based on the display can also be reset by selecting reset engine air filter life and the state of the in the menu. Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge : system. When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL Shows the temperature of the automatic CHANGE message displays, the engine air transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius filter should be replaced at the time of the (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). next oil change. When the REPLACE SOON Blank Page : Shows no information. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 113 Vehicle Messages . Driver Assistance Systems Under certain operating conditions, . Cruise Control propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting Messages displayed on the Driver . Lighting and Bulb Replacement after the ignition has been off for Information Center (DIC) indicate the status 30 seconds. . Wiper/Washer Systems of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple . Doors and Windows Vehicle Speed Messages messages may appear one after another. . Seat Belts SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH) The messages that do not require . Airbag Systems immediate action can be acknowledged and . Engine and Transmission This message shows that the vehicle speed cleared by pressing the thumbwheel. The . Tire Pressure has been limited to the speed displayed. The limited speed is a protection for various messages that require immediate action . Battery cannot be cleared until that action is propulsion and vehicle systems, such as performed. Engine Power Messages lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension, Teen Driver if equipped, or tires. All messages should be taken seriously; ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED clearing the message does not correct the problem. This message displays when the vehicle's Vehicle Personalization propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in The following are all possible vehicle If a SERVICE message appears, see your propulsion power can affect the vehicle's dealer. personalization features. Depending on the ability to accelerate. If this message is on, vehicle, some may not be available. Follow the instructions given in the but there is no observed reduction in messages. The system displays messages performance, proceed to your destination. For System, Apps, and Personal features and 0 regarding the following topics: Under certain conditions the performance functions, see Settings 164. . Service Messages may be reduced the next time the vehicle is To access the vehicle personalization menu: driven. The vehicle may be driven while this . Fluid Levels 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home message is on, but maximum acceleration Page of the infotainment display. . Vehicle Security and speed may be reduced. Anytime this . Brakes message stays on, or displays repeatedly, 2. Touch Vehicle to display a list of . Steering the vehicle should be taken to your dealer available options. . Ride Control Systems for service as soon as possible. 3. Touch to select the desired feature setting. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

114 Instruments and Controls 4. Touch 9 or R to turn a feature off or on. Auto Cooled Seats Collision/Detection Systems 5. Touch z to go to the top level of the When enabled, this feature will Touch and the following may display: Settings menu. automatically activate ventilated seats at . Alert Type the level required by the interior . Forward Collision System The menu may contain the following: temperature. See Heated and Ventilated 0 . Front Pedestrian Detection Rear Seat Reminder Front Seats 40. . Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier Touch Off or On. This allows for a chime and a message when . Lane Change Alert the rear door has been opened before or Auto Heated Seats . Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols during operation of the vehicle. When enabled, this feature will . Rear Cross Traffic Alert Touch Off or On. automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the interior Alert Type Climate and Air Quality temperature. The auto heated seats can be This feature will set the type of alert Touch and the following may display: turned off by using the heated seat buttons received from the driver assistance systems . Auto Fan Speed on the center console. See Heated and to help avoid crashes, either Beeps or Safety Ventilated Front Seats 0 40. Alert Seat vibration pulses. . Auto Cooled Seats . Auto Heated Seats Touch Off or On. Touch Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. . Auto Defog Auto Defog Forward Collision System . Auto Rear Defog This setting automatically turns the front This setting can alert of a potential crash Auto Fan Speed defogger on when the engine is started. with a detected vehicle ahead and can apply brakes to help reduce a collision’s severity. This setting specifies the amount of airflow Touch Off or On. when the climate control fan setting is Auto Rear Defog Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Auto Fan. This setting automatically turns the rear Front Pedestrian Detection Touch Low, Medium, or High. defogger on when the engine is started. This feature may help avoid or reduce the Touch Off or On. harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 115 See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System Rear Cross Traffic Alert Reverse Tilt Mirror 0 234. This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Alert When on, the driver, passenger, or both Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. feature to be turned on or off. See driver and passenger outside mirrors will tilt Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing downward when the vehicle is shifted into 0 227. R (Reverse) to improve visibility of the This setting determines if an alert will Touch Off or On. ground near the rear wheels. They may appear when Adaptive Cruise Control brings move from their tilted position when the the vehicle to a complete stop and the Comfort and Convenience vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) or vehicle ahead of you starts moving again. turned off. See Reverse Tilt Mirrors 0 26. See Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) Touch and the following may display: 0 217. . Chime Volume Touch Off, On - Driver and Passenger, On - Driver, or On - Passenger. Touch Off or On. . Hands Free Liftgate/Trunk Control . Reverse Tilt Mirror Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Lane Change Alert . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear When on and the front wiper is on, the rear The LCA system is a lane-changing aid that Chime Volume wiper will automatically activate when the assists drivers with avoiding lane change vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse). crashes. See Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 236. This determines the chime volume level. Touch Off or On. When Lane Change Alert is disabled, Side Touch the controls on the infotainment Blind Zone Alert is also disabled. display to adjust the volume. Lighting Touch Off or On. Hands Free Liftgate/Trunk Control Touch and the following may display: Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols The liftgate may be operated with a kicking . Vehicle Locator Lights . Exit Lighting This setting enables the Rear Camera Park motion under the rear bumper between the Assist Symbols. See Assistance Systems for left exhaust pipe and the license plate. See Vehicle Locator Lights Liftgate 0 18. Parking or Backing 0 227. This feature will flash the exterior lamps and Touch Off or On. Touch Off, On-Open and Close, allows some of the exterior lamps and most or On-Open Only. of the interior lamps to turn on briefly when K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

116 Instruments and Controls Touch Off or On. Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Exit Lighting When on, this feature will delay the locking This allows selection of what type of This allows the selection of how long the of the doors. To override the delay, press feedback is given when locking the vehicle exterior lamps stay on when leaving the the power door lock switch on the door. with the RKE transmitter. vehicle when it is dark outside. Touch Off or On. Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only. Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start or 120 Seconds. Remote Door Unlock Touch and the following may display: This allows selection of which doors will Power Door Locks . Remote Unlock Light Feedback unlock when pressing K on the RKE Touch and the following may display: . Remote Lock Feedback transmitter. . Open Door Anti Lockout . Remote Door Unlock Touch All Doors or Driver Door. . Auto Door Unlock . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats . Delayed Door Lock . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Open Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Window Operation If equipped and turned on, this feature will . Passive Door Unlock turn on the ventilated seats when using When on, this feature will keep the driver . Passive Door Lock remote start on warm days. See Heated and door from locking when the door is open. Ventilated Front Seats 0 40 and . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert If Off is selected, the Delayed Door Lock Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. menu will be available. Remote Unlock Light Feedback Touch Off or On. Touch Off or On. When on, the exterior lamps will flash when Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Auto Door Unlock unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. If equipped and turned on, this feature will This allows selection of which of the doors Touch Off or Flash Lights. turn on the heated seats when using remote will automatically unlock when the vehicle is start on cold days. See Heated and shifted into P (Park). Ventilated Front Seats 0 40 and Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. Touch Off or On. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 117 Remote Window Operation . Seat Entry Memory 2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation This allows the windows to be opened when . Seat Exit Memory screen. pressing and holding K on the RKE Seat Entry Memory 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) This feature automatically recalls the current Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the 0 System Operation 7. driver’s previously stored 1 or 2 button system. Touch Back to go back to the Touch Off or On. positions when the ignition is changed from previous menu. off to on or ACC/ACCESSORY. See Memory Passive Door Unlock Seats 0 38. Universal Remote System This allows the selection of what doors will Touch On or Off. 0 unlock when using the button on the driver See Radio Frequency Statement 357. door to unlock the vehicle. Seat Exit Memory Universal Remote System Touch All Doors or Driver Door Only. This feature automatically recalls the previously stored exit button positions when Programming Passive Door Lock the ignition is changed from on or ACC/ This allows passive locking to be turned on ACCESSORY to off if the driver door is open or off and selects feedback. See Remote or opened. See Memory Seats 0 38. Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. Touch Off or On. Touch Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On. Teen Driver Remote Left in Vehicle Alert See Teen Driver 0 171. This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu Valet Mode also enables the Remote No Longer In This will lock the infotainment system and Vehicle Alert. steering wheel controls. It may also limit Touch Off or On. access to vehicle storage locations, if equipped. Seating Position If equipped, these buttons are in the To enable valet mode: overhead console. Touch and the following may display: 1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

118 Instruments and Controls This system can replace up to three remote Programming the Universal Remote Some garage door openers may require control transmitters used to activate devices System substitution of Step 2 with the procedure such as garage door openers, security under “Radio Signals for Some Gate systems, and home automation devices. For questions or programming help, see Operators” later in this section. www.homelink.com/gm or call These instructions refer to a garage door 3. Press and hold the newly programmed opener, but can be used for other devices. 1-800-355-3515. For calls placed outside the U.S., Canada, or Puerto Rico, international Universal Remote system button for Do not use the Universal Remote system rates will apply and may differ based on five seconds while watching the indicator with any garage door opener that does not landline or mobile phone. light and garage door activation. have the stop and reverse feature. This . If the indicator light stays on includes any garage door opener model Programming involves time-sensitive actions, continuously or the garage door manufactured before April 1, 1982. and may time out causing the procedure to moves when the button is pressed, be repeated. Read these instructions completely before then programming is complete. There programming the Universal Remote system. To program up to three devices: is no need to complete Steps 4–6. It may help to have another person assist 1. Hold the end of the hand-held . If the indicator light does not come with the programming process. transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to 3 in) on or the garage door does not away from the Universal Remote system move, a second button press may be Keep the original hand-held transmitter for buttons with the indicator light in view. required. For a second time, press use in other vehicles as well as for future The hand-held transmitter was supplied and hold the newly programmed programming. Erase the programming when by the manufacturer of the garage door button for five seconds. If the vehicle ownership is terminated. See opener receiver. indicator light is continuously lit, “Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons” or the garage door moves, later in this section. 2. Press and release one of the three Universal Remote system buttons to be programming is complete. To program a garage door opener, park programmed. Press and hold the . If the indicator light flashes rapidly outside directly in line with and facing the hand-held transmitter button. Do not and the garage door does not move, garage door opener receiver. Clear all people release the hand-held transmitter button continue with programming and objects near the garage door. until the indicator light changes from a Steps 4–6. Make sure the hand-held transmitter has a slow to a rapid flash or continuous light. new battery for quicker and more accurate Then release the hand-held transmitter transmission of the radio-frequency signal. button. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Instruments and Controls 119 Radio Signals for Some Gate Operators Universal Remote System For questions or programming help, see Operation www.homelink.com/gm or call 1-800-355-3515. For calls placed outside the Using the Universal Remote System U.S., Canada, or Puerto Rico, international Press and hold the appropriate Universal rates will apply and may differ based on Remote system button for at least one-half landline or mobile phone. second. The indicator light will come on Some radio-frequency laws and gate while the signal is being transmitted. Learn or Smart Button operators require transmitter signals to time Erasing Universal Remote System out or quit after several seconds of 4. After completing Steps 1–3, locate the transmission. This may not be long enough Buttons Learn or Smart button inside the garage for the Universal Remote system to pick up Erase all programmed buttons when vehicle on the garage door opener receiver. The the signal during programming. ownership is terminated. name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. If the programming did not work, replace To erase: Step 2 under “Programming the Universal 5. Press and release the Learn or Smart 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons Remote System” with the following: button. Step 6 must be completed within until the indicator light begins to flash. 30 seconds of pressing this button. Press and hold the Universal Remote system This should take about 10 seconds. 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press button while pressing and releasing the 2. Release both buttons. hand-held transmitter button every and hold the trained Universal Remote Reprogramming a Single Universal system button for two seconds and two seconds until the signal has been release. Repeat the “press/hold/release” successfully accepted by the Universal Remote System Button sequence up to three times to complete Remote system. The Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system buttons: the training process. system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then change to a rapid flash or 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. The Universal Remote system should now continuous solid-light. Proceed with Step 3 Do not release the button. activate the garage door. under “Programming the Universal Remote Repeat the process for programming the System” to complete. two remaining buttons. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

120 Instruments and Controls 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under “Programming the Universal Remote System.” Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Lighting 121 Lighting Exterior Lighting 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls lights. Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 121 IntelliBeam System Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...... 122 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . 122 If equipped, this system turns the vehicle's Flash-to-Pass ...... 123 high-beam headlamps on and off according Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 123 to surrounding traffic conditions. Automatic Headlamp System ...... 123 The system turns the high-beam headlamps Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 124 on when it is dark enough and there is no Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...... 124 other traffic present. Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination The exterior lamp control is on the Control ...... 124 instrument panel to the left of the steering Courtesy Lamps ...... 125 column. Dome Lamps ...... 125 There are four positions. Reading Lamps ...... 125 O : Turns the exterior lamps off and Lighting Features This light comes on in the instrument deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn O again cluster when the IntelliBeam system is Entry Lighting ...... 126 to reactivate the AUTO mode. Exit Lighting ...... 126 enabled. Battery Load Management ...... 126 In Canada, the headlamps will automatically Battery Power Protection ...... 127 reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...... 127 P (Park). AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting. ; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

122 Lighting Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam The high-beam headlamps remain on, under . The other vehicle's lamps cannot be the automatic control, until one of the detected due to dense exhaust, smoke, following situations occurs: fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other . The system detects an approaching airborne obstructions. vehicle's headlamps. . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, cracked, . The system detects a preceding vehicle's or obstructed by something that blocks taillamps. the view of the light sensor. . The outside light is bright enough that . The vehicle is loaded such that the front high-beam headlamps are not required. end points upward, causing the light sensor to aim high and not detect . The vehicle's speed drops below 20 km/h headlamps and taillamps. To enable the IntelliBeam system, press (12 mph). . The vehicle is being driven on winding or b on the turn signal lever when it is . The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the hilly roads. dark outside and the exterior lamp control is button on the turn signal lever. If this in AUTO or 5. happens, press b on the turn signal The IntelliBeam system may need to be disabled if any of the above conditions exist. Driving with IntelliBeam lever when the exterior lamp control is in the AUTO or 5 position to reactivate the Exterior Lamps Off Reminder The system only activates the high beams IntelliBeam system. The instrument when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph). cluster light will come on to indicate the A warning chime sounds if the driver door is The blue high-beam on light appears on the IntelliBeam system is reactivated. opened while the ignition is off and the exterior lamps are on. instrument cluster when the high beams The high beams may not turn off are on. automatically if the system cannot detect Headlamp High/Low-Beam There is a sensor near the top center of the another vehicle's lamps because of any of windshield that automatically controls the the following: Changer system. Keep this area of the windshield . The other vehicle's lamps are missing, Push the turn signal lever away from you clear of debris to allow for best system damaged, obstructed from view, and release, to turn the high beams on. To performance. or otherwise undetected. return to low beams, push the lever again . The other vehicle's lamps are covered or pull it toward you and release. with dirt, snow, and/or road spray. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Lighting 123 The DRL turn off when the headlamps are If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the turned to O or the ignition is off. For automatic headlamp system comes on vehicles sold in Canada, this control only immediately. If it is light outside when the works when the vehicle is parked. vehicle leaves the garage, there is a slight delay before the automatic headlamp Automatic Headlamp System system changes to the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). During that delay, the This indicator light turns on in the When the exterior lamp control is set to instrument cluster may not be as bright as instrument cluster when the high-beam AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the usual. Make sure the instrument panel headlamps are on. headlamps come on automatically. brightness control is in the full bright Flash-to-Pass position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 124. To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever toward you, and release. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) to DRL. DRL can make it easier for others to see the The automatic headlamp system turns off front of your vehicle during the day. Fully when the exterior lamp control is turned to functional DRL are required on all vehicles O or the ignition is off. first sold in Canada. Lights On with Wipers The dedicated DRL will come on when all of the following conditions are met: If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the engine on, and the . The ignition is on. There is a light sensor on top of the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the . The exterior lamp control is in AUTO. instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor. headlamps, parking lamps, and other . The light sensor determines it is daytime. The system may also turn on the headlamps exterior lamps come on. The transition time . The parking brake is released or the when driving through a parking garage or for the lamps coming on varies based on vehicle is not in P (Park). tunnel. wiper speed. When the wipers are not The taillamps, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not be on. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

124 Lighting operating, these lamps turn off. Move the Turn and Lane-Change Signals Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a exterior lamp control to O or ; to disable bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See this feature. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 284. Hazard Warning Flashers Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control

Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold | : Press this button to make the front This feature adjusts the brightness of the it there until the lane change is complete. and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. steering wheel controls and instrument If the lever is moved momentarily to the This warns others that you are having panel lights. The instrument panel lane change position, the arrow will flash trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. illumination control is next to the exterior three times. It will flash six times if Tow/ lamp control. The turn signals do not work while the Haul Mode is active. hazard warning flashers are on. Push the knob in all the way until it extends The lever returns to its starting position out and then turn the knob clockwise or The hazard warning flashers turn on when it is released. automatically if the airbags deploy. counterclockwise to brighten or dim the If after signaling a turn or lane change, the lights. Push the knob back in when finished. arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Lighting 125 Courtesy Lamps lamp override is activated. Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature and the The courtesy lamps come on when any door indicator light will turn off. The dome lamps is opened, K on the RKE transmitter is will come on when any door is opened, K pressed, or when the ignition is switched on the RKE transmitter is pressed, or when off. See Dome Lamps 0 125. the ignition is switched off. Dome Lamps + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually. Press again to turn the dome lamps off. Reading Lamps There are reading lamps on the overhead Front Reading Lamps console and over the rear seats. These lamps come on when any door is opened, K on The front reading lamps are in the overhead the RKE transmitter is pressed, or when the console. ignition is switched off. Press the lamp lenses to turn the front To operate, the ignition must be on, or in reading lamps on or off. ACC/ACCESSORY, or using Retained Accessory Power (RAP). The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console. To operate, press the following buttons: j OFF : Press to turn off the dome lamps when any door is opened, K on the RKE transmitter is pressed, or when the ignition is switched off. An indicator light on Rear Reading Lamps the button will turn on when the dome Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

126 Lighting ignition is switched off, all interior lights Battery Load Management turn on and then interior lamps dim to off within 20 seconds after all doors are closed. The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's The entry lighting feature for exterior temperature and state of charge. It then lighting can be changed. See “Vehicle adjusts the voltage for best performance Locator Lights” under Vehicle Personalization and extended life of the battery. 0 113. When the battery's state of charge is low, Exit Lighting the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring Rear Reading Lamps the charge back up. When the state of Some exterior lamps come on at night, or in charge is high, the voltage is lowered The rear reading lamps are over the rear areas with limited lighting, when the driver slightly to prevent overcharging. If the seats or over the rear passenger doors. door is opened after the ignition is turned vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage Press the lamp lens to turn the rear off. The dome lamp comes on when any display on the Driver Information Center passenger reading lamps on or off. door is opened or after the ignition is (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or turned off. The exterior lamps and dome down. This is normal. If there is a problem, lamp remain on after the door is closed for an alert will be displayed. Lighting Features a set amount of time, then automatically turn off. The battery can be discharged at idle if the Entry Lighting electrical loads are very high. This is true for The exterior lamps turn off immediately by all vehicles. This is because the generator Some exterior lamps turn on briefly at turning the exterior lamp control off. night, or in areas with limited lighting, (alternator) may not be spinning fast The exit lighting for exterior lights can be enough at idle to produce all of the power when K is pressed on the RKE transmitter. changed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 113. needed for very high electrical loads. After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off. Entry lighting can be disabled A high electrical load occurs when several of manually by turning the ignition on or to the following are on, such as: headlamps, ACC/ACCESSORY, or by pressing Q on the high beams, rear window defogger, climate RKE transmitter. When any door is opened, control fan at high speed, heated seats, the remote unlock is pressed, or when the engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Lighting 127 EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of Exterior Lighting Battery Saver the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes electrical needs. It can increase engine idle after the ignition is turned off, if the parking speed to generate more power whenever lamps or headlamps have been manually needed. It can temporarily reduce the power left on. This protects against draining the demands of some accessories. battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position Normally, these actions occur in steps or and then back to the parking lamp or levels, without being noticeable. In rare headlamp position. cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the To keep the lamps on for more than driver. If so, a DIC battery voltage and 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in charging message displays. It is ACC/ACCESSORY. recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 0 107 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 110. Battery Power Protection This feature shuts off the interior lamps if they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep the battery from draining. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

128 Infotainment System Global Positioning System (GPS) ...... 152 Introduction Infotainment System Vehicle Positioning ...... 152 Problems with Route Guidance ...... 153 Read the following pages to become familiar Introduction If the System Needs Service ...... 153 with the features. Introduction ...... 128 Map Data Updates ...... 153 Overview ...... 129 Database Coverage Explanations ...... 153 { Warning Steering Wheel Controls ...... 130 Using the System ...... 131 Voice Recognition Taking your eyes off the road for too Software Updates ...... 134 Voice Recognition ...... 154 long or too often while using any infotainment feature can cause a crash. Radio Phone You or others could be injured or killed. AM-FM Radio ...... 134 Bluetooth (Overview) ...... 159 Do not give extended attention to HD Radio Technology ...... 135 Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a infotainment tasks while driving. Limit Radio Data System (RDS) ...... 136 Phone) ...... 159 your glances at the vehicle displays and Satellite Radio ...... 136 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ...... 163 focus your attention on driving. Use voice Radio Reception ...... 137 Multi-Band Antenna ...... 137 Settings commands whenever possible. Settings ...... 164 Audio Players Teen Driver ...... 171 The infotainment system has built-in Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . 137 features intended to help avoid distraction USB Port ...... 137 Trademarks and License Agreements by disabling some features when driving. Bluetooth Audio ...... 140 Trademarks and License Agreements . . . 173 These features may gray out when they are unavailable. Many infotainment features are OnStar System also available through the instrument cluster OnStar System ...... 141 and steering wheel controls. Navigation Before driving: Using the Navigation System ...... 142 . Become familiar with the operation, Maps ...... 145 center stack controls, steering wheel Navigation Symbols ...... 145 controls, and infotainment display. Destination ...... 146 OnStar System ...... 151 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 129 . Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. . Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single control or by using a single voice command. See Distracted Driving 0 188. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise in the vehicle’s interior. ANC requires the factory-installed audio system, radio, Uplevel Radio Shown. Base Radio Similar. speakers, amplifier (if equipped), induction system, and exhaust system to work . USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek to properly. Deactivation is required by your 1. { (Home Page) the beginning of the current or dealer if related aftermarket equipment is . Press to go to the Home Page. See previous track. Press and hold to installed. “Home Page” later in this section. quickly reverse through a track. Overview . Press to exit Android Auto or Apple Release to return to playing speed. CarPlay. To enter back into Android See USB Port 0 137 or Infotainment System Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and Bluetooth Audio 0 140. hold. See Apple CarPlay and 3. O (Power) The infotainment system is controlled by Android Auto 0 163. using the infotainment display, controls on 2. 7 . Press to turn the power on. the center stack, steering wheel controls, . Press and hold to turn the . Radio: Press and release to go to and voice recognition. power off. the previous station or channel. Press and hold to fast seek the . Press to mute/unmute the system next strongest previous station or when on. channel. See AM-FM Radio 0 134. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

130 Infotainment System . When the power is on and the Home Page Steering Wheel Controls system is not muted, a quick O The Home Page is where vehicle application status pane will display when is icons are accessed. Some applications are pressed. Pressing O will mute the disabled when the vehicle is moving. system and trigger this pane to The Home Page can be set up to have up to show a long press is required to four pages with eight icons per page. actually power down the system. . Turn to decrease or increase the Swipe left or right across the display to volume. access the pages of icons. 4. 6 Managing Home Page Icons . Radio: Press and release to go to 1. Touch and hold any of the Home Page the next station or channel. Press icons to enter edit mode. and hold to fast seek the next 2. Continue holding the icon and drag it to strongest station or channel. the desired position. If equipped, some audio controls can be . USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek the 3. Release your finger to drop the icon in adjusted at the steering wheel. next track. Press and hold to fast the desired position. forward through a track. Release to g : Press to answer an incoming call or return to playing speed. See USB 4. To move an application to another page, start voice recognition. See Bluetooth Port 0 137 or drag the icon to the edge of the display (Overview) 0 159 or Bluetooth Audio 0 140. toward the desired page. Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 159. 5. S BACK or 5 5. Continue dragging and dropping application icons as desired. i : Press to decline an incoming call or . Press S BACK to return to the end a current call. Press to mute or unmute previous display in a menu. the infotainment system when not on a call. . Press 5 and release to access the o or p : Press to move left or right phone display or answer an between the interactive display zones in the incoming call. cluster. Press the thumbwheel to select. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 131 w or x : Use the thumbwheel to scroll up Using the System Users or down in a list. Press the thumbwheel to Audio If equipped, touch the Users icon to sign in select. or create a new user profile, and follow the Touch the Audio icon to display the active on-screen instructions. audio source page. Examples of available Only four user profiles can be active at one sources may include AM, FM, SXM (if time in the vehicle. It may be necessary to equipped), USB, and Bluetooth. remove a profile from the menu before Phone creating or signing into an existing profile. The removed profile can be logged into at a Touch the Phone icon to display the Phone later time. main page. See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 159 or Settings Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 159. Touch the Settings icon to display the Nav Settings menu. See Settings 0 164. Touch the Nav icon (if equipped) to display Apple CarPlay The favorites and volume switches are on the navigation map. See Using the Touch the Apple CarPlay icon to activate the back of the steering wheel. Navigation System 0 142. Apple CarPlay (if equipped) after a 1. Favorite: When on a radio source, press supported device is connected. See Apple to select the next or previous audio Climate CarPlay and Android Auto 0 163. broadcast favorite. When listening to a Touch the Climate icon to display the media device, press to select the next or Climate main page. See Dual Automatic Android Auto previous track. Climate Control System 0 182. Touch the Android Auto icon to activate 2. Volume: Press to increase or decrease Wi-Fi Hotspot Android Auto (if equipped) after a supported the volume. device is connected. See Apple CarPlay and Touch the Wi-Fi Hotspot icon to display the Android Auto 0 163. Wi-Fi Hotspot information. See Settings 0 164. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

132 Infotainment System Apps Camera Touch/Tap If equipped, in-vehicle apps are available for If equipped, touch the Camera icon to access download. Touch the Apps icon on the the camera application. See Assistance Home Page to begin. Systems for Parking or Backing 0 227. Downloading and using in-vehicle apps Shortcut Tray requires Internet connectivity which can be accessed with a data plan through the The shortcut tray is near the bottom of the vehicle’s built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, display. It shows up to four applications. if equipped, or a compatible mobile device Infotainment Display Features hotspot. On most mobile devices, activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the device’s Infotainment display features show on the Touch/tap is used to select an icon or Settings menu under Mobile Network display when available. When a feature is option, activate an application, or change Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot, unavailable, it may gray out. When a the location inside a map. or similar. feature is touched, it may highlight. Touch and Hold Availability of apps and connectivity varies Haptic Feedback by vehicle, conditions, and location. Data If equipped, haptic feedback is a pulse that plan rates apply. Features are subject to occurs when an icon or option is touched on change. For more information, see the display or when controls on the center www.my.chevrolet.com/learn. stack are pressed. OnStar Services Infotainment Gestures If equipped, touch the OnStar Services icon Use the following finger gestures to control to display the OnStar Services and Account the infotainment system. pages. See OnStar Overview 0 360 and Touch and hold can be used to start another OnStar System 0 141. gesture, or to move or delete an application. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 133 Drag Nudge is used to move items a short Spread distance on a list or a map. To nudge, hold and move the selected item up or down to a new location. Fling or Swipe

Drag is used to move applications on the Spread is used to zoom in on a map, certain Home Page, or to pan the map. To drag the images, or a web page. Place finger and item, it must be held and moved along the thumb together on the display, then move display to the new location. This can be them apart. done up, down, right, or left. This feature is Fling or swipe is used to scroll through a Pinch only available when vehicle is parked and list, pan the map, or change page views. Do not in motion. this by placing a finger on the display then Nudge moving it rapidly up and down or right and left.

Pinch is used to zoom out on a map, certain images, or a web page. Place finger and thumb apart on the display, then move them together. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

134 Infotainment System Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle sources listed at the left side of the display From the AM, FM, or SXM (if equipped) Information and Radio Displays or touch the More option to display a list of option, press 6 or 7 on the center stack available sources. Examples of available For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or to search for the previous or next strong sources may include AM, FM, SXM (if station or channel. vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth to equipped), MyMedia, USB, and Bluetooth. wipe surfaces. Before wiping the surface Browsing Stations with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle Infotainment System Sound Menu Touch the Browse option to list all available brush to remove dirt that could scratch the From any of the audio source main pages, stations or channels. Navigate up and down surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by touch Sound to display the following: through all stations by scrolling the list. gently rubbing to clean. Never use window Touch the station or channel you want to cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash Equalizer : Touch to adjust Bass, Midrange, H the microfiber cloth separately, using mild Treble, and Surround (if equipped) using the listen to. Touch to save the station or soap. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. options on the infotainment display. channel as a favorite. Rinse thoroughly and air dry before Fade/Balance : Touch to adjust by using the If equipped, touch Update Station List to next use. controls on the infotainment display or by update the active stations in your area. Software Updates tapping/dragging the crosshair. Direct Tune Finding a Station Over-the-Air Software Updates Seeking a Station If equipped, see “Updates” under Settings 0 164 for details on software updates. Radio AM-FM Radio

Playing the Radio Access Direct Tune by touching the Tune From the Home Page, touch the Audio icon icon on the infotainment display to bring up to display the active audio source page. the keypad. Navigate through all frequencies Choose from the three most recently used using the arrows on the right side of the Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 135 Direct Tune display. Directly enter a station If equipped, HD Radio multicast stations Storing Radio Station Presets or channel using the keypad. When a new cannot be tuned directly through the Direct Favorites show in the area at the top of the station or channel is entered, the Tune feature. Only the analog or display. information about that station or channel HD1 station can use that feature. Use the displays on the right side. This information display arrows to adjust to the multicast AM, FM, SXM (if equipped), and HD Radio will update with each new valid frequency. stations. Stations (if equipped) : Press and hold a H preset to store the current station or Touch to save the station or channel as AM, FM, and SXM Categories a favorite. channel as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a favorite station or channel. The keypad will gray out entries that do not contribute to a valid frequency and will Favorites can also be stored by touching H automatically place a decimal point within in a station or channel list. This will the frequency number. highlight indicating that it is now saved as a Touch (X) to delete one number at a time. favorite. Touch and hold (X) to delete all numbers. The number of favorites displayed is A valid AM or FM station will automatically automatically adjusted by default, but can tune to the new frequency but not close the be manually adjusted in Settings in the System tab under Favorites and then Set Direct Tune display. When listening to SXM From the AM stations, if equipped with HD Number of Audio Favorites. It can also be (if equipped), touch Go after entering the Radio, FM, or SXM (if equipped) display, adjusted in Settings in the Apps tab under channel. Touch the Back icon on the touch Categories at the top of the Browse Audio and then Set Number of Audio z menu to access the categories list. The list infotainment display or touch to exit out Favorites. of Direct Tune. contains names associated with the AM or FM stations, or SXM channels. Touch a HD Radio Technology The tune arrows on the right side of the category name to display a list of stations Direct Tune display will tune through the or channels for that category. Touching a If equipped, HD Radio is a free service with complete station or channel list one station station or channel from the list will tune the features such as digital quality sound, more step at a time per touch. A touch and hold radio to that station or channel. stations available on a single frequency such advances through stations or channels as HD2 and HD3, and display information quickly. such as artist and song title. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

136 Infotainment System From the Now Playing display, touch the HD HD Radio Troubleshooting This system relies on receiving specific Radio icon to turn HD on or off. Digital Audio Delay : Wait for the signal to information from these stations and only Station Access process. This can take several seconds. works when the information is available. It is possible that a radio station could To access HD Radio stations: Volume Change, Audio Skip, Echo, Digital broadcast incorrect information that causes 1. Tune the radio to the station. If HD Audio Lost : Station signal strength may be the radio features to work improperly. If this Radio is turned on and the station is weak, the station is out of range, or the happens, contact the radio station. broadcasting in HD Radio, the radio will station may be out of alignment. Verify proper reception on another station. When information is broadcast from a RDS automatically tune to the HD version of station, the station name or call letters the current channel (HD1) after several If the HD Radio signal weakens while display on the audio screen. Radio text seconds. The radio will also display icons listening to HD1, the radio will automatically supporting the currently playing broadcast representing additional channels (HD2, switch to the analog version of the radio may also appear. ...HD8), that may be available. When the station. radio successfully tunes to a HD station, Satellite Radio the HD logo will display and digital If the HD Radio signal loses reception while audio will play. listening to stations HD2 to HD8, the radio SiriusXM Radio Service mutes until the signal can be recovered or 2. Touch the display arrows to tune to the until the station is changed. If equipped, vehicles with a valid SiriusXM previous or next HD Radio station. radio subscription can receive SiriusXM HD Radio can be disabled if driving in a programming. There may be a delay before the station weak signal area. Touch HD Radio On/Off to starts playing. toggle HD Radio reception on and off. SiriusXM radio has a wide variety of The HD Radio station number is indicated programming and commercial-free music, next to the HD logo. Radio Data System (RDS) coast to coast, in digital-quality sound. In the U.S., see www.siriusxm.com or call HD Radio stations can be saved as favorites. If equipped, RDS features are available for 1-888-601-6296. In Canada, see use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677. For a list of all stations, see information. With RDS, the radio can: www.hdradio.com. . Group stations by Category (i.e., Program When SiriusXM is active, the channel name, Type) such as Rock, Jazz, Classical, etc. number, song title, and artist appear on the display. . Display messages from radio stations. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 137 SiriusXM with 360L reduce interference, some static can occur, Mobile Device Usage especially around tall buildings or hills, SiriusXM with 360L interface has enhanced Mobile device usage, such as making or causing the sound to fade in and out. in-vehicle listening experience for receiving calls, charging, or just having the subscribers. The experience now offers more AM mobile device on may cause static categories and system learned interference in the radio. Unplug the mobile recommendations toward discovering more The range for most AM stations is greater device or turn it off if this happens. personalized content. than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to Multi-Band Antenna To use the full SiriusXM 360L program, interfere with each other. Static can also including streaming content and listening occur when things like storms and power The roof antenna may be used for radio, recommendations, OnStar Connected Access lines interfere with radio reception. When navigation, and OnStar, depending on the is required. Connected vehicle services vary this happens, try reducing the treble on the equipped options. Keep clear of obstructions by model and require a complete working radio. for clear reception. If the vehicle has a electrical system, cell reception, and GPS sunroof, and it is open, reception can also signal. An active connected plan is required. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service be affected. Reference the SiriusXM user guide for use If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service and subscription information. provides digital radio reception. Tall Audio Players buildings or hills can interfere with satellite Radio Reception radio signals, causing the sound to fade in Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices and out. In addition, traveling or standing Unplug electronic devices from the accessory When using media devices such as SD cards, under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, power outlets if there is interference or USB devices, and mobile devices, consider or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM static in the radio. the source. Untrusted media devices could signal for a period of time. Some cellular contain files that affect system operation or FM services may interfere with SXM reception performance. Avoid use if the content or causing loss of signal. FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 origin cannot be trusted. to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that automatically works to USB Port Audio stored on a USB device may be listened to. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

138 Infotainment System The vehicle may be equipped with two USB Gracenote p : Touch to play the current media source. ports in the center console under the When plugging in a USB device, Gracenote armrest and another two on the center j : Touch to pause playback of the current service builds voice tags for music. Voice media source. stack. These ports are for data and charging. tags allow artists, albums with hard to There may also be two USB ports for pronounce names, and nicknames to be used 7 : charging only at the rear of the center to play music through voice recognition, console. . Touch to seek the beginning of the if equipped. current or previous track. Caution While indexing, infotainment features may . Touch and hold to reverse quickly To avoid vehicle damage, unplug all be available. through playback. Release to return to accessories and disconnect all accessory My Media Library playing speed. Elapsed time displays. cables from the vehicle when not in use. MyMedia is only available when more than 6 : Accessory cables left plugged into the one indexed device is connected. It allows . Touch to seek the next track. vehicle, unconnected to a device, could be access to content from all indexed media . Touch and hold to advance quickly damaged or cause an electrical short if sources. MyMedia will show as an available through playback. Release to return to the unconnected end comes in contact source in the Source page. playing speed. Elapsed time displays. with liquids or another power source such USB MP3 Player and USB Devices as the accessory power outlet. Shuffle : Touch the shuffle icon to play The USB MP3 players and USB devices music in random order. Playing from a USB connected must comply with the USB Mass USB Sound Menu Storage Class specification (USB MSC). A USB mass storage device can be connected See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” to the USB port. To play a USB device: under AM-FM Radio 0 134. Audio extensions supported by the USB may 1. Connect the USB. USB Browse Menu include: 2. Touch Audio from the Home Page. When a list of songs, albums, artists, . MP3 3. Touch the More option and then touch or other types of media displays, the up and . AAC the USB device. down arrows and A-Z appear on the left . OGG Use the following when playing an active . 3GP USB source: Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 139 side. Select A-Z to view a display that will Songs: 3. Touch an album or All Songs to view a show all letters of the alphabet and select 1. Touch to display a list of all songs on list of songs. the letter to go to. the USB. 4. Touch a song from the list to begin Touch the up and down arrows to move the 2. To begin playback, touch a song from playback. list up and down. the list. Folders: Touch Browse and the following may Albums: 1. Touch to view the directories on display: 1. Touch to view the albums on the USB. the USB. Playlists: 2. Touch the album to view a list of all 2. Touch a folder to view a list of all files. 1. Touch to view the playlists stored on songs on the album. 3. Touch a file from the list to begin the USB. 3. Touch a song from the list to begin playback. 2. Touch a playlist to view the list of all playback. Podcasts : Touch to view the podcasts on songs in that playlist. Genres: the connected Apple device and get a list of podcast episodes. 3. Touch a song from the list to begin 1. Touch to view the genres on the USB. playback. 2. Touch a genre to view a list of artists. Audiobooks: Supported playlist extensions are m3u 1. Touch to view the audiobooks stored on and pls. 3. Touch an artist to view albums by that artist. the Apple device. Artists: 4. Touch an album to view songs on the 2. Touch an audiobook to get a list of 1. Touch to view the list of artists stored album. chapters. on the USB. 5. Touch a song to start playback. 3. Touch the chapter from the list to begin 2. Touch an artist name to view a list of all playback. Composers: albums by the artist. File System and Naming 3. To select a song, touch All Songs or 1. Touch to view the composers on the USB. File systems supported by the USB may touch an album and then touch a song include: from the list. 2. Touch a Composer to view a list of albums by that composer. . FAT32 . NTFS . HFS+ Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

140 Infotainment System The songs, artists, albums, and genres are Albums : Touch H next to any album to Bluetooth Audio taken from the file’s song information and store the album as a favorite. Touch a saved Music may be played from a paired are only displayed if present. The radio favorite to recall a favorite album. The first displays the file name as the track name if Bluetooth device. See Bluetooth (Overview) song in the album list begins to play. 0 the song information is not available. 159 or Genres : Touch H next to any genre to Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 159 Supported Apple Devices store the genre as a favorite. Touch a saved for help pairing a device. To view supported devices, see favorite to recall a favorite genre. The first Volume and song selection may be my.chevrolet.com/learn. song of the genre begins to play. controlled by using the infotainment Storing and Recalling Media Favorites Podcasts : Touch H next to any podcast to controls or the mobile device. If Bluetooth is store the podcast as a favorite. Touch a selected and no volume is present, check the To store media favorites, touch Browse to volume setting on the infotainment system. display a list of media types. saved favorite to recall a favorite podcast. The podcast begins to play. Music can be launched by touching Touch one of the following Browse options H Bluetooth from the recent sources list on to save a favorite: Audiobooks : Touch next to any the left of the display or by touching the audiobook to store the audiobook as a Playlists : Touch H next to any playlist to More option and then touching the favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a Bluetooth device. store the playlist as a favorite. Touch a favorite audiobook. The first chapter in the saved favorite to recall a favorite playlist. audiobook begins to play. To play music via Bluetooth: The first song in the playlist begins to play. 1. Power on the device, and pair to connect Media Playback and Mute Artists : Touch H next to any artist to the device. store the artist as a favorite. Touch a saved USB playback will be paused if the system is 2. Once paired, touch Audio from the Home favorite to recall a favorite artist. The first muted. If the steering wheel mute control is Page, then touch Bluetooth from the song in the artist list begins to play. pressed again, playback will resume. recent sources list on the left of the If the source is changed while in mute, display. Songs : Touch H next to any song to store playback resumes and audio will unmute. the song as a favorite. Touch a saved Bluetooth Sound Menu favorite to recall a favorite song. See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” under AM-FM Radio 0 134. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 141 Manage Bluetooth Devices OnStar System Features are subject to change. For more From the Home Page: information, see my.chevrolet.com/learn or 4G LTE press Q. 1. Touch Audio. 2. Touch More. If equipped with 4G LTE, up to seven Services devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and 3. Touch Bluetooth. The Services tab displays the default view laptops, can be connected to high-speed for the app. Use this page to launch the 4. Touch Devices to add or delete devices. Internet through the vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi available OnStar services. Touch a service to When touching Bluetooth, the radio may hotspot. open its display. Touch Wi-Fi to launch the not be able to launch the audio player on Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to connections manager. Turn-by-Turn and the connected device to start playing. When connect to an OnStar Advisor for assistance. Advisor Call are the other tiled options. the vehicle is not moving, use the mobile See www.onstar.com for vehicle availability, Account device to begin playback. details, and system limitations. Service and The Account tab displays a snapshot of the All devices launch audio differently. When connectivity may vary by make, model, account linked with the vehicle. If there is selecting Bluetooth as a source, the radio year, carrier, availability, and conditions. no such account, this tab will show all may show as paused on the display. Press 4G LTE service is available in select markets. 4G LTE performance is based on industry values as ——. The advisor call icon will be play on the device or touch on the p averages and vehicle systems design. Some active even if there is no active account. display to begin playback. services require a data plan. Advisor Call Browse functionality will be provided where supported by the Bluetooth device. This The OnStar App Selecting Advisor Call is the same as media content will not be part of the If equipped, the infotainment system has pressing Q or calling 1-888-4ONSTAR MyMedia source mode. OnStar controls in the embedded OnStar app (1-888-466-7827). The X option in the upper right corner of the screen does not end the Some smartphones support sending on the Home Page. Most OnStar functions call, but returns to the previous screen. Bluetooth music information to display on that can be performed with the buttons can the radio. When the radio receives this be done using the app. To open the app, Turn-by-Turn Directions touch the OnStar icon on the Home Page. information, it will check to see if any is With a connected plan, an OnStar Advisor available and display it. For more App updates require a corresponding service plan. Features vary by region and model. can download a destination to the vehicle or information about supported Bluetooth its embedded navigation system, features, see my.chevrolet.com/learn. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

142 Infotainment System if equipped. Select Turn-by-Turn Directions Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Navigation Map View from the Services tab of the OnStar app to statement to be confirmed. If available and call an Advisor or select a recent or favorite signed into a profile, it is also suggested to destination. Touch the navigation icons to enable and confirm Predictive Navigation. select home, address or place. A destination Predictive Navigation (If Equipped) transfer from OnStar will show the detail view of the destination when it is If Predictive Navigation is available and transferred from OnStar to the Navigation confirmed, this feature learns preferences by application. See www.onstar.com for a remembering where the vehicle has been. coverage map. Services vary by model. Map It uses the locations and navigation history coverage is available in the United States, to personalize routes and results. After opening the Nav application for the Puerto Rico, and Canada. Predictive Navigation may learn elements first time, the application will always open such as: Wi-Fi Hotspot in full map view displaying the vehicle’s Touch to display the Settings page, which . Personalized routes based on preferred current location. When the vehicle is shows the configurations for the vehicle streets. stopped, the search bar will appear along hotspot and allows them to be changed. . Search results that provide best matches the top of the navigation map view. at the top of the list. Manually close the search bar by touching For more information, see www.onstar.com. . Predictive traffic. z. When the vehicle is moving, the } . Local map content updating. (Search) icon will replace the search bar to Navigation maximize the full map view. Predictive Navigation can also be enabled or Using the Navigation System disabled at a later time by touching A Destination Card Preferences If equipped, launch the Nav application by (Options). While in Options, touch Settings, From the Nav application, set up Home and then Map and Navigation Settings, and then Work addresses to enable one-touch touching the Nav icon on the Home Page or 0 on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the Predictive Navigation. See Settings 164. navigation. To set up Home and Work infotainment display. addresses, touch A and select Settings, then Map and Navigation Settings, and then When the Nav application is launched for Destination Card Preferences. Show My the first time, a product walkthrough is available. Use of the feature requires the Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 143 Places on Map should be on by default. . Avoid on Route (if a route has been set) Map Colors Select and enter Home and/or Work address Touch Settings to view Map and Navigation . Auto – Touch to automatically change and save. Settings. The following may display: modes based on lighting conditions. . Destination Card Preferences . Day (Light) . Map Preferences . Night (Dark) . Route Preferences 3D Landmark (Default is On) : Touch On or . Navigation Voice Control Off. When turned on, the system will . Traffic Preferences display all 3D Landmarks on the map depending on the zoom level. . Alert Preferences . Fuel Grade Preferences 3D Building (Default is Off) : Touch On or . Manage History Off. When turned on, the system will If the vehicle’s system is not signed into a display all of the possible 3D building shapes . Predictive Navigation: See “Predictive on the map depending on the zoom level. customized profile, the current location icon Navigation (If Equipped)” previously in uses a generic symbol. Once signed into a this section. Show Terrain in 3D (Default is Off) : customized profile, the current location . About If equipped, touch On or Off. When turned symbol will show a customized icon. See on, the system will display terrain Navigation Symbols 0 145. To exit a list, touch z in the top right information on the map in 3D view. Map and Navigation Settings corner to return to the main map view. Auto-Zoom (Default is On) : Touch On or Make sure to set up preferences before Off. When turned on, the system will Touch A while in the map view to display setting a destination and starting active automatically adjust the zoom level when options. The following may display: guidance. the vehicle is approaching a turn. After the . 3D Heading Up, 2D Heading Up, 2D North Map Preferences turn is completed, the system automatically . Show on Map brings the zoom back to the originally set . Traffic Events (available with OnStar Touch to choose between basic map feature level. If the vehicle is approaching a turn Connected Navigation) configurations: with the next turn occurring shortly after, . Settings the Auto-Zoom will remain on until both turns are completed. . Edit Destination (if a route has been set) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

144 Infotainment System Route Preferences being heard, volume can also be adjusted . Ask Before Rerouting (Default) – If the system detects there is a traffic issue Touch to access the Route Preferences. The using the knob on the center stack or the ahead, it will display a pop-up with choices are: volume switch on the steering wheel. . Navigation Voice Prompt Level during a details about the issue. Choose to reroute . Preferred Route – Choose from two or cancel the alert. different route options: Fastest or Call. Options available are: . Never Search for Better Route – The Eco-Friendly. ‐ Full Prompt (Selected by default) system will not check for a better route ‐ Fastest would be the route with the ‐ Tone Only until one of the above options is selected. shortest drive time. ‐ None Alert Preferences ‐ Eco-Friendly would be the most Traffic Events (If Equipped) fuel-efficient route. Set alerts on or off during both inactive and This feature provides a list of events that active guidance views. The following alerts . Avoid on Current Route – Choose any of the road features to avoid while on route: are on the route or nearby. Touch A and may be available: then select Traffic Events. An OnStar . Road Safety Alerts – Touch to display ‐ Highways connected Navigation service plan is upcoming School Zones. ‐ Unpaved Roads required. . Traffic Camera Alerts ‐ Ferries Traffic Preferences (If Equipped) Manage History ‐ Carpool Lanes While in Map View, touch A, then Settings Touch Manage History to access the History ‐ Toll Roads and then Map and Navigation Settings to options: ‐ Tunnels access Traffic Preferences. When Show . Clear Recent Destinations – Touch \ to Traffic on Map is turned on, the feature ‐ Country Borders clear the recent destinations. provides an overview of the traffic flow Navigation Voice Control using different coded colors. The following . Clear Search History – Touch \ to clear Touch to access the voice control setting options are available for rerouting: the search history. display. . Auto Reroute to Better Route – The About system will automatically reroute if the . Navigation Volume – To adjust the Touch to display software information, system detects there is a traffic issue volume level, touch the up and down such as: arrows. If the voice guidance prompt is ahead. . Telenav Terms and Conditions Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 145 . Telenav Privacy Statement . The SD card has been removed from the This is the vehicle’s current location icon . Navigation Version slot: “SD card has been removed. during inactive guidance mode. Once a user (Error Code).” profile is created, the current location icon Maps Touch Continue to resume after the can be customized. The Nav application requires a map database initialization error message. For the other This icon indicates the vehicle’s current to run. It is stored on an SD card that is messages, touch OK to return to the location and direction on the map. connected to the infotainment system. If the Home Page. map database is not available, a missing SD card error message will be displayed. Navigation Symbols SD Card Error Messages Following are the most common symbols that may appear in the Nav application. The SD card only works for one unique vehicle. The SD card must pass authentication verification to be used for The destination pin marks the location of that specific vehicle. Potential error scenarios the final destination. Touch the pin to view and messages include: the destination address or to add it or . The SD card has initialized for the first remove it from the Favorites list. Hide the time: “Once initialized, this SD card can information by touching the pin one more only be used for navigation in this This indicates the vehicle’s current location time. It will automatically time out if no vehicle.” and direction on the map. action is taken. . The SD card is not working properly: “SD card is not functioning properly. (Error Code).” . The SD card is not paired with the existing system: “This SD card is not valid in this vehicle for navigation. See Owner’s Manual for more detail or visit your If equipped, smart Points of Interest (POIs) dealer. (Error Code).” are places of interest for parking and gas stations. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

146 Infotainment System Destination 4. Choose the desired waypoint and touch Add to Trip or replace the current Receiving Destination Directions from destination by touching New Destination. Different Sources Route options are not available for Destinations can be received or transferred waypoints. from different sources to the Nav application Arriving at a Waypoint The progress bar provides an overview of for route guidance. If equipped, some of the route progress and may show traffic and these sources may include: When approaching a waypoint, the system incidents along the way. As the route . Navigation from search results. will display a Destination Arrival view. To proceeds, the vehicle icon moves up the bar. . OnStar Advisor destination download. continue on to the next destination touch the Drive to message on the infotainment . An address from the Contacts list. Touch the icon to zoom out on the map and display. view the entire route. Touch it again to . An application on the smartphone that return to the previous view. can send destinations to the vehicle. If the vehicle passes the waypoint or gets out of the current route, the system will . An application downloaded to the vehicle View the drive time by touching the automatically reroute back to this waypoint. estimated time of arrival (ETA). such as OnStar Services that can send destinations to the navigation system. At the same time, it will show a Drive to Current Location icon along with the next waypoint address so the current waypoint can be skipped and When the vehicle is parked and not in a Waypoints guidance can resume to the next waypoint Navigation session, the user icon is centered Add up to five waypoints, which are or destination. on the map view, highlighting the current additional destinations, along the route. To location. add an additional stop or waypoint: Editing a Waypoint 1. From active guidance, touch }. When waypoints are added during active guidance, the system allows a stop to be 2. Search for the destination using One-Box, deleted or the order to be changed. To edit Voice search, or the Quick Category a waypoint: icons. 3. Choose search results Along Route, 1. Touch A. Nearby, or Near Destination. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 147 2. Touch Edit Destinations. airports, banks, hospitals, police stations, gas . Pan the map. . Modify destination order by touching stations, tourist attractions, and historical . Use two fingers to tilt down and change and holding the arrow until it is monuments. from 2D to 3D. Tilt up to change back highlighted. Drag to move the If the vehicle does not have an applicable to 2D. waypoint up or down the list. service plan, the map database may not . Rotate the map. . Delete a waypoint by touching Y. include data for newly constructed areas or See Using the System 0 131. A pop-up will appear to confirm map database corrections that are waypoint removal. Once the request completed after production. The navigation Mute is confirmed, the system will remove system provides full route guidance in the When in active guidance, the audio prompts the address from the destinations list. detailed map areas. while using navigation can be muted. Touch Touch z on the top right corner so Zoom Control the speaker icon on the right side of the the system can recalculate the route. upper bar. A slash will appear on the The zoom control display is shown on the speaker to indicate voice guidance is muted. If there is only one address in the map view. A few ways to zoom in or destinations list, the system will out are: Active Guidance View disable the move and delete functions. The system will not allow . Touch + or – to zoom in or out on When a destination is chosen and a the final destination to be deleted. the map. navigation session is active, the navigation . Double tap with one finger to zoom in or system enters into an Active Guidance Map Information single tap with two fingers to zoom out View (AGV). Road network attributes are contained in the on the map. Map Orientation map database for map information. . Use the index finger and thumb to zoom Attributes include information such as street out by pinching and then zoom in by Touch A on the map to access map names, street addresses, and turn spreading those two fingers on the map. orientation settings. Map orientation is 3D restrictions. A detailed area includes all Heading Up by default. Map Gestures and Map Scale major highways, service roads, and Available settings are: residential roads. The detailed areas include Use the following gestures on the . 3D Heading Up (Default): 3D map with Places of Interest (POIs) such as restaurants, infotainment display to adjust the map scale the vehicle pointing up. In this mode, the and display options. current location icon will always head up . Pinch to zoom in or out. and the map will rotate around it. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

148 Infotainment System . 2D Heading Up: 2D map with the vehicle Junction View then touch Map Preferences to access pointing up. In this mode, the current When a vehicle is on the highway and Auto-Zoom. This feature can be enabled or location icon will always head up and the approaching the exit, an image displays the disabled. map will rotate around it. lane that the vehicle must stay in to Directions . 2D North Up: 2D map with North pointing complete the next maneuver. up. In this mode, the current location icon Touch the menu option next to the next will shift as the vehicle turns left and Quick-Turn View turn street name to display Directions. right. Directions displays the turns and directions Touch the icon to change the map type. The from the current location to the final icon and label will also update accordingly. destination. Depending on the zoom level of the 2D Editing Directions Heading Up and 3D Heading Up maps, the Directions can be edited by choosing y, system may automatically switch to the 2D which expands the list to fill the display and North Up map. enters the Edit Mode. While in Edit Mode, When in AGV, the entire route can be an unwanted route segment can be viewed in 2D North Up by touching the When the vehicle is approaching a turn with removed from the route by touching Y next traffic bar. The map will zoom out and the next turn following in quick succession, to the segment. A pop-up appears to readjust to display the full route. When in a quick-turn list appears below the primary confirm segment removal. 2D North Up Route View, the Recenter icon turn indicator. An audio prompt will When the route segment has been removed, will appear in the middle of the display. announce the quick turn. Touch either the Recenter icon or the traffic all segments are replaced by an activity bar again to return to the previous view, Auto-Zoom indicator while the new route is recalculated. When the recalculation is either 2D or 3D. When approaching a maneuver, the map complete, the activity indicator is replaced will automatically zoom in to show both the Lane Guidance with the new route segments. vehicle icon and the upcoming maneuver to The map will display the lane information give a better view of the maneuver. Once for the upcoming maneuver if it is available. the maneuver is complete, the system will zoom back to the previous zoom level. Touch A on the map to access Settings, Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 149 Highway Exits List Destination, and Traffic Indicator are Incident Reports (If Equipped) displayed in a panel pinned on the right of Incident report icons, along with traffic flow the display. data, display on the map during both active Navigation Next Turn Maneuver Alert and inactive guidance. If the Navigation application is not open End Route when a near maneuver prompt is given, it is Touch Cancel at the top right corner to end shown as an alert. Touch the alert to go to active guidance and return to inactive the main navigation view or touch z to guidance. If active guidance is canceled dismiss the alert. before the destination has been reached, a pop-up option to Resume Trip will appear. Touch C to open the Exit list. This icon Repeat Voice Guidance displays next to the current street name Resume Trip near the bottom of the display. The icon The trip can be resumed if it was canceled only appears when on a highway with by touching the Resume Trip pop-up option. defined exits. If the system has determined that the While traveling on roads with designated destination has been reached, either because exits, an Exit list may be available. The Exit the arrival view displayed or the destination list displays the exit number, distance to the This symbol indicates the next guidance has been passed, the Resume Trip option exit from the current vehicle position, and maneuver. Touch it to repeat the last will not appear. convenience stops that may be available, spoken guidance instruction. Favorites such as gas, coffee, food, and lodging. Incident Alert (If Equipped) Next Maneuver Menu The navigation favorites can have contacts, During active guidance, if the system addresses, or POIs that have been saved When in Active Guidance, the Next determines that there is an incident ahead through the favorite icon on the Maneuver Turn Arrow, Street Name, and but there is not a better route, the system details view. Maneuver Distance are shown in the Next will play a tone and show a Quick Notice. Maneuver at the top of the display This will only show once per incident. overlaying the map. ETA, Distance to Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

150 Infotainment System Accessing Favorites Recenter Position Icon Smart POI Icons on Map (If Equipped) In the Nav application, view the Favorites Touch the Recenter Position arrow in the list by touching H in the search bar along middle of the map view to reset the map to the top of the Nav map view. If the search the current location. bar is closed, touch } and select H. Last Parked Location Saving Favorites The Last Parked Location is the last location Favorites can be added from a number of the vehicle engine was turned off. That the system’s applications. Touch the location is displayed in the first row of the favorites icon to save content as a favorite. Recents list. Touching the last Parked Location shows the Address Details view to The smart POI icons such as fuel stations Renaming Navigation Favorites either save the address or drive to it. The and parking may appear based on time, Last Parked Location can be deleted by 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home location, driver search behavior, driving entering the Edit display. Once the Last Page and touch the System tab. conditions, and vehicle conditions. 2. Touch Favorites to access the Manage Parked Location is deleted, it no longer Touch a smart POI icon to open the Favorites option. appears in the Recents list, unless the vehicle is started at that location again. corresponding details: 3. Touch a saved Navigation favorite to . Left side: Name and address of the POI. access the edit icon. Touch the edit icon Show POI Icons to rename the favorite. . Right side: E + ETE (Estimated Time To see the POI categories, touch Options, Enroute.) 4. Touch Save to store the renamed then touch Show on Map. Up to eight favorite. categories of icons can be selected. Smart Fuel Station Icons Recents Fuel station prices are shown if available for nearby stations when the vehicle is low Touch H to access a list of recent on fuel. destinations. Smart Parking Icons When reaching a densely populated destination and the system determines that parking may be limited, the system will Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 151 attempt to display nearby parking Search While in Motion with No Front Seat OnStar System destinations with pricing information, Passenger Present if available. With a connected plan, an OnStar Advisor The search display will not allow changes or can download a destination to the vehicle or Report an Issue Using POI Details (If text input with the keyboard when the into the built-in navigation system. Equipped) vehicle is in motion. As a result, a display In the POI details page, a POI issue can be showing three rows of the most commonly reported if the data is not accurate or the used categories appears. Touching the search address is incorrect. Touch Report an Issue box will activate speech recognition. near the bottom of the display to access the Search While in Motion with Front Seat issue selection page. Touch one of the Passenger Present predefined issues on the selection page, If the system detects that the front seat then touch Send. The system will send the passenger is present with both driver and information for analysis. passenger seat belts buckled, touching the Search search icon will display an alert message Touch OnStar Services on the Home Page to Touch Search on the infotainment display to that allows the passenger to search for a access the OnStar menu. Touch Turn-by-Turn open the search display. It has a search field destination as if the vehicle were stopped. Directions icon while on the Services tab of entry box, quick category icon shortcuts, Connected Navigation the OnStar menu. recents icon, favorites icon, and keyboard. Connected Navigation is a subscription Turn-by-Turn Navigation Auto Complete service that enables certain capabilities Enter a partial location in the field entry box within the navigation system, such as on the search display. Auto complete will Traffic, Smart Search/Routing, and Predictive attempt to complete the destination based Navigation capabilities. The system will on what is being entered. Touch the show an alert when the subscription is suggested item to search. expiring and will ask to renew the plan. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

152 Infotainment System If equipped, after touching the Turn-by-Turn Global Positioning System (GPS) Vehicle Positioning Directions icon, select destinations from Recents or Favorites. Recents or Favorites If equipped, the position of the vehicle is At times, the position of the vehicle on the will be empty if this is the first use. To find determined by using satellite signals, various map could be inaccurate due to one or more new locations, touch OnStar Advisor, Home vehicle signals, and map data. of the following reasons: Directions, Place Voice Search, or Address At times, other interference such as the . The road system has changed. Voice Search. satellite condition, road configuration, . The vehicle is driving on slippery road Lane Guidance condition of the vehicle, and/or other surfaces such as sand, gravel, or snow. circumstances can affect the navigation . The vehicle is traveling on winding roads system's ability to determine the accurate or long, straight roads. position of the vehicle. . The vehicle is approaching a tall building The GPS shows the current position of the or a large vehicle. vehicle using signals sent by GPS satellites. . The surface streets run parallel to a When the vehicle is not receiving signals freeway. from the satellites, a symbol appears in the . The vehicle has been transferred by a status bar. vehicle carrier or a ferry. This system might not be available or . The current position calibration is set When available, the system will show the interference can occur if any of the incorrectly. best lane(s) to be in for the next maneuver. following are true: . The vehicle is traveling at high speed. Cancel a Route . Signals are obstructed by tall buildings, . The vehicle changes directions more than trees, large trucks, or a tunnel. once, or the vehicle is turning on a turn If a route is in progress using either the . Satellites are being repaired or improved. table in a parking lot. vehicle navigation system or the Turn-by-Turn route, and a new route is For more information if the GPS is not . The vehicle is entering and/or exiting a requested, the current route in progress will functioning properly, see Problems with parking lot, garage, or a lot with a roof. be canceled. Route Guidance 0 153 and . The GPS signal is not received. 0 If the System Needs Service 153. . A roof carrier is installed on the vehicle. . Tire chains are installed on the vehicle. . The tires are replaced or worn. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 153 . The tire pressure for the tires is incorrect. . Automatic rerouting might display a route updated periodically, provided that the map . This is the first navigation use after the returning to the set waypoint if heading information has changed and the vehicle has map data is updated. for a destination without passing through a relevant service plan. a set waypoint. . The 12-volt battery has been disconnected See www.gmnavdisc.com for details on for several days. . The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle ordering, purchasing, and installing a new or . The vehicle is driving in heavy traffic due to a regulation by time or season or replacement SD card. Features are subject to where driving is at low speeds, and the any other regulation which may be given. change. For more information on this vehicle is stopped and started repeatedly. . Some routes might not be searched. feature, see my.chevrolet.com/learn. . The route to the destination might not be If the vehicle is equipped with Connected Problems with Route Guidance shown if there are new roads, if roads Navigation, which is a subscription service Inappropriate route guidance can occur have recently changed, or if certain roads that enables certain features of the are not listed in the map data. See Maps navigation system, such as Traffic, Smart under one or more of the following 0 conditions: 145. Search/Routing, and Predictive Navigation, . The turn was not made on the road To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the then the system will download the latest indicated. map, park with the vehicle running for two map data from the cloud. to five minutes, until the vehicle position . Route guidance might not be available Database Coverage Explanations when using automatic rerouting for the updates. Make sure the vehicle is parked in next right or left turn. a location that is safe and has a clear view Coverage areas vary with respect to the of the sky and away from large level of map detail available for any given . The route might not be changed when obstructions. using automatic rerouting. area. Some areas feature greater levels of detail than others. If this happens, it does . There is no route guidance when turning If the System Needs Service not mean there is a problem with the at an intersection. If the navigation system needs service, see system. As the map data is updated, more . Plural names of places might be your dealer. detail can become available for areas that announced occasionally. previously had limited detail. See Map Data . It could take a long time to operate Map Data Updates Updates 0 153. automatic rerouting during high-speed The map data in the vehicle is the most driving. up-to-date information available when the vehicle was produced. The map data is Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

154 Infotainment System Voice Recognition command. Another example of a one-shot Once voice recognition is started, both the Destination Entry command is, “Directions to infotainment display and instrument cluster If equipped, voice recognition allows for Place of Interest at .” If these show the selections and visual dialog hands-free operation within the navigation, commands do not work, try saying, “Take content. These displays can be turned on or audio, phone, and weather applications. This me to Place of Interest” or “Find address” off in the Tutorial Mode under Settings feature can be started by pressing g on the and the system will walk you through by 0 164. steering wheel or touching g on the asking additional questions. There are three voice prompt modes infotainment display. Hybrid Speech Recognition supported: . Informative verbal prompts: This type of However, not all features within these areas If equipped, this feature helps distinguish prompt will provide more information are supported by voice commands. words by using Internet-based information regarding the supported actions. Generally, only complex tasks that require along with the system’s voice recognition multiple manual interactions to complete database. This allows you to speak more . Short prompts: This type of prompt will are supported by voice commands. naturally when using voice recognition. provide simple instructions about what For example, tasks that take more than one can be stated. or two touches, such as a song or artist to Using Voice Recognition . Auto informative prompts: This type of play from a media device, would be Voice recognition becomes available once prompt plays during the first few speech supported by voice commands. Other tasks, the system has been initialized. This begins sessions, then automatically switches to like adjusting the volume or seeking up or when the ignition is turned on. Initialization the short prompt after some experience down, are audio features that are easily may take a few moments. has been gained through using the performed by touching one or two options, system. 1. Press on the steering wheel controls and are not supported by voice commands. g to activate voice recognition. If a command is not spoken, the voice recognition system says a help prompt. In general there are flexible ways to speak 2. The audio system mutes and the system commands for completing the tasks. plays a prompt. Prompts and Infotainment Displays If your language supports it, try stating a 3. Clearly speak one of the commands While a voice recognition session is active, one-shot command, such as “Directions to described in this section. there may be corresponding options address .” Do not include the ZIP code be interrupted while it is playing by made by manually touching the option, while stating the address during the pressing g again. or by speaking the number for the option to Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 155 select. Manual interaction in the voice Natural Language Commands The system responds by requesting more recognition session is permitted. Interaction Most languages do not support natural details. For other POIs, say the name of a during a voice session may be completed language commands in sentence form. For category like “Restaurants,”“Shopping entirely using voice commands while some those languages, use direct commands like Malls,” or “Hospitals.” manual commands may expedite a task. If a the examples shown on the display. . Navigating to a destination outside of the selection is made using a manual control, current country takes more than one the voice recognition dialog will progress in Helpful Hints for Speaking Commands command. The first command is to tell the same way as if the selection were made the system where the navigation will take using a voice command. Once the system Voice recognition can understand commands that are naturally stated in sentence form or place, such as an Address, Intersection, completes the task, or the session is POI, or Contact. If Address or Intersection terminated, the voice recognition dialog direct commands that state the application and the task. is selected, the second command is to stops. say, “Change Country.” Once the system An example of this type of manual For best results: responds, say the country before saying intervention is touching an entry of a . Listen for the prompt before saying a the rest of the address and/or displayed number list instead of speaking command or reply. intersection. the number associated with the entry . Speak the command naturally, not too If POI is asked for, say “Change Location,” desired. fast, not too slow. then “Change Country.” Canceling Voice Recognition . Use direct commands without a lot of Direct commands might be more clearly extra words. For example, “Call understood by the system. An example of a . Touch or say “Cancel” or “Exit” to at work,”“Play” followed by the artist or terminate the voice recognition session direct command would be “Call .” song name, or “Tune” followed by the Examples of these direct commands are and show the display where voice radio station number. recognition was initiated. displayed on most of the screens while a . Navigation destinations can be made in a voice session is active. If “Phone” or “Phone . Press i on the steering wheel controls single command using keywords. A few Commands,” is spoken, the system to terminate the voice recognition session examples are: “I want directions to an understands that a phone call is requested and show the display where voice address,”“I need to find a place of and will respond with questions until recognition was initiated. interest or (POI),” or “Find contact.” enough details are gathered to make a call. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

156 Infotainment System If a cell phone number has been saved with The Back Command “Tune to FM” : Tune to the a name and a place, the direct command Say “Back” or touch the Back icon on the radio station whose frequency is identified should include both, for example “Call infotainment display to go to the in the command (like “one oh one at work.” previous menu. point one”). Using Voice Recognition for List Options If in voice recognition, and “Back” is spoken “Tune to AM HD” : Tune all the way back to the starting display, and to the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose When a list is displayed, a voice prompt will frequency is identified in the command. ask to confirm or select an option from then “Back” is spoken one more time, the that list. voice recognition session will cancel. “Tune to FM HD” : Tune to Help the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose When a display contains a list, there may be frequency is identified in the command. options that are available but not displayed. Say “Help” on any voice recognition display The list on a voice recognition screen and the help prompt for the display is “Tune to FM HD ” : Tune to the HD Radio displays. Scrolling or flinging can be used to station (if equipped) whose frequency and help display other entries from the list. Voice Recognition for the Radio HD channel are identified in the command. Manually scrolling or paging the list on a If browsing the audio sources when voice is “Tune to SXM ” : display during a voice recognition session touched, the voice recognition commands Tune to the SiriusXM radio station whose suspends the current voice recognition event for AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if equipped) are channel number is identified in the and plays the prompt “Please select available. command. manually or touch the Back icon on the “Switch to AM” : Switch bands to AM and “Tune to SXM ” : Tune infotainment display to try again.” tune to the last AM radio station. to the SiriusXM radio station whose channel name is identified in the command. If manual selection takes more than “Switch to FM” : Switch bands to FM and 15 seconds, the session terminates and tune to the last FM radio station. Voice Recognition for Audio MyMedia prompts that it has timed out. The display returns to the display where voice “Switch to SXM” : Switch bands to SiriusXM The available voice recognition commands recognition was initiated. and tune to the last SiriusXM channel. for [browsing] MyMedia are: “Tune to AM” : Tune to “Play Artist” : Begin a dialog to enter a the radio station whose frequency is specific artist name. identified in the command (like “nine fifty”). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 157 “Play Artist ” : Begin playback “Play Chapter ” : Begin Changes to voice commands due to media of a specific artist. playback of a specific chapter. content limits are: “Play Album” : Begin a dialog to enter a “Play Audiobook” : Begin a dialog to enter . Files including other individual files of all specific album name. a specific audiobook. media types such as songs, audiobook chapters, podcast episodes, and videos. “Play Album ” : Begin “Play Audiobook ” : playback of a specific album. Begin playback of a specific audiobook. . Album type folders including types such as albums and audiobooks. “Play Song” : Begin a dialog to enter a “Play Episode” : Begin a dialog to enter a specific song name. specific name. There are no restrictions if the number of files and albums is fewer than 12,000. When “Play Song ” : Begin playback “Play Episode ” : Begin the number of files connected to the system of a specific song, if available. playback of a specific episode. is between 12,000 and 24,000, the content “Play Genre” : Begin a dialog to enter a “Play Podcast” : Begin a dialog to enter a cannot be accessed directly with one specific genre. specific podcast. command like “Play .” “Play Genre ” : Begin “Play Podcast ” : Begin The restriction is that the command “Play playback of a specific genre. playback of a specific podcast. Song” must be spoken first; the system will then ask for the song name. The reply “Play Playlist” : Begin a dialog to enter a “My Media” : Begin a dialog to enter the command would be to say the name of the specific playlist name. desired media content. song to play. “Play Playlist ” : Begin Handling Large Amounts of Media Content Similar limits exist for album content. playback of a specific playlist. It is expected that large amounts of media If there are more than 12,000 albums, but “Play ” : Play music from a content will be brought into the vehicle. fewer than 24,000, the content cannot be specific device identified by name. The It may be necessary to handle large accessed directly with one command like, device name is the name displayed on the amounts of media content in a different “Play .” The command “Play display when the device is first selected as way than smaller amounts of media. The Album” must first be spoken; the system an audio source. system may limit the options of voice will then ask for the album name. The reply recognition by not allowing selection of files would be to say the name of the album “Play Chapter” : Begin a dialog to enter a to play. specific name. by voice at the highest level if the number of files exceeds the maximum limit. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

158 Infotainment System Once the number of files has exceeded “Address” : Begin a dialog to enter a “Call At Home,”“At Work,”“On approximately 24,000, there is no support specific destination address, which includes Mobile,” or “On Other” : Initiate a call to a for accessing the songs directly through the entire address consisting of the house stored contact and location at home, at voice commands. There will still be access to number, street name, city, state/province, work, on mobile device, or on another the media content by using commands for and country. Do not include the ZIP code. phone. playlists, artists, and genres. “Place of Interest” : Begin a dialog to enter “Call ” : Initiate a call The access commands for playlists, artists, a destination Place of Interest category or to a cell phone number of seven digits, 10 and genres are prohibited after the number major brand name. digits, or three digit emergency numbers. of this type of media exceeds 12,000. The name must be precisely spoken. “Pair Phone” : Begin the Bluetooth pairing The system will provide feedback the first Nicknames or short names for the process. Follow the instructions on the time voice recognition is initiated if it has businesses will not likely be found. Lesser infotainment display. become apparent that any of these limits known businesses might have to be located “Redial” : Initiate a call to the last dialed are reached during a device initializing by category, such as fast food, hotels, number. process. or banks. “Switch Phone” : Select a different Voice recognition performance will degrade “Navigate to Contact” : Begin a dialog to connected cell phone for outgoing calls. to some extent based on many factors when enter a specific destination contact name. “Voice Keypad” : Begin a dialog to enter adding large amounts of data to recognize. “Cancel Route” : End route guidance. If this is the case, perhaps accessing songs special numbers like international numbers. through playlists or artist name would work “Take Me Home” : Create a route to a The numbers can be entered in groups of better. stored home location. digits with each group of digits being repeated back by the system. If the group Voice Recognition for Navigation (If Voice Recognition for the Phone of digits is not correct, the command Equipped) “Call ” : Initiate a call to a “Delete” will remove the last group of digits “Navigation” : Begin a dialog to enter stored contact. The command may include and allow them to be re-entered. Once the specific destination information. location if the contact has location numbers entire number has been entered, the stored. command “Call” will start dialing the “Navigation Commands” : Begin a dialog to number. enter specific destination information. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 159 Phone Assistant Voice Recognition . Review the controls and operation of the i : Press to end a call, decline a call, infotainment system. or cancel an operation. Press to mute or Press and hold on the steering wheel g . Pair mobile device(s) to the vehicle. The unmute the infotainment system when not controls to pass through and launch Google system may not work with all mobile on a call. phone assistant or Siri. devices. See “Pairing” later in this section. Infotainment System Controls For the low radio, whether connected by Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a For information about how to navigate the Bluetooth or phone projection, the only Bluetooth-capable mobile device with a available voice recognition is either Siri menu system using the infotainment Hands-Free Profile to make and receive controls, see Using the System 0 131. (iPhone) or the Google Assistant (Android). phone calls. The infotainment system and voice recognition are used to control the Audio System Phone system. The system can be used while the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. The When using the Bluetooth mobile device Bluetooth (Overview) range of the Bluetooth system can be up to system, sound comes through the vehicle's 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all mobile devices support front audio system speakers and overrides The Bluetooth-capable system can interact the audio system. The volume level while on with many mobile devices, allowing: all functions and not all mobile devices work with the Bluetooth system. See a mobile device call can be adjusted by . Placement and receipt of calls in a my.chevrolet.com for more information pressing the steering wheel controls or the hands-free mode. about compatible mobile devices. volume control on the center stack. The . Sharing of the device’s address book or adjusted volume level remains in memory contact list with the vehicle. Controls for later calls. The volume cannot be lowered beyond a certain level. To minimize driver distraction, before Use the controls on the center stack and the driving, and with the vehicle parked: steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a . Become familiar with the features of the system. Phone) mobile device. Organize the phone book Steering Wheel Controls and contact lists clearly and delete Pairing duplicate or rarely used entries. g : Press to answer incoming calls and start A Bluetooth-enabled mobile device must be If possible, program speed dial or other voice recognition on your connected paired to the Bluetooth system and then shortcuts. Bluetooth mobile device. connected to the vehicle before it can be Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

160 Infotainment System used. See the mobile device manufacturer's cell phone which was used last. To link to for information on this process. Once the user guide for Bluetooth functions before a different paired cell phone, see “Linking cell phone is paired, it will show under pairing the device. to a Different Phone” later in this section. Connected. Pairing Information Pairing a Phone 8. If the vehicle name does not appear on . If no mobile device has been connected, 1. Make sure Bluetooth has been enabled your cell phone, there are a few ways to the Phone main page on the infotainment on the cell phone before the pairing start the pairing process over: display will show the Connect Phone process is started. . Turn the cell phone off and then back on. option. Touch this option to connect. 2. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page Another way to connect is to touch the or the phone icon on the shortcut tray . Go back to the beginning of the Phones tab at the top right of the display near the bottom of the display. Phone menus on the infotainment and then touch Add Phone. display and restart the pairing 3. Touch Phones at the top of the process. . A Bluetooth smartphone with music infotainment display. There is also a capability can be paired to the vehicle as Connect Phones option in the middle of . Reset the cell phone, but this step a smartphone and a music player at the the Phone display which will shortcut to should be done as a last effort. same time. the Phone List menu. 9. If the cell phone prompts to accept . Up to 10 devices can be paired to the 4. Touch Add Phone. connection or allow phone book Bluetooth system. download, touch Always Accept and . The pairing process is disabled when the 5. Select the vehicle name shown on the Allow. The phone book may not be vehicle is moving. infotainment display from your cell available if not accepted. phone’s Bluetooth Settings list. . Pairing only needs to be completed once, 10. Repeat Steps 1−8 to pair additional cell unless the pairing information on the cell 6. Follow the instructions on the cell phone phones. to confirm the six-digit code showing on phone changes or the cell phone is First to Connect Paired Phones deleted from the system. the infotainment display and touch Pair. The code on the cell phone and . If multiple paired cell phones are within If multiple paired cell phones are within infotainment display will need to be range of the system, the system connects to range of the system, the system connects acknowledged for a successful pair. to the paired cell phone that is set to the paired cell phone that is set as First to First to Connect. If there is no cell phone 7. Start the pairing process on the cell Connect. To enable a paired cell phone as set to First to Connect, it will link to the phone to be paired to the vehicle. See the First to Connect phone: the cell phone manufacturer's user guide 1. Make sure the cell phone is turned on. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 161 2. Touch Settings, then touch System. If needed, touch the Secondary Phone while 3. Touch the information icon next to the 3. Touch Phones to access all paired and all in the Phones list to swap it into the connected cell phone to display the cell connected cell phones and mobile Outgoing and Incoming role. This role makes phone’s or mobile device’s information devices. it possible to place outgoing calls from the display. Contacts and Recents list. 4. Touch the information icon to the right 4. Touch Forget Device. of the cell phone to open the cell Listing All Paired and Connected Phones Linking to a Different Phone phone’s settings menu. 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page To link to a different cell phone, the new 5. Touch the First to Connect option, to or the phone icon on the shortcut tray cell phone must be in the vehicle and paired enable the setting for that device. near the bottom of the display. to the Bluetooth system. Cell phones and mobile devices can be 2. Touch Phones. 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page added, removed, connected, and Disconnecting a Connected Phone or the phone icon on the shortcut tray disconnected. A sub-menu will display 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. near the bottom of the display. whenever a request is made to add or 2. Touch Phones. manage cell phones and mobile devices. 2. Touch Phones. 3. Touch the new cell phone to link to from Secondary Phone 3. Touch the information icon next to the connected cell phone or mobile device to the not connected phone list. See “First A cell phone can be enabled as a Secondary show the cell phone’s or mobile device’s to Connect Paired Phones” and Phone by touching the information icon to information display. “Secondary Phone” previously in this section. the right of the paired cell phone name to 4. Touch Disconnect. open the phone settings menu. If a cell Switching to Handset or phone is enabled as a Secondary Phone, it Deleting a Paired Phone Handsfree Mode can connect simultaneously alongside 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page another Bluetooth mobile device. In doing or the phone icon on the shortcut tray To switch between handset or so, the Secondary Phone will be labeled as near the bottom of the display. handsfree mode: Incoming Calls. This means the mobile 2. Touch Phones. . While the active call is hands-free, touch device can only receive calls. The Address the Handset option to switch to the Book of a Secondary Phone will not be handset mode. available and hands-free outgoing calls cannot be placed using this cell phone. The mute icon will not be available or functional while Handset mode is active. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

162 Infotainment System . While the active call is on the handset, 2. Touch Recents. . Press g on the steering wheel controls. touch the Handset option to switch to the 3. Touch the name or number to call. . Touch Answer on the infotainment hands-free mode. display. Making a Call Using the Keypad Making a Call Using Contacts and Recent Declining a Call Calls To make a call by dialing the numbers: There are two ways to decline a call: 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. Calls can be made through the Bluetooth . Press i on the steering wheel controls. system using personal cell phone contact 2. Touch Keypad and enter a phone information for all cell phones that support number. . Touch Ignore on the infotainment display. the Phone Book feature. Become familiar 3. Touch # on the infotainment display to Call Waiting with the cell phone settings and operation. start dialing the number. Verify the cell phone supports this feature. Call waiting must be supported on the Searching Contacts Using the Keypad Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the The Contacts menu accesses the phone book wireless service carrier to work. stored in the cell phone. To search for contacts using the keypad: Accepting a Call The Recents menu accesses the recents call 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. list from your cell phone. 2. Touch Keypad and enter partial phone Press g to answer, then touch Switch on the infotainment display. To make a call using the Contacts menu: numbers or contact names using the digits on the keypad to search. 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. Declining a Call Results will show on the right side of the Press to decline, then touch Ignore on 2. Touch Contacts. display. Touch one to place a call. i 3. The Contacts list can be searched by the infotainment display using the first character. Touch A-Z on Accepting or Declining a Call Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting the infotainment display to scroll When an incoming call is received, the Calls Only) through the list of names. infotainment system mutes and a ring tone To switch between calls, touch Phone on the Touch the name to call. is heard in the vehicle. Home Page to display Call View. While in 4. Touch the desired contact number to call. Accepting a Call Call View, touch the call information of the call on hold to change calls. To make a call using the Recents menu: There are two ways to accept a call: 1. Touch Phone on the Home Page. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 163 Three-Way Calling Apple CarPlay and Android Auto The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons on the Home Page will illuminate depending Three-way calling must be supported on the If equipped, Android Auto and/or Apple on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the CarPlay capability may be available through Apple CarPlay may automatically launch wireless service carrier to work. a compatible smartphone. If available, the upon USB connection. If not, touch the To start a three-way call while in a Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons will Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the current call: change from gray to color on the Home Home Page to launch. Page of the infotainment display. 1. In the Call View, touch Add Call to add Press { on the center stack to return to the To use Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay: another call. Home Page. 2. Initiate the second call by selecting from For Wired Phone Projection For Wireless Phone Projection Recents, Contacts, or Keypad. 1. Download the Android Auto app to your 3. When the second call is active, touch the smartphone from the Google Play store. Verify your phone is wireless compatible by merge icon to conference the three-way There is no app required for Apple visiting the Google Android Auto or Apple call together. CarPlay. CarPlay support page. 1. Download the Android Auto app to your Ending a Call 2. Connect your Android phone or Apple iPhone by using the factory-provided smartphone from the Google Play store. . Press i on the steering wheel controls. phone USB cable and plugging into a There is no app required for Apple CarPlay. . Touch # on the infotainment display, USB data port. For best performance, it is next to a call, to end only that call. highly recommended to use the device’s 2. For first time connection, there are two factory-provided USB cable, which should ways to set up wireless projection: Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones be replaced after significant wear to . Connect your Android phone or Apple The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send maintain connection quality. Aftermarket iPhone by using the factory-provided numbers during a call. This is used when or third-party cables may not work. phone USB cable and plugging into a calling a menu-driven phone system. Use the 3. When the phone is first connected to USB data port. For best performance, Keypad to enter the number. activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, it is highly recommended to use the accept the terms and conditions on both device’s factory-provided USB cable, the infotainment system and the phone. which should be replaced after 4. Follow the instructions on the phone. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

164 Infotainment System significant wear to maintain 2. Select Phones Press { on the center stack to exit Android connection quality. Aftermarket or 3. Touch 4 next to the phone to be Auto or Apple CarPlay. To enter back into third-party cables may not work. disconnected. Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and . Connecting the phone over Bluetooth. hold { on the center stack. See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 159 or 4. Turn off Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can be Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) Press { on the center stack to return to the 0 159. disabled from the infotainment system. To Home Page. do this, touch Home, Settings, and then 3. Make sure wireless is turned on the Features are subject to change. For further touch the Apps tab along the top of the phone for wireless projection to work. information on how to set up Android Auto display. Use the On/Off toggled to turn off 4. When the phone is first connected to and Apple CarPlay in the vehicle, see Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, my.chevrolet.com. agree to the terms and conditions on Android Auto is provided by Google and is Settings both the infotainment system and the subject to Google’s terms and privacy policy. phone. Certain settings can be managed in the Apple CarPlay is provided by Apple and is Owner Center sites when an account is 5. Follow the instructions on the phone. subject to Apple’s terms and privacy policy. established, and may be modified if other Data plan rates apply. For Android Auto The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons users have accessed the vehicle or created support and to see if your phone is on the Home Page will illuminate depending accounts. This may result in changes to the compatible, see https://support.google.com/ on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or security or functionality of the infotainment androidauto. For Apple CarPlay support and Apple CarPlay may automatically launch system. Some settings may also be to see if your phone is compatible, see upon wireless connection. If not, touch the transferred to a new vehicle, if equipped. For www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple or Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the instructions, in the U.S. see Google may change or suspend availability Home Page to launch. my.chevrolet.com or in Canada see at any time. Android Auto, Android, Google, mychevrolet.ca or monchevrolet.ca. Wireless Carplay and/or Wireless Android Google Play, and other marks are Auto may experience occasional service trademarks of Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a Refer to the User Terms and Privacy disruption due to outside Wi-Fi interference. trademark of Apple Inc. Statement for important details. To view, To disconnect the phones wireless touch the Settings icon on the Home Page projection: of the infotainment display. 1. Select Settings from the Home Page. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 165 The settings menu may be organized into . Set Time: Touch to manually set the time Phones using the controls on the infotainment four categories. Select the desired category Touch to connect to a different cell phone or display. by touching System, Apps, Vehicle, mobile device source, disconnect a cell or Personal. . Set Date: Touch to manually set the date phone or media device, or delete a cell To access the personalization menus: using the controls on the infotainment phone or media device. display. 1. Touch Settings on the Home Page on the Wi-Fi Networks infotainment display. . Automatic Time Zone (If Equipped): Touch Off or On to disable or enable automatic This will show connected and available Wi-Fi 2. Touch the desired category to display a update of the time zone based on vehicle networks. list of available options. location. When this feature is on, the If a 4G LTE data package is not active on the 3. Touch to select the desired feature time zone cannot be manually set. vehicle, the infotainment system can be setting. . Select Time Zone: Touch to manually set connected to an external protected Wi-Fi 4. Touch the options on the infotainment the time zone. Touch a time zone from network, such as a mobile device or home display to disable or enable a feature. the list. hotspot, to utilize connected services. 5. Touch z to go to the top level of the . Use 24-hour Format: Touch to specify the Wi-Fi Hotspot Settings menu. clock format shown. Touch and the following may display: Touch Off or On to disable or enable. System . Wi-Fi Services: This allows devices to use Language The menu may contain the following: the vehicle hotspot. This will set the display language used on Touch the controls on the infotainment Time / Date the infotainment display. It may also use display to disable or enable. Use the following features to set the clock: the selected language for voice recognition . Wi-Fi Name: Touch to change the vehicle . Automatic Time and Date: Touch Off or and audio feedback. Touch Language and Wi-Fi name. touch the appropriate language. On to enable or disable automatic update . Wi-Fi Password: Touch to change the of the time and date. When this feature vehicle Wi-Fi password. is on, the time and date cannot be . Connected Devices: Touch to show manually set. connected devices. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

166 Infotainment System . Share Hotspot Data: Touch On to allow . Types: This setting lists all . Turn Display Off: Touch to turn the devices to use the vehicle hotspot and its Android-defined as dangerous permissions display off. Touch anywhere on the data, or touch Off to allow devices to currently used by the infotainment infotainment display or press any only use the vehicle hotspot but not system, the number of applications that infotainment control on the center stack its data. have requested this permission, and the again to turn the display on. Privacy number of applications that are allowed Sounds to use this permission. Touch and the following may display: . Used By Applications: This setting lists all Touch and the following may display: . Location Services: This setting enables or applications that are requested or are . Maximum Startup Volume: This feature disables sharing of vehicle location using Android-defined as dangerous adjusts the maximum volume of the outside the vehicle. Emergency services permissions. Only requested and active infotainment system when you start your will not be affected when Off is selected. permissions are shown. vehicle. To set the maximum startup volume, touch the controls on the . Data Services: If equipped, this setting Display determines if data sharing can be used by infotainment display to increase or features including Wi-Fi, Hotspot, and Touch and the following may display: decrease. applications. Touch Off to disable data . Mode: This adjusts the appearance of the . Audio Cues: This feature determines if services. Emergency services and phone navigation map view and any sounds play when the infotainment calls, such as calls with OnStar Advisors or downloaded apps optimized for day or system starts up and shuts down. This others, will not be affected when Off is night time conditions. Set to Auto for the feature can be turned off or on. selected. display to automatically adjust based on . Set Audio Cue Volume: This setting . Voice Recognition Sharing: This setting bright/dark conditions. controls the volume of Audio Cues played determines if voice commands can be Touch Auto, Day, or Night to adjust the on startup and shut down. Touch the shared with a cloud-based voice display. controls on the infotainment display to recognition system. Touch Off to prevent . Calibrate Touchscreen: Touch to calibrate increase or decrease. the sharing and possible recording of your the infotainment display and follow the . Audible Touch Feedback: This setting voice commands with this system. This prompts. determines if a sound plays when may limit the system’s ability to touching the infotainment display or understand your voice commands and radio controls. This feature can be turned may disable some features. off or on. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 167 Voice the prompt is still playing will To manually check for updates, touch Touch and the following may display: immediately stop playing the current Settings on the Home Page and select the prompt and recognize your command. System tab. Go to the Vehicle Software . Confirm More/Less: This setting specifies Background noise may cause accidental section and touch Updates. Follow the how often the voice recognition system interruptions. Touch Off or On. on-screen prompts. The steps to check for, confirms commands. Touch Confirm More Favorites download, and install updates may vary by to have the system check with you more vehicle. often before acting on your commands. Touch and the following may display: The vehicle can be used normally during the . Prompt Length: This setting specifies the . Manage Favorites: Touch to display a list software download. Once the download is amount of detail the voice recognition of Audio, Phone, and Navigation favorites. system provides when giving you complete, there may be a prompt to accept Favorites can be moved, renamed, feedback. Touch Auto to have the system the installation of the update upon the next or deleted. automatically adjust to your speech ignition cycle or the next time the vehicle is habits. Touch Informative, Short, or Auto. To move, touch and hold the favorite, and shifted into P (Park). For most updates, the vehicle will be disabled and cannot be driven . Audio Feedback Speed: Touch Slow, then drag up or down to rearrange the position. during the installation. The system will Medium, or Fast to adjust how quickly deliver messages indicating success or error the voice recognition system speaks. . Set Number of Audio Favorites: Touch to select how many favorites pages can be during and after the download and . Friendly Prompts: This setting adjusts the installation processes. formality of voice prompts. Touch Off for viewed from the audio application. The shorter prompts. Touch On to hear Auto setting will automatically adjust this Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle software prompts with more personality. Touch number based on the number of favorites updates requires Internet connectivity, which Auto to have the prompt match your you have saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, 20, can be accessed through the vehicle’s command style. 25, 30, 35, or 40. built-in 4G LTE connection, if equipped and Updates active. If required, data plans are provided . Tutorial Mode: Touch Off or On to by a third party. Optionally, a secure Wi-Fi provide tutorial feedback on the display. If equipped, the vehicle can download and hotspot such as a compatible mobile device . Allow Prompt Interruptions: This setting install select software updates over a hotspot, home hotspot, or public hotspot controls whether voice commands can be wireless connection. The system will prompt can be used. Applicable data rates may spoken before voice prompts finish. Turn for certain updates to be downloaded and apply. this on to speak commands without installed. There is also an option to check hearing the full prompt. Speaking while for updates manually. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

168 Infotainment System To connect the infotainment system to a Running Applications Touch the controls on the infotainment secured mobile device hotspot, home Touch to see a complete list of applications display to disable or enable. hotspot, or public hotspot, touch Settings on that are currently running on the Apple CarPlay the Home Page, select the System tab, infotainment system. followed by Wi-Fi Networks. Select the This feature allows you to interact directly appropriate Wi-Fi network, and follow the Return to Factory Settings with your mobile device on the infotainment on-screen prompts. Download speeds Touch and the following may display: display. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto may vary. 0 163. . Reset Vehicle Settings: Resets all vehicle On most compatible mobile devices, settings for the current user. Touch the controls on the infotainment display to disable or enable. activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the Touch Reset or Cancel. Settings menu under Mobile Network Apps Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot, . Erase Settings and Personal Data: Erases or similar. app data settings, user profiles, and Touch and the following may display: personal data including navigation and . Update Apps Automatically: This allows Availability of Over-the-Air software updates mobile device data. downloaded applications to be updated varies by vehicle and country. Features are Touch Erase or Cancel. automatically. subject to change. For more information on this feature, see my.chevrolet.com/learn. . Clear Default Applications: Resets Touch the controls on the infotainment preferred applications that have been set display to disable or enable. Preferences to open when selecting a function. No . About Apps: Touch to view the versions Touch the controls on the infotainment application data will be lost. of the shop software. display to disable or enable the download of Touch Clear or Cancel. new updates in the background. Audio Apps About Depending on the current audio source, The menu may contain the following: different options will be available. Touch to view the infotainment system software information. Android Auto Touch and the following may display: This feature allows you to interact directly . Tone Settings: Touch to adjust Equalizer, with your mobile device on the infotainment Fade/Balance, or Sound Mode. See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” in display. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 0 0 163. AM-FM Radio 134. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 169 . Adaptive Volume: This feature adjusts the . HD Radio: This allows HD Radio reception . Auto Cooled Seats: This setting volume based on the vehicle speed. to be turned on or off. automatically turns on and regulates the Touch Off, Low, Medium-Low, Medium, Touch the controls on the infotainment ventilated seats when the cabin Medium-High, or High. display to disable or enable. temperature is warm. . Bose AudioPilot Noise Compensation . Explicit Content Filter: This setting allows Touch the controls on the infotainment Technology: If equipped, this feature access to explicit content SiriusXM display to disable or enable. adjusts the volume based on the noise in channels. . Auto Heated Seats: This setting the vehicle and the speed. Touch Off or On. automatically turns on and regulates the heated seats when the cabin temperature Touch Off or On. . Manage Phones: Select to connect to a is cool. The auto heated seats can be . Manage Favorites: Touch to display a list different phone source, disconnect a turned off by using the heated seat of Audio, Mobile Devices, and Navigation phone, or delete a phone. controls on the center stack. favorites. . Reset Music Index: This allows the music Touch the controls on the infotainment Favorites can be moved, renamed, index to be reset if you are having display to disable or enable. or deleted. difficulty accessing all of the media content on your device. . Auto Defog: This setting automatically To move, touch and hold the favorite, and turns the front defogger on when the Touch Yes or No. then drag up or down to rearrange the vehicle engine is started. position. Climate Touch the controls on the infotainment . Set Number of Audio Favorites: Touch to display to disable or enable. select how many favorites pages can be Touch and the following may display: viewed from the audio application. The . Auto Fan Speed: This setting specifies the . Auto Rear Defog: This setting Auto setting will automatically adjust this amount of airflow when the climate automatically turns the rear window number based on the number of favorites control fan setting is Auto Fan. defogger on when the vehicle engine is you have saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, 20, Touch Low, Medium, or High. started. 25, 30, 35, or 40. . Air Quality Sensor: This setting switches Touch the controls on the infotainment . RDS: If equipped, this allows the Radio the system into Recirculation Mode based display to disable or enable. Data System (RDS) to be turned on or off. on the quality of the outside air. Navigation Touch the controls on the infotainment Touch Off, Low Sensitivity, or High Touch and the following may display: display to disable or enable. Sensitivity. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

170 Infotainment System . Destination Card Preferences This allows the device contacts to re-sync An “unverified user account” pop-up will . Map Preferences if you are having difficulty accessing all of display until the account information . Route Preferences the contacts on your cell phone. verification process has been completed on the Internet. Check your registered e-mail . Navigation Voice Control . Delete All Vehicle Contacts: Touch to delete all vehicle stored contacts. account for an activation e-mail to complete . Traffic Preferences the verification process. . OnStar Phone TTY Mode: This enables . Alert Preferences OnStar cell phone TTY mode. Profile Picture . Fuel Grade Preferences Touch Disable or Enable. . Manage History Touch to choose or change your profile picture. . Predictive Navigation Vehicle Profile Identifiers . About This menu allows adjustment of different See Using the Navigation System 0 142. vehicle features. See Vehicle Personalization Touch to have the vehicle recognize the 0 113. identifier you choose. Phone Touch Vehicle Key 1 and/or Vehicle Key 2. Touch and the following may display: Personal If the Remote Key is lost or stolen, see your . My Number: Displays the cell phone If equipped, this menu allows adjustment of dealer. number of the Bluetooth connected different user profile settings. See “Users” in device. Using the System 0 131 for information on Security setting up user profiles. . Active Call View: Shows active call display Touch to have your profile secured with a when answering a call. The menu may contain the following: Personal Identification Number (PIN). Touch the controls on the infotainment Name Touch No or Yes. display to disable or enable. Touch to edit your user name that will be Vehicle Name . Privacy: Only show call alerts in the displayed in the vehicle. instrument cluster. Touch to edit your vehicle name. Vehicle Account Information Touch Off or On. Vehicle Account Touch to view the vehicle account . Sort Contacts: Touch to sort by first or Touch to view the vehicle account information and to change the account last name. information and to change the account password. . Re-sync Device Contacts: password. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 171 Delete Profile . Change Teen Driver settings. 6. From the Teen Driver menu, touch Touch to remove the profile from the . Change or clear the Teen Driver PIN. Setup Keys. vehicle. . Access or delete Report Card data. . If the transmitter key has not previously been registered, the option Register keys to activate Teen Driver and Touch Remove or Cancel. to add the key displays. Touch Setup assign restrictions to the key: and a confirmation message displays. Teen Driver Any vehicle key can be registered, up to a Teen Driver restrictions will be If equipped, this allows multiple keys to be maximum of eight keys. Label the key to applied whenever this key is used to registered for beginner drivers to encourage tell it apart from the other keys. operate the vehicle. safe driving habits. When the vehicle is For a pushbutton start system: . If the transmitter key has already started with a Teen Driver key, it will 1. Start the engine. been registered, the option to automatically activate certain safety remove the key displays. If Remove is systems, allow setting of some features, and 2. For automatic transmissions, the vehicle touched, the transmitter key is no limit the use of others. The Report Card will must be in P (Park). For manual longer registered. A confirmation record vehicle data about driving behavior transmissions, the vehicle must be message displays, and Teen Driver that can be viewed later. When the vehicle stopped with the parking brake set. restrictions will not be applied if this is started with a registered key, the Driver 3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle transmitter key is used to operate Information Center (DIC) displays a message and then Teen Driver. the vehicle. that Teen Driver is active. 4. Enter the PIN. In vehicles with a pushbutton start system, To access: 5. Place the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) if a Teen Driver and a non-Teen Driver key 1. Touch Settings on the Home Page, then transmitter key you wish to register in are both present at start up, the vehicle will touch Vehicle, and then Teen Driver. the transmitter pocket. The key does not recognize the non-Teen Driver key to start 2. Create a Personal Identification Number need to be the one that started the the vehicle. The Teen Driver settings will not (PIN) by choosing a four-digit PIN. vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) be active. 0 Re-enter the PIN to confirm. To change System Operation 7 for transmitter For a keyed ignition system: pocket location. the PIN, touch Change PIN. 1. Start the engine. The PIN is required to: . Register or unregister keys. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

172 Infotainment System 2. For automatic transmissions, the vehicle On certain vehicles, when the Speed Limiter . An object placed on the front passenger must be in P (Park). For manual is turned ON, the vehicle’s maximum seat, such as a briefcase, handbag, transmissions, the vehicle must be acceleration will be limited. The DIC will grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic stopped with the parking brake set. display a message that the acceleration is device, could cause the passenger sensing 3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle limited. system to falsely sense an unbuckled front passenger and mute the radio. and then Teen Driver. Teen Driver Speed Warning : Allows the If this happens, remove the object from speed warning to be turned on or off. Touch 4. Enter the PIN. the seat. See Passenger Sensing System Set Teen Driver Speed Warning to set the 5. Touch Setup Keys. The system displays 0 55. warning speed. instructions for registering or . Some safety systems, such as Forward unregistering a key. A confirmation Set Teen Driver Speed Warning : Displays a Collision Alert, if equipped, cannot be message displays. warning in the DIC when exceeding a turned off. They may include: Park Assist, Manage Settings selectable speed. Choose the desired speed Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Change Alert, warning level. The speed warning does not Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Audio Volume Limit : Allows the audio limit the speed of the vehicle. Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, volume limit to be turned on or off. Touch SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter (if Pedestrian Braking, Lane Departure Set Audio Volume Limit to choose the Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Daytime maximum allowable audio volume level. equipped) : Allows the SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter to be turned ON or OFF. Running Lamps/Automatic Light Control, Set Audio Volume Limit : Allows a When ON, the teen driver will not be able Traction Control, Stability Control, and maximum radio volume to be set. Use the to listen to SiriusXM stations that contain Antilock Brakes. arrows to choose the maximum allowable explicit content, and the Explicit Content . The gap setting for the Forward Collision level for the audio volume. Filter selection in the Audio Settings will be Alert and Adaptive Cruise Control, Teen Driver Speed Limiter : Limits the unavailable for change. if equipped, cannot be changed. maximum speed of the vehicle. When the When Teen Driver is Active: . When trying to change a safety feature speed limiter is turned on and the vehicle is . The radio will mute when the driver seat that is not configurable in Teen Driver, started with a Teen Driver key, the DIC belt, and in some vehicles the front the feature may be grayed out or displays a message that the top speed is passenger seat belt, is not buckled. The removed from the infotainment menu, limited. audio from any device paired to the or the DIC will display a message vehicle will also be muted. indicating that Teen Driver is active and the action is not available. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 173 . Super Cruise, if equipped, is not available. . Wide Open Throttle – the number of Report Card Data times the accelerator pedal was pressed . Enhanced Low Fuel Warning (if equipped) Cumulative Data is saved for all trips until nearly all the way down. – When the vehicle is low on fuel, the the Report Card is reset or until the low fuel light on the instrument cluster . Forward Collision Alerts (if equipped) – maximum count is exceeded. If the flashes and the DIC low fuel warning the number of times the driver was maximum count is exceeded for a Report cannot be dismissed. notified when approaching a vehicle Card line item, that item will no longer be . Do not tow a trailer. ahead too quickly and at potential risk for updated in the Report Card until it is reset. a crash. Report Card Each item will report a maximum of . Forward Automatic Braking, also called 1,000 counts. The distance driven will report The vehicle owner must secure the driver’s Automatic Emergency Braking (if a maximum of 64,374 km (40,000 mi). consent to record certain vehicle data when equipped) – the number of times the To delete Report Card data, do one of the the vehicle is driven with a registered Teen vehicle detected that a forward collision following: Driver key. There is one Report Card per was imminent and applied the brakes. . From the Report Card display, touch vehicle. Data is only recorded when a . Reverse Automatic Braking (if equipped) – Reset. registered Teen Driver key is used to the number of times the vehicle detected operate the vehicle. that a rearward collision was imminent . Touch Clear All Teen Keys and PIN from The Report Card data is collected from the and applied the brakes. the Teen Driver menu. This will also unregister any Teen Driver keys and time Teen Driver is activated or the last . Traction Control – the number of times delete the PIN. time the Report Card was reset. The the Traction Control System activated to following items may be recorded: reduce wheel spin or loss of traction. Forgotten PIN . Distance Driven – the total distance . Stability Control – the number of events See your dealer to reset the PIN. driven. which required the use of electronic . Maximum Speed – the maximum vehicle stability control. Trademarks and License speed detected. . Antilock Braking System Active – The . Overspeed Warnings – the number of number of Antilock Brake System Agreements times the speed warning setting was activations. FCC Information exceeded. . Tailgating Alerts (if equipped) – the 0 number of times the driver was alerted See Radio Frequency Statement 357. for following a vehicle ahead too closely. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

174 Infotainment System If you decide to continue service after your . Canada Customers — See trial, your selected subscription plan will www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677. automatically renew thereafter. You will be It is prohibited to copy, decompile, charged at then-current rates. Fees and taxes disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, apply. Please see the SiriusXM Customer manipulate, or otherwise make available any Agreement at siriusxm.com for complete technology or software incorporated in terms and how to cancel, which includes "Made for iPod," and "Made for iPhone," receivers compatible with the SiriusXM calling SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349. All fees Satellite Radio System or that support the mean that an electronic accessory has been and programming are subject to change. designed to connect specifically to iPod or SiriusXM website, the Online Service or any iPhone, respectively, and has been certified Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee, taxes, one of its content. Furthermore, the AMBER voice by the developer to meet Apple time activation fee, and other fees may compression software included in this performance standards. Apple is not apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All product is protected by intellectual property responsible for the operation of this device fees and programming subject to change. rights including patent rights, copyrights, or its compliance with safety and regulatory Subscriptions subject to Customer and trade secrets of Digital Voice standards. Please note that the use of this Agreement available at www.siriusxm.com. Systems, Inc. accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect SiriusXM service is only available in the General Requirements: 48 contiguous United States and Canada. wireless performance. iPhone, iPod, iPod 1. A License Agreement from SiriusXM is classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod In Canada: Some deterioration of service required for any product that touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., may occur in extreme northern latitudes. incorporates SiriusXM Technology and/or registered in the U.S. and other countries. This is beyond the control of SiriusXM for use of any of the SiriusXM marks to Satellite Radio. be manufactured, distributed, Explicit Language Notice: Channels with or marketed in the SiriusXM frequent explicit language are indicated with Service Area. an “XL” preceding the channel name. 2. For products to be distributed, marketed, Channel blocking is available for SiriusXM and/or sold in Canada, a separate Satellite Radio receivers by notifying agreement is required with Canadian SiriusXM: Satellite Radio Inc. (operating as SiriusXM . USA Customers — See www.siriusxm.com Canada). or call 1-888-601–6296. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Infotainment System 175 dts.com/patents. HD Radio and the HD, HD Music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., Radio, and “ARC” logos are registered copyright © 2000 to present Gracenote. trademarks or trademarks of iBiquity Digital Gracenote Software, copyright © 2000 to Corporation in the United States and/or present Gracenote. One or more patents other countries. owned by Gracenote may apply to this Bluetooth product and service. See the Gracenote website for a non-exhaustive list of TouchSense Technology and TouchSense The Bluetooth word mark and logos are applicable Gracenote patents. Gracenote, System 1000 Series Licensed from owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS, the Gracenote Immersion Corporation. TouchSense System use of such marks by General Motors is logo and logotype, and the "Powered by 1000 protected under one or more of the under license. Other trademarks and trade Gracenote" logo are either registered U.S. Patents at the following address names are those of their respective owners. trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in www.immersion.com/patent-marking.html Java the United States and/or other countries. and other patents pending. Java is a registered trademark of Oracle Gracenote Terms of Use Bose and/or its affiliates. This application or device contains software Bose AudioPilot and Bose Centerpoint from Gracenote, Inc. of Emeryville, California surround are registered trademarks of Bose Schedule I: Gracenote EULA ("Gracenote"). The software from Gracenote Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. (the "Gracenote Software") enables this HD Radio Technology application to do disc or file identification and obtain music-related information, including name, artist, track, and title information ("Gracenote Data") from online servers or embedded databases (collectively, "Gracenote Servers") and to perform other Music recognition technology and related functions. You may use Gracenote Data only data are provided by Gracenote. Gracenote by means of the intended End-User is the industry standard in music recognition functions of this application or device. HD Radio Technology manufactured under technology and related content delivery. For license from iBiquity Digital Corporation. U.S. more information see www.gracenote.com. and Foreign Patents. For patents see http:// Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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182 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...... 182 The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Air Vents Air Vents ...... 186 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . 186 Service ...... 186

1. Driver and Passenger Temperature 8. Driver and Passenger Heated and Controls Ventilated Seats (If Equipped) 2. Air Delivery Mode Controls 9. Defrost 3. O (Power) 10. Rear Window Defogger 4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature) 11. Fan Control 5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 6. A/C (Air Conditioning) 7. Recirculation Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Climate Controls 183 Climate Control Display The fan, air delivery mode, air conditioning, Automatic Operation driver and passenger temperatures, and Sync The system automatically controls the fan settings can be controlled by touching speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and CLIMATE on the infotainment Home Page or recirculation in order to heat or cool the the climate button in the climate control vehicle to the desired temperature. display application tray. A selection can then be made on the front climate control page When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate displayed. automatically. Each function can also be manually set and the selected setting is Climate Control Status Display displayed. Functions not manually set will continue to be automatically controlled, even if the AUTO indicator is not lit. For automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO. 1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Settings 2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature 2. Fan Control as needed for best comfort. 3. Driver and Passenger Temperature To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the Controls vehicle faster with A/C on, recirculation may 4. Sync (Synchronized Temperature) be automatically selected in warm weather. 5. Recirculation Press @ to select recirculation; press it again to select outside air. 6. Air Delivery Mode Controls The climate control status display appears 7. Auto (Automatic Operation) briefly when the center stack climate Driver and Passenger Temperature 8. A/C (Air Conditioning) controls are adjusted. Controls : The temperature can be adjusted separately for the driver and the passenger. 9. On/Off (Power) Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the driver or passenger temperature setting. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

184 Climate Controls SYNC : Press to link all passenger and the direction of the airflow is controlled Pressing this button cancels automatic air temperature settings to the driver setting. manually. Press AUTO to return to conditioning and turns off the air The SYNC indicator light will turn on. When automatic operation. conditioner. Press AUTO to return to the passenger settings are adjusted, the To change the current mode, select one or automatic operation and the air conditioner runs automatically as needed. When the SYNC indicator light turns off. more of the following modes: Manual Operation indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs X : Clears the windows of fog or moisture. automatically to cool the air inside the O : Press to turn the fan off or on. When Air is directed to the windshield. vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog off is selected, the system will prevent air the windshield faster. Y : Air is directed to the instrument panel from flowing into the cabin. If on is @ selected, or any other button is pressed, the outlets. : Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated climate control system will turn on and [ : Air is directed to the floor outlets. return to delivering airflow as set. The to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or temperature control and air delivery mode 0 MAX : Air is directed to the windshield, to reduce the entry of outside air and odors. can still be adjusted. the fan runs at a higher speed, and the If selected during cool or cold weather, the ^ temperature of the air is increased if not windshield and windows may fog. Turn off : Press to increase or decrease the fan already at maximum. This mode overrides recirculation to help clear the windshield speed. The fan speed setting appears on the the previous mode selected and clears fog or and windows. main display. Pressing any airflow mode frost from the windshield more quickly. button cancels automatic fan control and When the button is pressed again, the Auto Defog : The climate control system the fan is controlled manually. Press AUTO system returns to the previous mode setting may have a sensor to automatically detect to return to automatic operation. and fan speed. high humidity inside the vehicle. When high humidity is detected, the climate control Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press X, Y, For best results, clear all snow and ice from system may adjust to outside air supply and or [ to change the direction of the the windshield before defrosting and do not turn on the air conditioner. The fan speed airflow. Any combination of the three use recirculation. may slightly increase to help prevent buttons can be selected. The indicator light A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning fogging. If the climate control system does in the button will turn on. The current mode system on or off. If the climate control not detect possible window fogging, it appears in the display. Pressing either system is turned off or the outside returns to normal operation. button cancels automatic air delivery control temperature falls below freezing, the air conditioner will not run. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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To turn Auto Defog off or on, see “Climate Caution If equipped, the heated seats will turn on if and Air Quality” under Vehicle it is cold outside or the ventilated seats will Personalization 0 113. Do not try to clear frost or other material turn on if it is hot outside. The heated and from the inside of the front windshield ventilated seat indicator lights may not Rear Window Defogger and rear window with a razor blade or come on during a remote start. If equipped, = : Press to turn the rear window anything else that is sharp. This may the heated steering wheel will come on in a defogger on or off. An indicator light on the damage the rear window defogger grid remote start if it is cold outside. The heated button comes on to show that the rear and affect the radio's ability to pick up steering wheel indicator light may not come 0 window defogger is on. The rear window stations clearly. The repairs would not be on. See Remote Vehicle Start 13 and 0 defogger only works when the ignition is covered by the vehicle warranty. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 40. on. The defogger turns off when the ignition Sensor is off or in ACC/ACCESSORY. L or M : If equipped, press L or M to The solar sensor, on top of the instrument The rear window defogger can be set to heat the driver or passenger seat. See 0 panel near the windshield, monitors the automatic operation. See “Climate and Air Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 40. 0 solar heat. Quality” under Vehicle Personalization 113. { or C : If equipped, press { or C to The climate control system uses the sensor When Auto Rear Defog is selected, the rear ventilate the driver or passenger seat. See information to adjust the temperature, fan window defogger turns on automatically Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 40. when the interior temperature is cold and speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode the outside temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) Remote Start Climate Control Operation : for best comfort. If equipped with remote start, the climate and below. The auto rear defogger turns off Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the control system may run when the vehicle is automatically. automatic climate control system may not started remotely. The system will use the work properly. If the vehicle is equipped with heated defrost setting if it is cold outside or turn outside mirrors, they turn on when the rear on using the coldest settings if it is hot Afterblow Feature window defogger button is on and help to outside. The rear defog may come on during Under certain conditions, the fan may stay clear fog or frost from the surface of the remote start based on cold ambient mirror. See Heated Mirrors 0 26. on or may turn on and off several times conditions. The rear defog indicator light after you turn off and lock the vehicle. This does not come on during a remote start. is normal. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

186 Climate Controls Air Vents Maintenance create unsafe conditions based on inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other Use the air outlets in the center and on the Passenger Compartment Air Filter health-based concerns. side of the instrument panel to direct the The air conditioning system requires periodic airflow. Turn the center knobs on the air The filter reduces dust, pollen, and other maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule outlets counterclockwise or clockwise to airborne irritants from outside air that is 0 332. open or close off the airflow. pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled Operation Tips maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule . Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from 0 332. the air inlets at the base of the See your dealer regarding replacement of windshield that can block the flow of air the filter. into the vehicle. . Clear snow off the hood to improve Service visibility and help decrease moisture drawn into the vehicle. All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle. . Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors The refrigerant system should only be can adversely affect the performance of serviced by trained and certified technicians. the system. The air conditioning evaporator should never . Keep the path under all seats clear of be repaired or replaced by one from a objects to help circulate the air inside the salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced vehicle more effectively. by a new evaporator to ensure proper and . If fogging reoccurs while in vent or in a safe operation. combination mode with mild temperature During service, all refrigerants should be throughout the vehicle, turn on the air reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting conditioner to reduce windshield fogging. refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is harmful to the environment and may also Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 187 Extended Parking ...... 206 Assistance Systems for Parking or Driving and Operating Backing ...... 227 Engine Exhaust Assistance Systems for Driving ...... 230 Driving Information Engine Exhaust ...... 207 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...... 188 Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . 207 System ...... 230 Distracted Driving ...... 188 Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . 232 Defensive Driving ...... 188 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...... 207 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Impaired Driving ...... 189 System ...... 234 Control of a Vehicle ...... 189 Manual Mode ...... 209 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 210 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 236 Braking ...... 189 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 236 Steering ...... 189 Drive Systems Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 237 Off-Road Recovery ...... 190 All-Wheel Drive ...... 210 Loss of Control ...... 191 Fuel Off-Road Driving ...... 191 Brakes Top Tier Fuel ...... 239 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 194 Electric Brake Boost ...... 210 Recommended Fuel ...... 239 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 195 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...... 210 Prohibited Fuels ...... 239 Winter Driving ...... 195 Electric Parking Brake ...... 211 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...... 240 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 196 Brake Assist ...... 212 Fuel Additives ...... 240 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 197 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 212 Filling the Tank ...... 240 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...... 241 Starting and Operating Ride Control Systems New Vehicle Break-In ...... 200 Traction Control/Electronic Stability Trailer Towing Ignition Positions ...... 200 Control ...... 213 General Towing Information ...... 242 Starting the Engine ...... 202 Driver Mode Control ...... 214 Driving Characteristics and Stop/Start System ...... 203 Towing Tips ...... 242 Engine Heater ...... 203 Cruise Control Trailer Towing ...... 245 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...... 205 Cruise Control ...... 215 Towing Equipment ...... 248 Shifting Into Park ...... 205 Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) . . . . 217 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...... 251 Shifting out of Park ...... 205 Driver Assistance Systems Conversions and Add-Ons Parking over Things That Burn ...... 206 Driver Assistance Systems ...... 225 Active Fuel Management ...... 206 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...... 252 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

188 Driving and Operating Distracted Driving . Wait until the vehicle is parked to Driving Information retrieve items that have fallen to the Driving for Better Fuel Economy Distraction comes in many forms and can floor. take your focus from the task of driving. . Stop or park the vehicle to tend to Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here Exercise good judgment and do not let other children. are some driving tips to get the best fuel activities divert your attention away from . Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or economy possible. the road. Many local governments have restraint. . Set the climate controls to the desired enacted laws regarding driver distraction. . Avoid stressful conversations while temperature after the engine is started, Become familiar with the local laws in driving, whether with a passenger or on a or turn them off when not required. your area. cell phone. . On AWD vehicles, see Driver Mode Control To avoid distracted driving, keep your eyes 0 214. on the road, keep your hands on the { Warning . Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. steering wheel, and focus your attention on driving. Taking your eyes off the road too long or . Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. . Do not use a phone in demanding driving too often could cause a crash resulting in . Avoid idling the engine for long periods situations. Use a hands-free method to injury or death. Focus your attention on of time. place or receive necessary phone calls. driving. . When road and weather conditions are . Watch the road. Do not read, take notes, appropriate, use cruise control. or look up information on phones or Refer to the infotainment section for more . Always follow posted speed limits or other electronic devices. information on using that system and the drive more slowly when conditions navigation system, if equipped, including . Designate a front seat passenger to require. pairing and using a cell phone. handle potential distractions. . Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. . Become familiar with vehicle features Defensive Driving . Combine several trips into a single trip. before driving, such as programming Defensive driving means “always expect the . Replace the vehicle's tires with the same favorite radio stations and adjusting unexpected.” The first step in driving TPC Spec number molded into the tire's climate control and seat settings. Program defensively is to wear the seat belt. See sidewall near the size. all trip information into any navigation Seat Belts 0 44. . Follow recommended scheduled device prior to driving. maintenance. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 189 . Assume that other road users Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) being driven, brake normally but do not are going to be careless and make Braking, steering, and accelerating are pump the brakes. Doing so could make the mistakes. Anticipate what they may do important factors in helping to control a pedal harder to push down. If the engine and be ready. vehicle while driving. stops, there will be some power brake assist . Allow enough following distance between Braking but it will be used when the brake is you and the driver in front of you. applied. Once the power assist is used up, it . Focus on the task of driving. Braking action involves perception time and can take longer to stop and the brake pedal reaction time. Deciding to push the brake will be harder to push. Impaired Driving pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Steering Death and injury associated with impaired driving is a global tragedy. Average driver reaction time is about Electric Power Steering three-quarters of a second. In that time, a { Warning vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels Caution 20 m (66 ft), which could be a lot of To avoid damage to the steering system, Drinking alcohol or taking drugs and then distance in an emergency. driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, do not drive over curbs, parking barriers, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include: or similar objects at speeds greater than can be affected by even a small amount . Keep enough distance between you and 3 km/h (1 mph). Use care when driving of alcohol or drugs. You can have a the vehicle in front of you. over other objects such as lane dividers serious — or even fatal — collision if you . Avoid needless heavy braking. and speed bumps. Damage caused by drive after drinking or taking drugs. . Keep pace with traffic. misuse of the vehicle is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or ride with a driver who has been drinking or is impaired by drugs. Find alternate transportation home; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will remain sober. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

190 Driving and Operating See your dealer if there is a problem. Off-Road Recovery Curve Tips . Take curves at a reasonable speed. . Reduce speed before entering a curve. . Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve. . Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway. Steering in Emergencies The vehicle has electric power steering. . There are some situations when steering It does not have power steering fluid. around a problem may be more effective Regular maintenance is not required. than braking. The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the . Holding both sides of the steering wheel edge of a road onto the shoulder while If power steering assist is lost due to a allows you to turn 180 degrees without driving. Follow these tips: system malfunction, the vehicle can be removing a hand. steered, but may require increased effort. 1. Ease off the accelerator and then, . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows if there is nothing in the way, steer the If the steering assist is used for an extended steering while braking. vehicle so that it straddles the edge of period of time while the vehicle is not the pavement. moving, power assist may be reduced. 2. Turn the steering wheel about If the steering wheel is turned until it one-eighth of a turn, until the right front reaches the end of its travel and is held tire contacts the pavement edge. against that position for an extended period 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight of time, power steering assist may be down the roadway. reduced. Normal use of the power steering assist should return when the system cools down. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 191 Loss of Control warning clues — such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on the road to make { Warning Skidding a mirrored surface — and slow down When driving off-road, bouncing and There are three types of skids that when you have any doubt. quick changes in direction can easily correspond to the vehicle's three control . Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, throw you out of position. This could systems: or braking, including reducing vehicle cause you to lose control and crash. You speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any . Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. and your passengers should always wear sudden changes could cause the tires to seat belts. . Steering or Cornering Skid — too much slide. speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only Before Driving Off-Road . Acceleration Skid — too much throttle the braking skid. . Have all necessary maintenance and causes the driving wheels to spin. service work completed. Off-Road Driving . Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles can be used inflation pressure in all tires, including the reasonable care suited to existing conditions, for off-road driving. Vehicles without AWD spare, if equipped. and by not overdriving those conditions. But and vehicles not equipped with All Terrain skids are always possible. . Read all the information about AWD (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not be vehicles in this manual. If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these driven off-road except on a level, solid . Make sure all underbody shields, suggestions: surface. To contact the tire manufacturer for if equipped, are properly attached. . Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal more information about the original equipment tires, see the warranty manual. . Know the local laws that apply to off-road and steer the way you want the vehicle driving. to go. The vehicle may straighten out. Be Controlling the vehicle is the key to ready for a second skid if it occurs. successful off-road driving. One of the best To gain more ground clearance if needed, it . Slow down and adjust your driving ways to control the vehicle is to control the may be necessary to remove the front fascia according to weather conditions. Stopping speed. lower air dam. However, driving without the distance can be longer and vehicle control air dam reduces fuel economy. can be affected when traction is reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. Learn to recognize Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution Environmental Concerns When driving on hills: . Always use established trails, roads, and . Use a low gear and keep a firm grip on Operating the vehicle for extended areas that have been set aside for public the steering wheel. periods without the front fascia lower air off-road recreational driving and obey all . Maintain a slow speed. dam installed can cause improper airflow posted regulations. to the engine. Reattach the front fascia . When possible, drive straight up or down . Do not damage shrubs, flowers, trees, the hill. air dam after off-road driving. or grasses or disturb wildlife. . Slow down when approaching the top of . Do not park over things that burn. See the hill. Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving 0 Parking over Things That Burn 206. . Use headlamps even during the day to { Warning Driving on Hills make the vehicle more visible. . Unsecured cargo on the load floor can Driving safely on hills requires good { Warning be tossed about when driving over judgment and an understanding of what the rough terrain. You or your passengers vehicle can and cannot do. Driving to the top of a hill at high speed can be struck by flying objects. Secure can cause a crash. There could be a the cargo properly. { Warning drop-off, embankment, cliff, or even . Keep cargo in the cargo area as far another vehicle. You could be seriously Many hills are simply too steep for any forward and as low as possible. The injured or killed. As you near the top of a vehicle. Driving up hills can cause the heaviest things should be on the floor, hill, slow down and stay alert. forward of the rear axle. vehicle to stall. Driving down hills can cause loss of control. Driving across hills . Never go downhill forward or backward . Heavy loads on the roof raise the can cause a rollover. You could be injured with the transmission in N (Neutral). The vehicle's center of gravity, making it or killed. Do not drive on steep hills. brakes could overheat and you could lose more likely to roll over. You can be control. seriously or fatally injured if the Before driving on a hill, assess the . When driving down a hill, keep the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads steepness, traction, and obstructions. If the inside the cargo area, not on the roof. vehicle headed straight down. Use a low terrain ahead cannot be seen, get out of the gear because the engine will work with vehicle and walk the hill before driving the brakes to slow the vehicle and help For more information about loading the further. vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. keep the vehicle under control. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 193 . The vehicle can roll backward quickly . Hidden obstacles can make the steepness { Warning and you could lose control. of the incline more severe. If a rock is Heavy braking when going down a hill . If driving downhill when the vehicle driven across with the uphill wheels, or if can cause your brakes to overheat and stalls, shift to a lower gear, release the downhill wheels drop into a rut or fade. This could cause loss of control and the parking brake, and drive straight depression, the vehicle can tilt even more. you or others could be injured or killed. down the hill. . If an incline must be driven across, and Apply the brakes lightly when descending 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted after the vehicle starts to slide, turn downhill. a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle stalling, set the parking brake, shift into This should help straighten out the speed under control. P (Park), and turn the vehicle off. vehicle and prevent the side slipping. 3.1. Leave the vehicle and seek help. If the vehicle stalls on a hill: { Warning 3.2. Stay clear of the path the vehicle 1. Apply the brakes to stop the vehicle, and would take if it rolled downhill. Getting out of the vehicle on the then apply the parking brake. downhill side when stopped across an . Avoid turns that take the vehicle across 2. Shift into P (Park) and then restart the the incline of the hill. A hill that can be incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls engine. driven straight up or down might be too over, you could be crushed or killed. . If driving uphill when the vehicle steep to drive across. Driving across an Always get out on the uphill side of the stalls, shift to R (Reverse), release the incline puts more weight on the downhill vehicle and stay well clear of the parking brake, and back wheels which could cause a downhill slide rollover path. straight down. or a rollover. . Never try to turn the vehicle around. . Surface conditions can be a problem. Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice If the hill is steep enough to stall the Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet Use a low gear when driving in mud — the vehicle, it is steep enough to cause it grass can cause the tires to slip sideways, deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep to roll over. downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck. can hit something that will trip it — a . If you cannot make it up the hill, Traction changes when driving on sand. On rock, a rut, etc. — and roll over. back straight down the hill. loose sand, such as on beaches or sand . Never back down a hill in N (Neutral) dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand. using only the brake. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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This affects steering, accelerating, and Caution More frequent maintenance service is braking. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid required. See Maintenance Schedule 0 332. sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Do not drive through standing water if it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, Driving on Wet Roads Traction is reduced on hard packed snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce axles, or exhaust pipe. Deep water can Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle vehicle speed when driving on hard packed damage the axle and other vehicle parts. traction and affect your ability to stop and snow and ice. accelerate. Always drive slower in these If the standing water is not too deep, drive types of driving conditions and avoid driving through it slowly. At faster speeds, water { Warning through large puddles and deep-standing or can get into the engine and cause it to stall. flowing water. Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers Stalling can occur if the exhaust pipe is can be dangerous. Ice conditions vary under water. Do not turn off the ignition { Warning greatly and the vehicle could fall through when driving through water. If the exhaust the ice; you and your passengers could pipe is under water, the engine will not Wet brakes can cause crashes. They drown. Drive your vehicle on safe start. When going through water, the brakes might not work as well in a quick stop surfaces only. get wet, and it might take longer to stop. and could cause pulling to one side. You See Driving on Wet Roads 0 194. could lose control of the vehicle. Driving in Water After Off-Road Driving After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply Remove any brush or debris that has { Warning the brake pedal until the brakes work collected on the underbody or chassis, Driving through rushing water can be or under the hood. These accumulations can normally. dangerous. Deep water can sweep your be a fire hazard. Flowing or rushing water creates strong vehicle downstream and you and your forces. Driving through flowing water passengers could drown. If it is only After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These could cause the vehicle to be carried shallow water, it can still wash away the substances can cause glazing and uneven away. If this happens, you and other ground from under your tires. Traction braking. Check the body structure, steering, vehicle occupants could drown. Do not could be lost, and the vehicle could roll suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust (Continued) over. Do not drive through rushing water. system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 195 . Turn off cruise control. Warning (Continued) . Activate All-Wheel Drive (AWD) mode. See { Warning ignore police warnings and be very Driver Mode Control 0 214. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with cautious about trying to drive through the ignition off is dangerous. This can flowing water. Hill and Mountain Roads cause overheating of the brakes and loss Driving on steep hills or through mountains of steering assist. Always have the engine Hydroplaning is different than driving on flat or rolling running and the vehicle in gear. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build terrain. Tips include: . Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in up under the vehicle's tires so they actually . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good its own lane. Do not swing wide or cross ride on the water. This can happen if the shape. the center line. road is wet enough and you are going fast . Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it cooling system, and transmission. . Be alert on top of hills; something could be in your lane (e.g., stalled car, crash). has little or no contact with the road. . Shift to a lower gear when going down . Pay attention to special road signs (e.g., There is no hard and fast rule about steep or long hills. falling rocks area, winding roads, long hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow grades, passing or no-passing zones) and down when the road is wet. { Warning take appropriate action. Other Rainy Weather Tips Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake Winter Driving Besides slowing down, other wet weather overheating, can reduce brake driving tips include: Driving on Snow or Ice performance, and could result in a loss of . Allow extra following distance. braking. Shift the transmission to a lower Snow or ice between the tires and the road . Pass with caution. gear to let the engine assist the brakes creates less traction or grip, so drive . Keep windshield wiping equipment in on a steep downhill slope. carefully. Wet ice can occur at about 0 °C good shape. (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall. . Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain filled. until roads can be treated. . Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires 0 287. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

196 Driving and Operating For Slippery Road Driving: Blizzard Conditions Warning (Continued) . Accelerate gently. Accelerating too quickly Stop the vehicle in a safe place and signal . Adjust the climate control system to causes the wheels to spin and makes the for help. Stay with the vehicle unless there circulate the air inside the vehicle and surface under the tires slick. is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside set the fan speed to the highest . Turn on Traction Control. See Traction Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program setting. See “Climate Control Systems.” Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 213. 0 352. To get help and keep everyone in the . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves vehicle safe: For more information about CO, see vehicle stability during hard stops, but . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Engine Exhaust 0 207. the brakes should be applied sooner than . Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. when on dry pavement. See Antilock To save fuel, run the engine for short 0 Brake System (ABS) 210. { Warning periods to warm the vehicle and then shut . Allow greater following distance and the engine off and partially close the watch for slippery spots. Icy patches can Snow can trap engine exhaust under the window. Moving about to keep warm also occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to helps. areas. The surface of a curve or an get inside. Engine exhaust contains If it takes time for help to arrive, when overpass can remain icy when the carbon monoxide (CO), which cannot be running the engine, push the accelerator surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden seen or smelled. It can cause pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than steering maneuvers and braking while unconsciousness and even death. the idle speed. This keeps the battery on ice. If the vehicle is stuck in snow: charged to restart the vehicle and to signal . Turn off cruise control. for help with the headlamps. Do this as . Clear snow from the base of the little as possible, to save fuel. . Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode for vehicle, especially any blocking the vehicles equipped with AWD. Select exhaust pipe. Snow/Ice Mode for FWD only vehicles. If the Vehicle Is Stuck See Driver Mode Control 0 214 and . Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to All-Wheel Drive 0 210. the vehicle side that is away from the free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, wind, to bring in fresh air. ice, or snow. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 197 If stuck too severely for the traction system when the transmission is in gear. Slowly to free the vehicle, turn the traction system spinning the wheels in the forward and Warning (Continued) off and use the rocking method. See reverse directions causes a rocking motion systems to break and change the Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control that could free the vehicle. If that does not way the vehicle handles. This could 0 213. get the vehicle out after a few tries, it cause loss of control and a crash. might need to be towed out. If the vehicle Overloading can also reduce stopping { Warning does need to be towed out, see Towing the Vehicle 0 320. performance, damage the tires, and If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, shorten the life of the vehicle. they can explode, and you or others Vehicle Load Limits could be injured. The vehicle can Tire and Loading Information Label overheat, causing an engine compartment It is very important to know how much fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as weight the vehicle can carry. This little as possible and avoid going above weight is called the vehicle capacity 56 km/h (35 mph). weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. See nonfactory-installed options. Two labels Driver Mode Control 0 214 and on the vehicle may show how much 0 All-Wheel Drive 210. weight it may properly carry, the Tire Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out and Loading Information label and the Certification/Tire label. Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels. Turn off any traction system. Shift back and forth { Warning between R (Reverse) and a low forward gear, Do not load the vehicle any heavier Example Label spinning the wheels as little as possible. To than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating A vehicle-specific Tire and Loading prevent transmission wear, wait until the (GVWR), or either the maximum wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Information label is attached to the front or rear Gross Axle Weight center pillar (B-pillar). The tire and Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, Rating (GAWR). This can cause and press lightly on the accelerator pedal loading information label shows the (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

198 Driving and Operating number of occupant seating 2. Determine the combined weight of reduces the available cargo and positions (1), and the maximum vehicle the driver and passengers that will luggage load capacity of your capacity weight (2) in kilograms and be riding in your vehicle. vehicle.” pounds. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the See Trailer Towing 0 245 for important The Tire and Loading Information label driver and passengers from XXX kg information on towing a trailer, towing also shows the size of the original or XXX lbs. safety rules and trailering tips. equipment tires (3) and the 4. The resulting figure equals the recommended cold tire inflation available amount of cargo and pressures (4). For more information on luggage load capacity. For example, tires and inflation see Tires 0 287 and if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. Tire Pressure 0 294. and there will be five 150 lb There is also important loading passengers in your vehicle, the information on the vehicle Certification/ amount of available cargo and Tire label. It may show the Gross luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for 5. Determine the combined weight of the front and rear axle. See luggage and cargo being loaded on “Certification/Tire Label” later in this the vehicle. That weight may not Example 1 section. safely exceed the available cargo and “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit– luggage load capacity calculated in 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Step 4. 1. Locate the statement "The combined Example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). weight of occupants and cargo 6. If your vehicle will be towing a 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ should never exceed XXX kg or trailer, load from your trailer will be 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard. transferred to your vehicle. Consult (300 lbs). this manual to determine how this 3. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Example 2 Example 3 Label Example 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). A vehicle-specific Certification/Tire label 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 kg is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar). 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). The label may show the size of the (750 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight = vehicle's original tires and the inflation 3. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg 0 kg (0 lbs). pressures needed to obtain the gross (250 lbs). Refer to the vehicle's tire and loading weight capacity of the vehicle. The label information label for specific shows the gross weight capacity of the information about the vehicle's capacity vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle weight and seating positions. The Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR combined weight of the driver, includes the weight of the vehicle, all passengers, and cargo should never occupants, fuel, and cargo. exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

200 Driving and Operating The Certification/Tire label may also Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) show the maximum weights for the . Avoid making hard stops for the first front and rear axles, called the Gross . Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so 300 km (200 mi) or so. During this Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out time the new brake linings are not yet the actual loads on the front and rear that some of them are above the broken in. Hard stops with new linings axles, weigh the vehicle at a weigh tops of the seats. can mean premature wear and earlier station. Your dealer can help with this. . Do not leave an unsecured child replacement. Follow this breaking-in Be sure to spread the load equally on restraint in the vehicle. guideline every time you get new both sides of the centerline. brake linings. . Secure loose items in the vehicle. Following break-in, engine speed and load Caution . Do not leave a seat folded down can be gradually increased. Overloading the vehicle may cause unless needed. damage. Repairs would not be covered by Ignition Positions the vehicle warranty. Do not overload the Starting and Operating vehicle. New Vehicle Break-In { Warning Caution Things inside the vehicle can strike The vehicle does not need an elaborate and injure people in a sudden stop or break-in. But it will perform better in the turn, or in a crash. long run if you follow these guidelines: . Put things in the cargo area of the . Do not drive at any one constant vehicle. In the cargo area, put speed, fast or slow, for the first 800 km (500 mi). Do not make them as far forward as possible. full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting Try to spread the weight evenly. to brake or slow the vehicle. (Continued) (Continued) This vehicle has pushbutton starting. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 201 The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter If the vehicle must be shut off in an If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, and must be in the vehicle for the system to emergency: must be shut off while driving, press and operate. If the pushbutton start is not 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. hold ENGINE START/STOP for longer than working, the vehicle may be near a strong Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This two seconds, or press twice in five seconds. radio antenna signal causing interference to may deplete power assist, requiring ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber Indicator Light) : the Keyless Access system. See Remote increased brake pedal force. This mode allows some electrical accessories Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). This can to be used when the engine is off. To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be be done while the vehicle is moving. With the ignition off, pressing the button on or in Service Mode and the brake pedal After shifting to N (Neutral), firmly apply one time without the brake pedal applied must be applied. the brakes and steer the vehicle to a will place the ignition system in ACC/ Stopping the Engine/OFF (No Indicator safe location. ACCESSORY. Lights) : When the vehicle is stopped, press 3. Come to a complete stop, shift to The ignition will switch from ACC/ ENGINE START/STOP once to turn the P (Park), and turn the ignition off. The ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to engine off. shift lever must be in P (Park) to turn the prevent battery rundown. ignition off. If the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Light) : This turn off, and Retained Accessory Power 4. Set the parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake 0 211. mode is for driving and starting. With the (RAP) will remain active. See Retained ignition off, and the brake pedal applied, Accessory Power (RAP) 0 205. { pressing the button once will place the If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition Warning ignition system in ON/RUN/START. Once will return to ACC/ACCESSORY and display Turning off the vehicle while moving may engine cranking begins, release the button. the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver cause loss of power assist in the brake Engine cranking will continue until the Information Center (DIC). When the vehicle and steering systems and disable the engine starts. See Starting the Engine 0 202. is shifted into P (Park), the ignition will airbags. While driving, only shut the The ignition will then remain in ON/RUN. turn off. vehicle off in an emergency. Service Mode Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle This power mode is available for service and is moving. This will cause a loss of power diagnostics, and to verify the proper assist in the brake and steering systems and operation of the malfunction indicator lamp disable the airbags. as may be required for emission inspection Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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purposes. With the vehicle off, and the Caution Caution (Continued) brake pedal not applied, pressing and holding ENGINE START/STOP for more than If you add electrical parts or accessories, motor, and drain the battery. Wait at five seconds will place the vehicle in Service you could change the way the engine least 15 seconds between each try, to let Mode. The instruments and audio systems operates. Any resulting damage would the cranking motor cool down. will operate as they do in ON/RUN, but the not be covered by the vehicle warranty. vehicle will not be able to be driven. The See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 252. 2. If the engine does not start after five to engine will not start in Service Mode. Press 10 seconds, especially in very cold the button again to turn the vehicle off. Starting Procedure weather (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try 1. With the Keyless Access system, the RKE Starting the Engine pushing the accelerator pedal all the way transmitter must be in the vehicle. Press to the floor and holding it there as you Move the shift lever to P (Park) or ENGINE START/STOP with the brake pedal press ENGINE START/STOP, for up to a N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any applied. When the engine begins maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least other position. To restart the engine when cranking, let go of the button. 15 seconds between each try, to allow the vehicle is already moving, use The idle speed will go down as the N (Neutral) only. the cranking motor to cool down. When engine gets warm. Do not race the the engine starts, let go of the button Caution engine immediately after starting it. and the accelerator. If the vehicle starts If the RKE transmitter is not in the briefly but then stops again, do the Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle, if there is interference, or if the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline vehicle is moving. If you do, you could RKE battery is low, the Driver from the engine. Do not race the engine damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park) Information Center (DIC) will display a immediately after starting it. Operate only when the vehicle is stopped. message. the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all Caution moving parts. Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by trying to start the engine immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 203 Stop/Start System Auto Stops may not occur and/or auto Auto Stop/Start Disable Switch restarts may occur because: The Stop/Start system will shut off the . The climate control settings require the engine to help conserve fuel. It has engine to be running to cool or heat the components designed for the increased vehicle interior. number of starts. . The vehicle battery charge is low. { Warning . The vehicle battery has recently been disconnected. The automatic engine Stop/Start feature . Minimum vehicle speed has not been causes the engine to shut off while the reached since the last Auto Stop vehicle is still on. Do not exit the vehicle before shifting to P (Park). The vehicle . The accelerator pedal is pressed. may restart and move unexpectedly. . The engine or transmission is not at the Always shift to P (Park), and then turn required operating temperature. the ignition off before exiting the vehicle. . The outside temperature is not in the The automatic engine Stop/Start feature can required operating range. be disabled and enabled by pressing h. Auto Engine Stop/Start . The transmission is shifted out of Auto Stop/Start is enabled each time you start the vehicle. When the brakes are applied and the vehicle D (Drive) to any gear other than P (Park). is at a complete stop, the engine may turn . Tow/Haul Mode or other driver modes When the h indicator is illuminated, the off. When stopped, the tachometer displays have been selected. system is enabled. AUTO STOP. See Tachometer 0 95. When the . The vehicle is on a steep hill or grade. brake pedal is released or the accelerator . The driver door has been opened or driver Engine Heater pedal is pressed, the engine will restart. seat belt has been unbuckled. The engine heater can provide easier To maintain vehicle performance, other . The hood has been opened. starting and better fuel economy during conditions may cause the engine to . The Auto Stop has reached the maximum engine warm-up in cold weather conditions automatically restart before the brake pedal allowed time. at or below 0 °F (−18 °C). Vehicles with an is released. engine heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting. Some models Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

204 Driving and Operating may have an internal thermostat in the cord 2. Check the heater cord for damage. If it is which will prevent engine heater operation damaged, do not use it. See your dealer Warning (Continued) at temperatures above 0 °F (−18 °C). for a replacement. Inspect the cord for or extension cord, could make it damage yearly. overheat and cause a fire, property { Warning 3. Plug the heater cord into the connector damage, electric shock, and injury. Do not plug in the engine block heater in the front bumper. . Do not operate the vehicle with the while the vehicle is parked in a garage or 4. Plug the cord into a grounded 110-volt AC heater cord permanently attached to under a carport. Property damage or outlet that is protected by a ground the vehicle. Possible heater cord and personal injury may result. Always park fault detection function. thermostat damage could occur. the vehicle in a clear open area away . While in use, do not let the heater from buildings or structures. { Warning cord touch vehicle parts or sharp Improper use of the heater cord or an edges. To Use the Engine Heater extension cord can damage the cord and . Before starting the vehicle, unplug the 1. Turn off the engine. may result in overheating and fire. cord. Keep the cord away from any . Plug the cord into a three-prong moving parts. electrical utility receptacle that is 5. Before starting the engine, be sure to protected by a ground fault detection unplug and store the cord as it was function. An ungrounded outlet could before to keep it away from moving cause an electric shock. engine parts. If you do not, it could be . Use a weatherproof, heavy-duty, damaged. 15 amp-rated extension cord if needed. Failure to use the recommended The length of time the heater should remain extension cord in good operating plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a condition, or using a damaged heater dealer in the area where you will be parking (Continued) the vehicle for the best advice on this. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 205 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine pedal down. Then, see if you can move the Running shift lever away from P (Park) without first When the ignition is turned from on to off, pressing the button. the following features (if equipped) will continue to function for up to 10 minutes, { Warning If you can, it means that the shift lever was or until the driver door is opened. These It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle not fully locked in P (Park). features will also work when the ignition is with the engine running. It could Torque Lock in RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY: overheat and catch fire. . Infotainment System Torque lock is when the weight of the It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle vehicle puts too much force on the parking . Power Windows (during RAP this if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) pawl in the transmission. This happens when functionality will be lost when any door with the parking brake firmly set. The parking on a hill and shifting the is opened) vehicle can roll. transmission into P (Park) is not done . Sunroof (during RAP this functionality will properly and then it is difficult to shift out Do not leave the vehicle when the engine be lost when any door is opened) of P (Park). To prevent torque lock, set the is running. If you have left the engine . Auxiliary Power Outlet parking brake and then shift into P (Park). To running, the vehicle can move suddenly. . Audio System find out how, see “Shifting Into Park” listed You or others could be injured. To be previously. . OnStar System sure the vehicle will not move, even If torque lock does occur, your vehicle may Shifting Into Park when you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move need to be pushed uphill by another vehicle to relieve the parking pawl pressure, so you 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting can shift out of P (Park). parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake Into Park 0 205. If you are towing a 0 211. trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Shifting out of Park 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by Towing Tips 0 242. holding in the button on the shift lever This vehicle is equipped with an electronic and pushing the shift lever all the way If you have to leave the vehicle with the shift lock release system. The shift lock toward the front of the vehicle. engine running, be sure the vehicle is in release is designed to prevent movement of 3. Turn the ignition off. P (Park) and the parking brake is set before the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the you leave it. After you have moved the shift ignition is on and the brake pedal is applied. lever into P (Park), hold the regular brake Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

206 Driving and Operating The shift lock release is always functional Parking over Things That Burn Extended Parking except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. It is best not to park with the vehicle { Warning running. If the vehicle is left running, be If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a Things that can burn could touch hot sure it will not move and there is adequate battery with low voltage, try charging or exhaust parts under the vehicle and ventilation. jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, 0 - North America 0 318 for more information. See Shifting Into Park 205 and dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust 0 207. To shift out of P (Park): If the vehicle is left parked and running with 1. Apply the brake pedal. Active Fuel Management the RKE transmitter outside the vehicle, it 2. Release the parking brake. See Electric This vehicle's engine may be equipped with will continue to run for up to half an hour. Parking Brake 0 211. Active Fuel Management, which allows the If the vehicle is left parked and running with 3. Press the shift lever button. engine to operate on either all of its the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle, it will 4. Move the shift lever. cylinders, or in reduced cylinder operation continue to run for up to an hour. mode, depending on the driving conditions. If unable to shift out of P (Park): When less power is required, such as The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is 1. Fully release the shift lever button. cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the parked on a hill, due to lack of available fuel. 2. While holding down the brake pedal, system will operate in reduced cylinder press the shift lever button again. operation mode, allowing the vehicle to The timer will reset if the vehicle is taken achieve better fuel economy. When greater out of P (Park) while it is running. 3. Move the shift lever. power demands are required, such as If the shift lever will not move from P (Park), accelerating from a stop, passing, consult your dealer or a professional towing or merging onto a freeway, the system will service. maintain full-cylinder operation. If the vehicle has an Active Fuel Management indicator, see Driver Information Center (DIC) for more information on using this display. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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{ Warning If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide vehicle: (CO), which cannot be seen or smelled. . Drive it only with the windows Exposure to CO can cause completely down. unconsciousness and even death. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: Never park the vehicle with the engine . The vehicle idles in areas with poor running in an enclosed area such as a ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, garage or a building that has no fresh air deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes). ventilation. . The exhaust smells or sounds strange Running the Vehicle While Parked P: This position locks the drive wheels. Use or different. P (Park) when starting the engine because It is better not to park with the engine . The exhaust system leaks due to the vehicle cannot move easily. corrosion or damage. running. . The vehicle exhaust system has been If the vehicle is left with the engine running, { Warning follow the proper steps to be sure the modified, damaged, or improperly It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park repaired. if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) 0 205 and . There are holes or openings in the Engine Exhaust 0 207. with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle body from damage or vehicle can roll. If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer, see aftermarket modifications that are not Do not leave the vehicle when the engine completely sealed. Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 is running. If you have left the engine (Continued) 242. running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Warning (Continued) Caution Caution sure the vehicle will not move, even Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with when you are on fairly level ground, moving forward could damage the the engine running at high speed may always set the parking brake and move transmission. The repairs would not be damage the transmission. The repairs the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to would not be covered by the vehicle Into Park 0 205 and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is warranty. Be sure the engine is not Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips stopped. running at high speed when shifting the 0 242. vehicle. To rock the vehicle back and forth to get Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If the Vehicle Is Stuck Caution before starting the engine. The vehicle has 0 an automatic transmission shift lock control 196. A transmission hot message may display system. With the ignition on, fully apply the N: In this position, the engine does not if the automatic transmission fluid is too regular brake, then press the button on the connect with the wheels. To restart the hot. Driving under this condition can shift lever before shifting from P (Park). engine when the vehicle is already moving, damage the vehicle. Stop and idle the If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease use N (Neutral) only. engine to cool the automatic pressure on the shift lever, then push the transmission fluid. This message clears shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you { Warning when the transmission fluid has cooled maintain brake application. Then press the sufficiently. shift lever button and move the shift lever Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is into another gear. See Shifting out of Park D: This position is for normal driving. 0 dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on 205. If more power is needed for passing, press the brake pedal, the vehicle could move the accelerator pedal down. R: Use this gear to back up. very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a Caution drive gear while the engine is running at If the vehicle does not shift gears, the high speed. transmission could be damaged. Have the vehicle serviced right away. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 209 If the vehicle is stopped on a hill, with your Manual Mode 2. Press + (Plus) or − (Minus) on the shift foot off the brake pedal, the vehicle may lever to increase or decrease the gear roll. This is normal and is due to the torque Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode range available. converter designed to improve fuel economy ERS mode allows you to choose the top-gear When you shift from D (Drive) to L (Low), and performance. Use the brake to hold the limit of the transmission and the vehicle's the transmission will shift to a vehicle on a hill. Do not use the accelerator speed while driving downhill or towing a pre-determined lower gear range. The pedal. trailer. The vehicle has an electronic shift highest gear available for this If equipped with the 2.0L L4 engine, engine position indicator within the instrument pre-determined range is displayed next to speeds may be increased while driving at cluster. When using the ERS mode a number the L in the DIC. See Driver Information highway speeds while the engine is still will display next to the L, indicating the Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 0 107 or warming up. highest gear available for the range selected. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 L: This position gives you access to gear 110. The number displayed in the DIC is ranges. This provides more engine braking the highest gear that the transmission will but lower fuel economy than D (Drive). You be allowed to operate in. This means that can use it on very steep hills, or in deep all gears below that number are available. snow or mud. See Manual Mode 0 209. For example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears Operating Modes : The transmission may are automatically shifted by the vehicle. The operate in a lower gear than normal to transmission will not shift into 5 (Fifth) until improve vehicle performance. The engine the + (Plus) button is used or you shift back speed may be higher and there may be an into D (Drive). increase in noise during the following conditions: If the transmission is in 9 (ninth) gear when L (low) is selected, a downshift to 7 (seventh) . When climbing a grade will be commanded. If in 8 (eighth) through . When driving downhill To use this feature: 2 (second), a single downshift will occur. . When driving in hot temperatures, or at 1. Press the shift lever button and move While in L (Low), the transmission will high altitude the shift lever to L (Low). prevent shifting to a lower gear range if the engine speed is too high. You have a brief period of time to slow the vehicle. If vehicle Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

210 Driving and Operating speed is not reduced within the time Brakes allowed, the lower gear range shift will not be completed. You must further slow the Electric Brake Boost vehicle, then press − (Minus) to the desired lower gear range. Vehicles equipped with electric brake boost have hydraulic brake circuits that are Automatic Engine Grade Braking is not electronically controlled when the brake available when the ERS is active. It is pedal is applied during normal operation. available in D (Drive) for both normal driving The system performs routine tests and turns and Tow/Haul Mode. While using the ERS, off within a few minutes after the vehicle is cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can turned off. Noise may be heard during this be used. See “Tow/Haul Mode” following. time. If the brake pedal is pressed during Tow/Haul Mode the tests or when the electric brake boost Turn the knob to 4 to select AWD. system is off, a noticeable change in pedal This feature can assist when towing or 0 force and travel may be felt. This is normal. hauling a heavy load. See Driver Mode See Driver Mode Control 214. Control 0 214 to activate Tow/Haul Mode. When operated in two-wheel drive, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) vehicle will deliver power to the front The Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps Drive Systems wheels only and may provide better fuel prevent a braking skid and maintain steering economy. while braking hard. All-Wheel Drive When using a compact spare tire on an ABS performs a system check when the Vehicles with this feature can operate in AWD vehicle, the system automatically vehicle is first driven. A momentary motor All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Mode. detects the compact spare and reduces AWD or clicking noise may be heard while this performance to protect the system. To test is going on, and the brake pedal may restore full AWD operation and prevent move slightly. This is normal. excessive wear on the system, replace the compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. See Compact Spare Tire 0 317. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 211 Electric Parking Brake Before leaving the vehicle, check the red parking brake status light to ensure that the parking brake is applied. EPB Apply To apply the EPB: If there is a problem with ABS, this warning 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. light stays on. See Antilock Brake System 2. Press the EPB switch momentarily. (ABS) Warning Light 0 102. The red parking brake status light will flash ABS does not change the time needed to and then stay on once the EPB is fully get a foot on the brake pedal and does not applied. If the red parking brake status light always decrease stopping distance. If you flashes continuously, then the EPB is only get too close to the vehicle ahead, there will partially applied or there is a problem with not be enough time to apply the brakes if the EPB. A DIC message will display. Release The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) can always that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always the EPB and try to apply it again. If the be applied, even if the vehicle is off. In case leave enough room ahead to stop, even light does not come on, or keeps flashing, of insufficient electrical power, the EPB with ABS. have the vehicle serviced. Do not drive the cannot be applied or released. To prevent vehicle if the red parking brake status light Using ABS draining the battery, avoid unnecessary is flashing. See your dealer. Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake repeated cycles of the EPB. If the amber service parking brake warning pedal down firmly. Hearing or feeling ABS The system has a red parking brake status light is on, press the EPB switch. Continue to operate is normal. light and an amber service parking brake hold the switch until the red parking brake warning light. See Electric Parking Brake status light remains on. If the amber service Braking in Emergencies Light 0 102 and parking brake warning light is on, see your Service Electric Parking Brake Light 0 102. ABS allows steering and braking at the same dealer. time. In many emergencies, steering can There are also parking brake-related Driver help even more than braking. Information Center (DIC) messages. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is Caution apply the brake pedal as the driving moving, the vehicle will decelerate as long situation dictates. Brake Assist disengages as the switch is pressed. If the switch is Driving with the parking brake on can when the brake pedal is released. pressed until the vehicle comes to a stop, overheat the brake system and cause the EPB will remain applied. premature wear or damage to brake Hill Start Assist (HSA) The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB system parts. Make sure that the parking in some situations when the vehicle is not brake is fully released and the brake { Warning moving. This is normal, and is done to warning light is off before driving. Do not rely on the HSA feature. HSA does periodically check the correct operation of not replace the need to pay attention the EPB system, or at the request of other If you are towing a trailer and parking on a and drive safely. You may not hear or hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing safety functions that utilize the EPB. feel alerts or warnings provided by this Tips 0 242. If the EPB fails to apply, block the rear system. Failure to use proper care when wheels to prevent vehicle movement. Automatic EPB Release driving may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. See Defensive Driving EPB Release The EPB will automatically release if the 0 vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an 188. To release the EPB: attempt is made to drive away. Avoid rapid When the vehicle is stopped on a grade, Hill 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ acceleration when the EPB is applied, to Start Assist (HSA) prevents the vehicle from ACCESSORY. preserve parking brake lining life. rolling in an unintended direction during the 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. Brake Assist transition from brake pedal release to 3. Press the EPB switch momentarily. accelerator pedal apply. The brakes release Brake Assist detects rapid brake pedal when the accelerator pedal is applied. If the The EPB is released when the red parking applications due to emergency braking accelerator pedal is not applied within a few brake status light is off. situations and provides additional braking to minutes, the Electric Parking Brake will If the amber service parking brake warning activate the Antilock Brake System (ABS) if apply. The brakes may also release under light is on, release the EPB by pressing and the brake pedal is not pushed hard enough other conditions. Do not rely on HSA to hold holding the EPB switch. Continue to hold the to activate ABS normally. Minor noise, brake the vehicle. switch until the red parking brake status pedal pulsation, and/or pedal movement light is off. If either light stays on after during this time may occur. Continue to release is attempted, see your dealer. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 213 HSA is available when the vehicle is facing traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies uphill in a forward gear, or when facing braking pressure to any one of the vehicle downhill in R (Reverse). The vehicle must wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping come to a complete stop on a grade for HSA the vehicle on the intended path. to activate. If cruise control is being used and TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to limit wheel spin, Ride Control Systems cruise control will disengage. Cruise control The indicator light for both systems is in the may be turned back on when road instrument cluster. This light will: Traction Control/Electronic conditions allow. TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC will . Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin automatically turn on when cruise control Stability Control . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is activated is set. System Operation . Turn on and stay on when either system Both systems come on automatically when is not working The vehicle has a Traction Control System the vehicle is started and begins to move. (TCS) and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability The systems may be heard or felt while If either system fails to turn on or to Control (ESC). These systems help limit they are operating or while performing activate, a message may display in the wheel spin and assist the driver in diagnostic checks. This is normal and does Driver Information Center (DIC), and d maintaining control, especially on slippery not mean there is a problem with the comes on and stays on to indicate that the road conditions. vehicle. system is inactive and is not assisting the driver in maintaining control. The vehicle is TCS activates if it senses that any of the It is recommended to leave both systems on safe to drive, but driving should be adjusted drive wheels are spinning or beginning to for normal driving conditions, but it may be accordingly. lose traction. When this happens, TCS necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets applies the brakes to the spinning wheels stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the If d comes on and stays on: 0 and reduces engine power to limit wheel Vehicle Is Stuck 196 and “Turning the 1. Stop the vehicle. spin. TCS also applies torque to the Systems Off and On” later in this section. non-spinning wheel to increase traction and 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. acceleration. 3. Start the engine. StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the vehicle 4. Drive the vehicle. senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

214 Driving and Operating If d comes on and stays on, the vehicle To turn TCS on again, press and release g. and Off-Road. Rotate the Driver Mode may need more time to diagnose the The Traction Off light i displayed in the Control knob on the center console to make problem. If the condition persists, see your instrument cluster will turn off. a mode selection. Continue turning the knob dealer. through the available modes. The selected If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g is mode’s icon will light up on the knob. Turning the Systems Off and On pressed, the system will not turn off until If the vehicle is in Tour (FWD) or AWD, it the wheels stop spinning. will stay in that mode through future To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, ignition cycles. If the vehicle is in any other press and hold g until the Traction Off light mode, it will revert back to Tour (FWD) when the vehicle is restarted. i and StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light g come on and stay on in the instrument cluster. A DIC message may display. To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on again, press and release g. The Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light g in the instrument cluster turn off. StabiliTrak/ESC will automatically turn on if Caution the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h (35 mph). Traction control will remain off. Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle Adding accessories can affect the vehicle driveline could be damaged. performance. See Accessories and Modifications 0 254. Driver Mode Control Knob To turn off only TCS, press and release g. Driver Mode Control 5 or q Tour : Vehicle is in Tour (FWD) The Traction Off light i displays in the Mode. Use this mode during normal driving instrument cluster and a DIC message may If equipped, the Driver Mode Control has the display. following Modes: Tour (FWD), Sport, All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Snow/Ice, Tow/Haul, Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 215 conditions. See Driving for Better Fuel excessive wear on the system, replace the pattern will return once the vehicle is on a Economy 0 188. Tour (FWD) Mode operates compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as low grade or when the accelerator pedal is in Front-Wheel Drive to improve fuel possible. See Compact Spare Tire 0 317. pressed. economy. 6 Snow/Ice (FWD Only) : Snow/Ice Mode While in the Electronic Range Select (ERS) 8 Sport : Sport Mode improves vehicle improves vehicle acceleration on snow and mode, grade braking is deactivated, allowing handling and acceleration on dry pavement. ice covered roads by changing accelerator the driver to select a range and limiting the When active, Sport Mode modifies steering pedal response. highest gear available. Grade braking is efforts, transmission shifting, AWD torque, _ available for normal driving and in Tow/ suspension tuning (when properly equipped), Tow/Haul : This feature can assist Haul Mode. when towing or hauling a heavy load. Use and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control See Automatic Transmission 0 207. (ESC) settings. For vehicles equipped with this mode to assist in maintaining desired AWD, choosing Sport Mode also vehicle speeds when driving on downhill 7 Off-Road (AWD Only) : Use this mode engages AWD. grades by using the engine and for off-road recreational driving. When transmission. When active, Tow/Haul Mode active, Off-Road Mode modifies accelerator 4 AWD (AWD Only) : AWD Mode modifies transmission shifting, steering pedal response, ABS, TCS, and the provides drive torque to all four wheels. effort, and Trailer Sway Control. For AWD StabiliTrak/ESC system. Choosing Off-Road Select AWD to improve traction and control vehicles, choosing Tow/Haul Mode also Mode also engages AWD. For more on slippery road surfaces, such as gravel, engages AWD. See Driving Characteristics information on Off-Road Mode, see Off-Road 0 sand, wet pavement, snow, and ice. When in and Towing Tips 242. Driving 0 191. AWD Mode, the AWD Mode indicator will Automatic Engine Grade Braking be on. Automatic Engine Grade Braking assists Cruise Control AWD is active in AWD, Sport, Tow/Haul, and when driving downhill. It maintains vehicle Off-Road Modes. speed by automatically implementing a shift { Warning When using a compact spare tire on an pattern that uses the engine and the Cruise control can be dangerous where AWD vehicle, the system automatically transmission to slow the vehicle. The system you cannot drive safely at a steady detects the compact spare and reduces AWD will automatically command downshifts to speed. Do not use cruise control on performance to protect the system. To reduce vehicle speed. The normal shift restore full AWD operation and prevent winding roads or in heavy traffic. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

216 Driving and Operating If the brakes are applied, cruise control * Warning (Continued) : Press to disengage cruise control disengages. without erasing the set speed from memory. Cruise control can be dangerous on Setting Cruise Control slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause If J is on when not in use, SET− or RES+ excessive wheel slip, and you could lose could get pressed and go into cruise when control. Do not use cruise control on not desired. Keep J off when cruise is not slippery roads. being used. 1. Press . With cruise control, a speed of about J 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be 2. Get up to the desired speed. maintained without keeping your foot on 3. Move the thumbwheel down to SET−. the accelerator. Cruise control does not work The desired set speed briefly appears in at speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph). the instrument cluster. If the Traction Control System (TCS) or 4. Remove your foot from the accelerator. J : Press to turn the system on and off. StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) When the cruise control has been set to the system begins to limit wheel spin while A white indicator appears in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on. desired speed, a green cruise control using cruise control, the cruise control indicator appears on the instrument cluster. automatically disengages. See Traction RES+ : If there is a set speed in memory, Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 213. If a move the thumbwheel up briefly to resume Resuming a Set Speed collision alert occurs when cruise control is to that speed or press and hold to If the cruise control is set at a desired speed activated, cruise control is disengaged. See accelerate. If the cruise control is already * 0 and then the brakes are applied or is Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 230. active, use to increase vehicle speed. pressed, the cruise control is disengaged When road conditions allow the cruise SET− : Move the thumbwheel down briefly without erasing the set speed from memory. control to be safely used, cruise control can to set the speed and activate cruise control. be turned back on. Once the vehicle speed reaches about If the cruise control is already active, use to 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, move the Turning off the TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC decrease vehicle speed. thumbwheel up toward RES+ briefly. The system will disengage the cruise control. vehicle returns to the previous set speed. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 217 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control The speedometer reading can be Ending Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already displayed in either English or metric units. There are four ways to end cruise control: activated: See Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel) 0 90 or . Step lightly on the brake pedal. . Move the thumbwheel up toward RES+ Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 93. The . Press *. until the desired speed is reached, then increment value used depends on the units . Shift the transmission to N (Neutral). release it. displayed. . To increase vehicle speed in small . Press J. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise increments, move the thumbwheel up Erasing Speed Memory toward RES+ briefly. For each press, the Control vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. Use the accelerator pedal to increase the The cruise control set speed is erased from vehicle speed. When you take your foot off memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is The speedometer reading can be displayed turned off. in either English or metric units. See the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel) 0 90 previous set cruise speed. Adaptive Cruise Control or While pressing the accelerator pedal or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 93. The shortly following the release to override (Advanced) increment value used depends on the units cruise, briefly moving the thumbwheel down If equipped, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) displayed. toward SET− will result in cruise set to the allows the cruise control set speed and Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control current vehicle speed. following gap to be selected. Read this Using Cruise Control on Hills entire section before using this system. The If the cruise control system is already following gap is the following time between activated: How well the cruise control will work on your vehicle and a vehicle detected directly . Move the thumbwheel down toward SET− hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load, ahead in your path, moving in the same until the desired lower speed is reached, and the steepness of the hills. When going direction. If no vehicle is detected in your then release it. up steep hills, you might have to step on path, ACC works like regular cruise control. the accelerator pedal to maintain your . To decrease the vehicle speed in small ACC uses camera and radar sensors. See 0 increments, move the thumbwheel down speed. When going downhill, you might Radio Frequency Statement 357. have to brake or shift to a lower gear to toward SET− briefly. For each press, the If a vehicle is detected in your path, ACC can vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. keep your speed down. If the brake pedal is applied, cruise control disengages. apply acceleration or limited, moderate braking to maintain the selected following Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

218 Driving and Operating gap. To disengage ACC, apply the brake pedal. If ACC is controlling your vehicle Warning (Continued) speed when the Traction Control System Complete attention is always required (TCS) or StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability while driving and you should be ready to Control (ESC) system activates, the ACC may take action and apply the brakes. See automatically disengage. See Traction Defensive Driving 0 188. Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 213. When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used, the ACC can be turned back on. { Warning Turning off the TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC ACC will not detect or brake for children, system will disengage the cruise control. pedestrians, animals, or other objects. ACC can reduce the need for you to Do not use ACC when: frequently brake and accelerate, especially J : Press to turn the system on or off. The when used on expressways, freeways, and . On winding and hilly roads or when indicator turns white on the instrument interstate highways. When used on other the sensors are blocked by snow, ice, cluster when ACC is turned on. or dirt. The system may not detect a roads, you may need to take over the RES+ : Press briefly to resume the previous control of braking or acceleration more vehicle ahead. Keep the entire front of the vehicle clean. set speed or to increase vehicle speed if ACC often. is already activated. To increase speed by . Visibility is low, such as in fog, rain, about 1 km/h (1 mph), press RES+ briefly. To { Warning or snow conditions. ACC performance increase speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph) ACC has limited braking ability and may is limited under these conditions. mark on the speedometer, hold RES+. not have time to slow the vehicle down . On slippery roads where fast changes SET– : Press briefly to set the speed and enough to avoid a collision with another in tire traction can cause excessive activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if vehicle you are following. This can occur wheel slip. ACC is already activated. To decrease speed when vehicles suddenly slow or stop by about 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET– briefly. ahead, or enter your lane. Also see To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h “Alerting the Driver” in this section. (5 mph) mark on the speedometer, hold (Continued) SET– . Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 219 * : Press to disengage ACC without erasing When the vehicle is turned on, the cruise To set ACC: the selected set speed. control mode will be set to the last mode 1. Press J. used before the vehicle was turned off. [ : Press to select a following gap time 2. Get up to the desired speed. (or distance) setting for ACC of Far, Medium, { Warning 3. Press and release SET–. or Near. Always check the cruise control indicator 4. Remove your foot from the accelerator. Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise on the instrument cluster to determine Control After ACC is set, it may immediately apply which mode cruise control is in before the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected To switch between ACC and regular cruise using the feature. If ACC is not active, the closer than the selected following gap. * vehicle will not automatically brake for control, press and hold . A Driver ACC can also be set while the vehicle is Information Display (DIC) message displays. other vehicles, which could cause a crash 0 stopped if ACC is on and the brake pedal is See Vehicle Messages 113. if the brakes are not applied manually. applied. You and others could be seriously injured or killed.

Setting Adaptive Cruise Control If J is on when not in use, it could get ACC Indicator Regular Cruise Control pressed and go into cruise when not desired. Keep off when cruise is not being used. Indicator J The ACC indicator displays on the Select the set speed desired for cruise. This instrument cluster. When ACC is turned on, When ACC is engaged, a green ] indicator is the vehicle speed when no vehicle is the indicator will be lit white. When ACC is will be lit on the instrument cluster. When detected in its path. active, the indicator will be lit green. the regular cruise control is engaged, a ACC will not set at a speed less than Be mindful of speed limits, surrounding green J indicator will be lit on the 25 km/h (15 mph), although it can be traffic speeds, and weather conditions when instrument cluster; the following gap will resumed when driving at lower speeds. The selecting the set speed. not display. minimum allowable set speed is 25 km/h (15 mph). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

220 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed . If ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop and there is another vehicle directly ahead, If ACC is set at a desired speed and then the If ACC is already activated, do one of the pressing RES+ will increase the set speed. brakes are applied, ACC is disengaged following: . Pressing RES+ when there is no longer a without erasing the set speed from memory. . Use the accelerator to get to the higher vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is speed. Briefly press and release SET– and To begin using ACC again, press RES+ up pulling away and the brake is not applied release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle briefly. will cause the ACC to resume. will now cruise at the higher speed. . If the vehicle is moving more than 5 km/h When it is determined that there is no (3 mph), it returns to the previous set When the accelerator pedal is pressed, vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is beyond speed. ACC will not brake because it is overridden. While overridden, the ACC the selected following gap, then the vehicle . If the vehicle is stopped with the brake speed will increase to the set speed. pedal applied, press RES+ and release the indicator will turn blue on the instrument brake pedal. ACC will hold the vehicle cluster. The speedometer reading can be until RES+ or the accelerator pedal is . Press and hold RES+ until the desired set displayed in either English or metric units. pressed. is displayed, then release it. See Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel) 0 . To increase vehicle speed in small 90 or A green ACC indicator and the set speed Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0 93. The display on the instrument cluster. The increments, press RES+ briefly. For each press, the vehicle goes 1 km/h or (1 mph) increment value used depends on the units vehicle ahead indicator may be flashing if a displayed. vehicle ahead was present and moved. See faster. “Approaching and Following a Vehicle” later . To increase vehicle speed in larger Reducing Speed While ACC Is at a Set Speed in this section. increments, hold RES+. While holding RES If ACC is already activated, do one of the +, the vehicle speed increases to the next following: Once ACC has resumed, if there is no vehicle 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then continues to . Use the brake to get to the desired lower ahead, if the vehicle ahead is beyond the increase by 5 km/h (5 mph) at a time. selected following gap, or if the vehicle has speed. Press SET– down and release the exited a sharp curve, then the vehicle speed The set speed can also be increased while accelerator pedal. The vehicle will now will increase to the set speed. the vehicle is stopped. cruise at the lower speed. . If stopped with the brake applied, press . Press and hold SET– down until the RES+ until the desired set speed is desired lower speed is reached, then displayed. release it. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 221 . To decrease the vehicle speed in smaller Since each gap setting corresponds to a When this condition occurs, the collision increments, press SET− down briefly. For following time (Far, Medium, or Near), the alert symbol will flash on the windshield. each press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h following distance will vary based on vehicle Either eight beeps will sound from the front, or (1 mph) slower. speed. The faster the vehicle speed, the or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will . To decrease the vehicle speed in larger further back your vehicle will follow a pulse five times. See “Collision/Detection increments, hold SET−. While holding vehicle detected ahead. Consider traffic and Systems” under Vehicle Personalization SET−, the vehicle speed decreases to the weather conditions when selecting the 0 113. next 5 km/h (5 mph) step, then continues following gap. The range of selectable gaps See Defensive Driving 0 188. to decrease by 5 km/h (5 mph) at a time. may not be appropriate for all drivers and Approaching and Following a Vehicle . If stopped with the brake applied, press driving conditions. or hold SET− until the desired set speed is Changing the gap setting automatically displayed. changes the alert timing sensitivity (Far, Selecting the Follow Distance Gap Medium, or Near) for the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward Collision When a slower moving vehicle is detected Alert (FCA) System 0 230. ahead within the selected following gap, ACC will adjust the vehicle's speed and Alerting the Driver attempt to maintain the follow distance gap The vehicle ahead indicator is in the selected. instrument cluster. The vehicle ahead indicator only displays Press on the steering wheel to adjust [ when a vehicle is detected in your vehicle’s the following gap. Each press cycles the gap path moving in the same direction. button through three settings: Far, Medium, or Near. If this symbol is not displaying, ACC will not respond to or brake for vehicles ahead. When pressed, the current gap setting If ACC is engaged, driver action may be displays briefly on the instrument cluster. required when ACC cannot apply sufficient ACC automatically slows the vehicle down The gap setting will be maintained until it is braking because of approaching a vehicle and adjusts vehicle speed to follow the changed. too rapidly. vehicle in front at the selected following gap. The vehicle speed increases or decreases to follow the vehicle in front of Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

222 Driving and Operating you, but will not exceed the set speed. Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects ACC Automatically Disengages It may apply limited braking, if necessary. ACC may automatically disengage and the When braking is active, the brake lamps will { Warning driver will need to manually apply the come on. The automatic braking may feel or ACC may not detect and react to stopped brakes to slow the vehicle when: sound different than if the brakes were applied manually. This is normal. or slow-moving vehicles ahead of you. For . The sensors are blocked. example, the system may not brake for a . The Traction Control System (TCS) or Passing a Vehicle While Using ACC vehicle it has never detected moving. This StabiliTrak/ESC system has activated or If the set speed is high enough, and the left can occur in stop-and-go traffic or when a been disabled. turn signal is used to pass a vehicle ahead vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle . There is a fault in the system. in the selected following gap, ACC may ahead changing lanes. Your vehicle may . The radar falsely reports a blockage when assist by gradually accelerating the vehicle not stop and could cause a crash. Use driving in a desert or remote area with prior to the lane change. caution when using ACC. Your complete no other vehicles or roadside objects. attention is always required while driving { . A DIC message may display to indicate Warning and you should be ready to take action that ACC is temporarily unavailable. When using ACC to pass a vehicle or and apply the brakes. The ACC indicator will turn white when ACC perform a lane change, the following is no longer active. distance to the vehicle being passed may Irregular Objects Affecting ACC be reduced. ACC may not apply sufficient ACC may have difficulty detecting the In some cases, when ACC is temporarily acceleration or braking when passing a following objects: unavailable, regular cruise control may be used. See “Switching Between ACC and vehicle or performing a lane change. . Vehicles with cargo extending from the Regular Cruise Control” in this section. Always be ready to manually accelerate back end. Always consider driving conditions before or brake to complete the pass or lane . Non-standard shaped vehicles, such as using either cruise control system. change. vehicle transport, vehicles with a side car fitted, or horse carriages. Notification to Resume ACC . Objects that are close to the front of your ACC will maintain a following gap behind a vehicle. detected vehicle and slow your vehicle to a stop behind that vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 223 If the stopped vehicle ahead has driven away and ACC has not resumed, the vehicle { Warning { Warning ahead indicator will flash as a reminder to If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and if ACC The ACC will not automatically apply the check traffic ahead before proceeding. In is disengaged, turned off, or canceled, the brakes if your foot is resting on the addition, the left and right sides of the vehicle will no longer be held at a stop. accelerator pedal. You could crash into a Safety Alert Seat will pulse three times, The vehicle can move. When ACC is vehicle ahead of you. or three beeps will sound. See “Alert Type” holding the vehicle at a stop, always be and “Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier” in prepared to manually apply the brakes. Curves in the Road “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle 0 Personalization 113. { Warning When the vehicle drives away, ACC resumes { Warning On curves, ACC may not detect a vehicle automatically if the stop was brief. Leaving the vehicle without placing it in ahead in your lane. You could be startled If necessary, press RES+ or the accelerator P (Park) can be dangerous. Do not leave if the vehicle accelerates up to the set pedal to resume ACC. If stopped for more speed, especially when following a vehicle than two minutes or if the driver door is the vehicle while it is being held at a opened and the driver seat belt is stop by ACC. Always place the vehicle in exiting or entering exit ramps. You could unbuckled, the ACC automatically applies the P (Park) and turn off the ignition before lose control of the vehicle or crash. Do Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the leaving the vehicle. not use ACC while driving on an entrance vehicle. The EPB status light will turn on. or exit ramp. Always be ready to use the See Electric Parking Brake 0 211. To resume ACC Override brakes if necessary. ACC and release the EPB, press the If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is accelerator pedal. active, the ACC indicator turns blue on the { Warning A DIC warning message may display instrument cluster to indicate that automatic indicating to shift to P (Park) before exiting braking will not occur. See Vehicle Messages On curves, ACC may respond to a vehicle 0 the vehicle. See Vehicle Messages 0 113. 113. ACC will resume operation when the in another lane, or may not have time to accelerator pedal is not being pressed. react to a vehicle in your lane. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose control of your vehicle. Give extra (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

224 Driving and Operating ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it Warning (Continued) is completely in the lane. The brakes may attention in curves and be ready to use need to be manually applied. the brakes if necessary. Select an Objects Not Directly in Front of Your Vehicle appropriate speed while driving in curves. The detection of objects in front of the ACC may operate differently in a sharp vehicle may not be possible if: curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the . The vehicle or object ahead is not within curve is too sharp. ACC automatically slows your lane. the vehicle down while navigating the curve ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your . The vehicle ahead is shifted, not centered, and may increase speed out of the curve, lane and apply the brakes. or is shifted to one side of the lane. but will not exceed the set speed ACC may occasionally provide an alert and/ Driving in Narrow Lanes or braking that is considered unnecessary. Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or roadside It could respond to vehicles in different objects may be incorrectly detected when lanes, signs, guardrails, and other stationary located along the roadway. objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is normal operation. The vehicle does Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a not need service. Trailer Other Vehicle Lane Changes

When following a vehicle and entering a curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and may accelerate to the set speed. When this happens, the vehicle ahead indicator will not appear. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 225 Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills Do not install objects on top of the vehicle Driver Assistance Systems or when towing a trailer. ACC will not detect that overhang and obstruct the front a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep camera, such as a canoe, kayak, or other This vehicle may have features that work hills. The driver will often need to take over items that can be transported on a roof rack together to help avoid crashes or reduce acceleration and braking on steep hills, system. See Roof Rack System 0 81. crash damage while driving, backing, and parking. Read this entire section before especially when towing a trailer. If the Do not modify the hood, headlamps, or fog using these systems. brakes are applied, the ACC disengages. lamps, as this may limit the camera’s ability Disengaging ACC to detect an object. { Warning There are three ways to disengage ACC: Cleaning the Sensing System Do not rely on the Driver Assistance . Step lightly on the brake pedal. The camera sensor on the windshield behind Systems. These systems do not replace . Press *. the rearview mirror and the radar sensors the need for paying attention and driving on the front of the vehicle can become . Press J. safely. You may not hear or feel alerts or blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. These warnings provided by these systems. Erasing Speed Memory areas need to be cleaned for ACC to operate Failure to use proper care when driving properly. The ACC set speed is erased from memory if may result in injury, death, or vehicle J is pressed or if the ignition is turned off. If ACC will not operate, regular cruise control damage. See Defensive Driving 0 188. may be available. See “Switching Between Weather Conditions Affecting ACC ACC and Regular Cruise Control” in this Under many conditions, these systems System operation may be limited under section. Always consider driving conditions will not: snow, heavy rain, or road spray conditions. before using either cruise control system. . Detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. Accessory Installations and Vehicle For cleaning instructions, see “Washing the Modifications Vehicle” under Exterior Care 0 323. . Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored by the system. Do not install or place any object around the front camera windshield area that would . Work at all driving speeds. obstruct the front camera view. . Warn you or provide you with enough time to avoid a crash. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

226 Driving and Operating If equipped with the Safety Alert Seat, the Warning (Continued) driver seat cushion may provide a vibrating . Work under poor visibility or bad pulse alert instead of beeping. To change weather conditions. this, see “Collision/Detection Systems” under 0 . Work if the detection sensor is not Vehicle Personalization 113. cleaned or is covered by ice, snow, Cleaning mud, or dirt. Depending on vehicle options, keep these . Work if the detection sensor is areas of the vehicle clean to ensure the best covered up, such as with a sticker, driver assistance feature performance. Driver magnet, or metal plate. Information Center (DIC) messages may . Work if the area surrounding the display when the systems are unavailable or blocked. detection sensor is damaged or not . Front and rear bumpers and the area properly repaired. below the bumpers Complete attention is always required . Front grille and headlamps while driving, and you should be ready to . Front camera lens in the front grille or take action and apply the brakes and/or near the front emblem steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. . Front side and rear side panels Audible or Safety Alert Seat . Outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror Some driver assistance features alert the . Side camera lens on the bottom of the driver of obstacles by beeping. To change outside mirrors the volume of the warning chime, see “Comfort and Convenience” under Vehicle . Rear side corner bumpers Personalization 0 113. . Rear Vision Camera above the license plate Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 227 Radio Frequency Displayed images may be farther or closer This vehicle may be equipped with driver than they appear. The area displayed is assistance systems that operate using radio limited and objects that are close to either frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement corner of the bumper or under the bumper 0 357. do not display. A warning triangle may display to show Assistance Systems for Parking or that RPA or RCTA has detected an object. Backing This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object. If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC), Rear Park Assist (RPA), Surround Vision, and { Warning Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) may help the driver park or avoid objects. Always check The camera(s) do not display children, around the vehicle when parking or backing. 1. View Displayed by the Camera pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic, animals, or any other object outside of Rear Vision Camera (RVC) the cameras’ field of view, below the When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), bumper, or under the vehicle. Shown the RVC displays an image of the area distances may be different from actual behind the vehicle in the infotainment distances. Do not drive or park the display. The previous screen displays when vehicle using only these camera(s). the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) after Always check behind and around the a short delay. To return to the previous vehicle before driving. Failure to use screen sooner, press Home or Back on the infotainment system, shift into P (Park), proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. or reach a vehicle speed of approximately 1. View Displayed by the Camera 12 km/h (8 mph) while in D (Drive). 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper Hitch Guidance If equipped, this feature displays a single, centered guideline on the camera display to assist with aligning a vehicle’s hitch ball Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

228 Driving and Operating with a trailer coupler. Select the trailer Surround Vision guidance line button, then align the trailer If equipped, Surround Vision shows an guidance line over the trailer coupler. image of the area surrounding the vehicle, Continuously steer the vehicle to keep the along with the front or rear camera views guidance line centered on the coupler when on the infotainment display. The front backing. RVC Park Assist overlays will not camera is in the grille or near the front display when the trailer guidance line is emblem, the side cameras are on the active. Hitch Guidance is only available in bottom of the outside mirrors, and the rear Standard View. camera is above the license plate. To check the trailer when in a forward gear The Surround Vision system can be accessed 1. Views Displayed by the Surround above 12 km/h (8 mph), touch CAMERA on by selecting CAMERA in the infotainment Vision Cameras the infotainment display to view the rear display or when the vehicle is shifted into 2. Area Not Shown camera. Touch X to exit the view or it will R (Reverse). To return to the previous screen be removed automatically after sooner, press any button on the eight seconds. infotainment system, shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed of approximately { Warning 12 km/h (8 mph). Use Hitch Guidance only to help back the vehicle to a trailer hitch or, when { Warning traveling above 12 km/h (8 mph), to The Surround Vision cameras have blind briefly check the status of your trailer. Do spots and will not display all objects near not use for any other purpose, such as the corners of the vehicle. Folding outside 1. Views Displayed by the Surround making lane change decisions. Before mirrors that are out of position may not making a lane change, always check the Vision Cameras display surround view correctly. Always 2. Area Not Shown mirrors and glance over your shoulder. check around the vehicle when parking or Improper use could result in serious backing. injury to you or others. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 229 Camera Views Front/Rear Junction View : Displays a front Park Assist and RCTA overlays are not or rear cross traffic view that shows objects available when Side Forward/Rearward View directly to the left and right of the front or is active. back of the vehicle. Touch Junction View on Hitch View : Assists while connecting to a the infotainment display when a camera trailer. Displays a zoomed-in view of the view is active. Touching the button multiple hitch to help align the vehicle’s hitch ball times will toggle between front and rear with the trailer coupler. Shifting into camera views. P (Park) while in this view will automatically Front/Rear Overhead View : Displays a front engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB). or rear overhead view of the vehicle. Guidance Lines : Displays available Touching the button will toggle between the guidelines. The horizontal markings two views. represent distance from the vehicle. Front/Rear Bowl View : Displays a view of Top Down View : Displays an image of the Touch the camera view buttons along the the vehicle from either the front or the back area surrounding the vehicle, along with bottom of the infotainment display. of the vehicle. Touch Bowl View on the other views in the infotainment display. Top Available views will differ depending on infotainment display when a camera view is Down can be enabled or disabled by vehicle options. active. Touching the button multiple times pressing the Top Down View button multiple will toggle between forward and rearward times. Front/Rear Standard View : Displays an views. Park Assist and RCTA overlays are not image of the area in front or behind the available when Bowl View is active. Park Assist vehicle. Touch Front/Rear Standard View on With RPA, as the vehicle backs up at speeds the infotainment display when a camera Side Forward/Rearward View : Displays a of less than 8 km/h (5 mph), the sensors on view is active. Touching the button multiple view that shows objects next to the front or the rear bumper may detect objects up to times will toggle between front and rear rear sides of the vehicle. Touch Side 2.5m (8 ft) behind the vehicle within a zone camera views. Forward/Rearward View on the infotainment display when a camera view is active. 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and below If equipped, the front view camera also Touching the button multiple times will bumper level. These detection distances may displays when the Park Assist system toggle between forward and rearward views. be shorter during warmer or humid weather. detects an object within 30 cm (12 in). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

230 Driving and Operating Blocked sensors will not detect objects and for RPA. As the object gets closer, more bars Turning the Features On or Off can also cause false detections. Keep the light up and the bars change color from sensors clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and yellow to amber to red. To turn RPA on or off, press X on the center console. The indicator light next to slush; and clean sensors after a car wash in When an object is first detected in the rear, freezing temperatures. the button comes on when the features are one beep will be heard from the rear, on and turns off when the features have or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will been disabled. { Warning pulse two times. When an object is very The Park Assist system does not detect close (<0.6m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, five RCTA and Rear Park Assist symbols can be children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, beeps will sound from the rear or both sides turned on or off through vehicle personalization. See “Collision/Detection or objects below the bumper or that are of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. Systems” under Vehicle Personalization too close or too far from the vehicle. It is Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) 0 113. not available at speeds greater than If equipped, RCTA shows a red warning 8 km/h (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, Turn off RPA when towing a trailer. triangle with a left or right pointing arrow or vehicle damage, even with Park Assist, on the infotainment display to warn of Assistance Systems for Driving always check the area around the vehicle traffic coming from the left or right. This and check all mirrors before backing. system detects objects coming from up to If equipped, when driving the vehicle in a 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side of forward gear, Forward Collision Alert (FCA), the vehicle. When an object is detected, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keep three beeps sound from the left or right, Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), depending on the direction of the detected Lane Change Alert (LCA), Automatic vehicle. Emergency Braking (AEB), and/or the Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System can help to Use caution while backing up when towing avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones that extend out from the back of the vehicle do Forward Collision Alert (FCA) not move further back when a trailer is System towed. The instrument cluster may have a Park If equipped, the FCA system may help to Assist display with bars that show “distance avoid or reduce the harm caused by to object” and object location information front-end crashes. When approaching a Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 231 vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a FCA can be disabled with either the FCA red flashing alert on the windshield and steering wheel control or, if equipped, Warning (Continued) rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat. FCA through vehicle personalization. See the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, also lights an amber visual alert if following “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. 0 another vehicle much too closely. Personalization 113. It may also not detect a vehicle on FCA detects vehicles within a distance of Detecting the Vehicle Ahead winding or hilly roads, or in conditions approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at that can limit visibility such as fog, rain, speeds above 8 km/h (5 mph). If the vehicle or snow, or if the headlamps or has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it can windshield are not cleaned or in proper detect vehicles to distances of approximately condition. Keep the windshield, 110 m (360 ft) and operates at speeds above headlamps, and FCA sensors clean and in 4km/h (2.5 mph). See Adaptive Cruise Control good repair. (Advanced) 0 217. FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA Collision Alert { Warning system detects a vehicle ahead. When a FCA is a warning system and does not vehicle is detected, the vehicle ahead apply the brakes. When approaching a indicator will display green. Vehicles may slower-moving or stopped vehicle ahead not be detected on curves, highway exit ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; or if a too rapidly, or when following a vehicle vehicle ahead is partially blocked by too closely, FCA may not provide a pedestrians or other objects. FCA will not warning with enough time to help avoid detect another vehicle ahead until it is When your vehicle approaches another a crash. It also may not provide any completely in the driving lane. detected vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA warning at all. FCA does not warn of display will flash on the windshield. Also, pedestrians, animals, signs, guardrails, { Warning eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound bridges, construction barrels, or other from the front, or both sides of the Safety objects. Be ready to take action and FCA does not provide a warning to help avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. Alert Seat will pulse five times. When this apply the brakes. See Defensive Driving Collision Alert occurs, the brake system may FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if 0 188. prepare for driver braking to occur more (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

232 Driving and Operating rapidly which can cause a brief, mild The Collision Alert control is on the steering Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) deceleration. Continue to apply the brake wheel. Press [ to set the FCA timing to 0 110. The minimum following time is pedal as needed. Cruise control may be Far, Medium, or Near, or on some vehicles, 0.5 seconds away. If there is no vehicle disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs. Off. The first button press shows the current detected ahead, or the vehicle ahead is out Tailgating Alert setting on the Driver Information Center of sensor range, dashes will be displayed. (DIC). Additional button presses will change Unnecessary Alerts this setting. The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating turning vehicles, vehicles in other lanes, Alert features. The timing of both alerts will objects that are not vehicles, or shadows. vary based on vehicle speed. The faster the These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle speed, the farther away the alert will vehicle does not need service. occur. Consider traffic and weather The vehicle ahead indicator will display Cleaning the System amber when you are following a vehicle conditions when selecting the alert timing. ahead much too closely. The range of selectable alert timings may If the FCA system does not seem to operate not be appropriate for all drivers and driving properly, this may correct the issue: Selecting the Alert Timing conditions. . Clean the outside of the windshield in If your vehicle is equipped with Adaptive front of the rearview mirror. Cruise Control (ACC), changing the FCA . Clean the entire front of the vehicle. timing setting automatically changes the . Clean the headlamps. following gap setting (Far, Medium, or Near). Automatic Emergency Following Distance Indicator Braking (AEB) The following distance to a moving vehicle If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert ahead in your path is indicated in following (FCA), it also has AEB, which includes time in seconds on the Driver Information Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When the Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center system detects a vehicle ahead in your path (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 0 107 or that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 233 provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) lessen the severity of crashes when driving . Detect all vehicles, especially vehicles guardrails, signs, and other non-moving in a forward gear. Depending on the with a trailer, tractors, muddy objects. To override AEB, firmly press the situation, the vehicle may automatically vehicles, etc. accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so. brake moderately or hard. This automatic . Detect a vehicle when weather limits emergency braking can only occur if a visibility, such as in fog, rain, or snow. Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) vehicle is detected. This is shown by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being lit. See . Detect a vehicle ahead if it is partially IBA may activate when the brake pedal is Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 230. blocked by pedestrians or other applied quickly by providing a boost to objects. braking based on the speed of approach and The system works when driving in a forward distance to a vehicle ahead. gear between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h Complete attention is always required (50 mph), or on vehicles with Adaptive while driving, and you should be ready to Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal Cruise Control (ACC), above 4 km/h (2 mph). take action and apply the brakes and/or movement during this time is normal and It can detect vehicles up to approximately steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. the brake pedal should continue to be 60 m (197 ft). applied as needed. IBA will automatically AEB may slow the vehicle to a complete disengage only when the brake pedal is { Warning stop to try to avoid a potential crash. If this released. happens, AEB may engage the Electric AEB is an emergency crash preparation Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a { Warning feature and is not designed to avoid stop. Release the EPB or firmly press the IBA may increase vehicle braking in crashes. Do not rely on AEB to brake the accelerator pedal. vehicle. AEB will not brake outside of its situations when it may not be necessary. You could block the flow of traffic. If this operating speed range and only responds { Warning to detected vehicles. occurs, take your foot off the brake pedal AEB may automatically brake the vehicle and then apply the brakes as needed. AEB may not: suddenly in situations where it is . Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or unexpected and undesired. It could hilly roads. respond to a turning vehicle ahead, (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

234 Driving and Operating AEB and IBA can be disabled through vehicle ~ amber indicator, , when a nearby Warning (Continued) personalization. See “Collision/Detection pedestrian is detected ahead. When Systems” under Vehicle Personalization approaching a detected pedestrian too . When the pedestrian is not directly 0 113. quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on ahead, fully visible, or standing the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses upright, or when part of a group. { Warning the driver seat. FPB can provide a boost to . Due to poor visibility, including Using AEB or IBA while towing a trailer braking or automatically brake the vehicle. nighttime conditions, fog, rain, could cause you to lose control of the This system includes Intelligent Brake Assist or snow. (IBA), and the Automatic Emergency Braking vehicle and crash. Turn the system to . If the FPB sensor is blocked by dirt, (AEB) system may also respond to Alert, or if the vehicle has ACC to Off, snow, or ice. pedestrians. See Automatic Emergency when towing a trailer. Braking (AEB) 0 232. . If the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition. A system unavailable message may The FPB system can detect and alert to display if: pedestrians in a forward gear at speeds Be ready to take action and apply the . The front of the vehicle or windshield is between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h brakes. For more information, see not clean. (50 mph). During daytime driving, the Defensive Driving 0 188. Keep the system detects pedestrians up to a distance . Heavy rain or snow is interfering with windshield, headlamps, and FPB sensor of approximately 40 m (131 ft). During object detection. clean and in good repair. nighttime driving, system performance is . There is a problem with the StabiliTrak/ very limited. FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. Brake through vehicle personalization. See The AEB system does not need service. { Warning “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 113. Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) FPB does not provide an alert or automatically brake the vehicle, unless it System detects a pedestrian. FPB may not detect If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid pedestrians, including children: or reduce the harm caused by front-end (Continued) crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 235 Detecting the Pedestrian Ahead for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. { Warning Continue to apply the brake pedal as FPB may alert or automatically brake the needed. Cruise control may be disengaged vehicle suddenly in situations where it is when the Front Pedestrian Alert occurs. unexpected and undesired. It could falsely Automatic Braking alert or brake for objects similar in shape or size to pedestrians, including shadows. If FPB detects it is about to crash into a This is normal operation and the vehicle FPB alerts and automatic braking will not pedestrian directly ahead, and the brakes does not need service. To override occur unless the FPB system detects a have not been applied, FPB may Automatic Braking, firmly press the pedestrian. When a nearby pedestrian is automatically brake moderately or brake accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so. detected in front of the vehicle, the hard. This can help to avoid some very low pedestrian ahead indicator will display speed pedestrian crashes or reduce Automatic Braking can be disabled through amber. pedestrian injury. FPB can automatically vehicle personalization. See “Front Pedestrian brake to detected pedestrians between Front Pedestrian Alert Detection” in “Collision/Detection Systems” 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). under Vehicle Personalization 0 113. Automatic braking levels may be reduced under certain conditions, such as higher speeds. { Warning Using the Front Pedestrian Braking If this happens, Automatic Braking may engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to system while towing a trailer could cause hold the vehicle at a stop. Release the EPB. you to lose control of the vehicle and A firm press of the accelerator pedal will crash. Turn the system to Alert or Off When the vehicle approaches a pedestrian also release Automatic Braking and the EPB. when towing a trailer. ahead too rapidly, the red FPB alert display will flash on the windshield. Eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound from the front, or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse five times. When this Pedestrian Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

236 Driving and Operating Cleaning the System LCA warning display will light up in the The LCA sensor covers a zone of corresponding outside mirror and will flash approximately one lane over from both If FPB does not seem to operate properly, if the turn signal is on. sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The cleaning the outside of the windshield in height of the zone is approximately between front of the rearview mirror may correct the 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. issue. { Warning The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) warning LCA does not alert the driver to vehicles Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) area starts at approximately the middle of outside of the system detection zones, the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers If equipped, the SBZA system is a pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may are also warned of vehicles rapidly lane-changing aid that assists drivers with not provide alerts when changing lanes approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft) behind avoiding crashes that occur with moving under all driving conditions. Failure to use the vehicle. vehicles in the side blind zone, or blind spot proper care when changing lanes may areas. When the vehicle is in a forward gear, result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. How the System Works the left or right side mirror display will light Before making a lane change, always The LCA symbol lights up in the outside up if a moving vehicle is detected in that check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, mirrors when the system detects a moving blind zone. If the turn signal is activated and and use the turn signals. vehicle in the next lane over that is in the a vehicle is also detected on the same side, side blind zone or rapidly approaching that the display will flash as an extra warning LCA Detection Zones zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol indicates not to change lanes. Since this system is it may be unsafe to change lanes. Before part of the Lane Change Alert (LCA) system, making a lane change, check the LCA read the entire LCA section before using this display, check mirrors, glance over your feature. shoulder, and use the turn signals. Lane Change Alert (LCA) If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly 1. SBZA Detection Zone Left Outside Mirror Right Outside Mirror approaching these areas from behind. The 2. LCA Detection Zone Display Display Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 237 When the vehicle is started, both outside LCA displays may not come on when message after cleaning both sides of the mirror LCA displays will briefly come on to passing a vehicle quickly, for a stopped vehicle toward the rear corners of the indicate the system is operating. When the vehicle, or when towing a trailer. The LCA vehicle, see your dealer. vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right detection zones that extend back from the If the LCA displays do not light up when outside mirror display will light up if a side of the vehicle do not move further back moving vehicles are in the side blind zone or moving vehicle is detected in the next lane when a trailer is towed. Use caution while are rapidly approaching this zone and the over in that blind zone or rapidly changing lanes when towing a trailer. LCA system is clean, the system may need approaching that zone. If the turn signal is may alert to objects attached to the vehicle, service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. activated in the same direction as a such as a trailer, bicycle, or object extending detected vehicle, this display will flash as an out to either side of the vehicle. Attached Radio Frequency Information extra warning not to change lanes. objects may also interfere with the See Radio Frequency Statement 0 357. LCA can be disabled through vehicle detection of vehicles. This is normal system personalization. When you disable LCA, Side operation; the vehicle does not need service. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Blind Zone Alert is also disabled. See LCA may not always alert the driver to If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle vehicles in the next lane over, especially in to unintentional lane departures. This Personalization 0 113. If LCA is disabled by wet conditions or when driving on sharp system uses a camera to detect lane the driver, the LCA mirror displays will not curves. The system does not need to be markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and light up. serviced. The system may light up due to 180 km/h (112 mph). It may assist by gently guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other turning the steering wheel if the vehicle When the System Does Not Seem to non-moving objects. This is normal system approaches a detected lane marking. It may Work Properly operation; the vehicle does not need service. also provide a Lane Departure Warning The LCA system requires some driving for LCA may not operate when the LCA sensors (LDW) alert if the vehicle crosses a detected the system to calibrate to maximum in the left or right corners of the rear lane marking. LKA can be overridden by performance. This calibration may occur bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, turning the steering wheel. This system is more quickly if the vehicle is driving on a ice, or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For not intended to keep the vehicle centered in straight highway road with traffic and cleaning instructions, see "Washing the the lane. LKA will not assist and alert if the roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, barriers). Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 323. If the DIC turn signal is active in the direction of lane still displays the system unavailable departure, or if it detects that you are accelerating, braking or actively steering. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

238 Driving and Operating A { Warning (Continued) To turn LKA on and off, press on the Warning center console. If equipped, the indicator The LKA system does not continuously Always keep your attention on the road light on the button comes on when LKA is steer the vehicle. It may not keep the and maintain proper vehicle position on and turns off when LKA is disabled. vehicle in the lane or give a Lane within the lane, or vehicle damage, When on, A is white, if equipped, Departure Warning (LDW) alert, even if a injury, or death could occur. Always keep indicating that the system is not ready to lane marking is detected. the windshield, headlamps, and camera assist. A is green if LKA is ready to sensors clean and in good repair. Do not The LKA and LDW systems may not: assist. LKA may assist by gently turning the use LKA in bad weather conditions or on . Provide an alert or enough steering steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a roads with unclear lane markings, such as A assist to avoid a lane departure or construction zones. detected lane marking. is amber when crash. assisting. It may also provide a Lane . Detect lane markings under poor Departure Warning (LDW) alert by flashing weather or visibility conditions. This { Warning A amber if the vehicle crosses a can occur if the windshield or detected lane marking. Additionally, there Using LKA while towing a trailer or on headlamps are blocked by dirt, snow, may be three beeps, or the driver seat may slippery roads could cause loss of control or ice; if they are not in proper pulse three times, on the right or left, condition; or if the sun shines directly of the vehicle and a crash. Turn the depending on the lane departure direction. system off. into the camera. Take Steering . Detect road edges. How the System Works The LKA system does not continuously steer . Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads. LKA uses a camera sensor installed on the the vehicle. If LKA does not detect active If LKA only detects lane markings on one windshield ahead of the rearview mirror to driver steering, an alert and chime may be provided. Steer the vehicle to dismiss. LKA side of the road, it will only assist or detect lane markings. It may provide brief may become temporarily unavailable after provide an LDW alert when approaching steering assist if it detects an unintended repeated take steering alerts. the lane on the side where it has lane departure. It may further provide an detected a lane marking. Even with LKA audible alert or the driver seat may pulse and LDW, you must steer the vehicle. indicating that a lane marking has been (Continued) crossed. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 239 When the System Does Not Seem to is normal system operation; the vehicle does Recommended Fuel Work Properly not need service. Turn LKA off if these conditions continue. The system performance may be affected by: . Close vehicles ahead. Fuel . Sudden lighting changes, such as when Top Tier Fuel driving through tunnels. GM recommends the use of TOP TIER . Banked roads. Use regular unleaded gasoline meeting Detergent Gasoline to keep the engine clean, ASTM specification D4814 with a posted . Roads with poor lane markings, such as reduce engine deposits, and maintain octane rating of 87 — (R+M)/2 — or higher. two-lane roads. optimal vehicle performance. Look for the Do not use gasoline with a posted octane TOP TIER Logo or see www.toptiergas.com If the LKA system is not functioning rating of less than 87, as this may cause for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline properly when lane markings are clearly engine knock and will lower fuel economy. visible, cleaning the windshield may help. marketers and applicable countries. Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel. A camera blocked message may display if Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels the camera is blocked. Some driver greater than 15% by volume. assistance systems may have reduced performance or not work at all. An LKA or Prohibited Fuels LDW unavailable message may display if the systems are temporarily unavailable. This Caution message could be due to a blocked camera. Do not use fuels with any of the The LKA system does not need service. Clean the outside of the windshield behind the following conditions; doing so may rear view mirror. damage the vehicle and void its warranty: LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts may occur (Continued) due to tar marks, shadows, cracks in the road, temporary or construction lane markings, or other road imperfections. This Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution (Continued) Fuel Additives Warning (Continued) . For vehicles that are not FlexFuel, fuel TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is highly . Turn off the engine when refueling. labeled greater than 15% ethanol by recommended for use with your vehicle. volume, such as mid-level ethanol If your country does not have TOP TIER . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking blends (16–50% ethanol), E85, Detergent Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel materials away from fuel. or FlexFuel. System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to the . Do not leave the fuel pump . Fuel with any amount of methanol, vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at every oil unattended. methylal, ferrocene, and aniline. These change or 15 000 km (9,000 mi), whichever . Avoid using electronic devices while fuels can corrode metal fuel system occurs first. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and refueling. ACDelco Fuel System Treatment Plus parts or damage plastic and rubber . Do not re-enter the vehicle while parts. −Gasoline will help keep your vehicle’s engine fuel deposit free and performing pumping fuel. . Fuel containing metals such as optimally. . Keep children away from the fuel methylcyclopentadienyl manganese pump and never let children tricarbonyl (MMT), which can damage Filling the Tank pump fuel. the emissions control system and spark plugs. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which . Before touching the fill nozzle, touch a side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See metallic object to discharge static . Fuel with a posted octane rating of Fuel Gauge 0 95. electricity from your body. less than the recommended fuel. Using . Fuel can spray out if the fill nozzle is this fuel will lower fuel economy and { Warning performance, and may decrease the inserted too quickly. This spray can life of the emissions catalyst. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently happen if the tank is nearly full, and is and can cause injury or death. more likely in hot weather. Insert the fill nozzle slowly and wait for any hiss Fuels in Foreign Countries Follow these guidelines to help avoid noise to stop before beginning to The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post fuel injuries to you and others: flow fuel. octane ratings in anti-knock index (AKI). For . Read and follow all the instructions on fuel not to use in a foreign country, see the fuel pump island. Prohibited Fuels 0 239. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 241 Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait five seconds after you have finished pumping before { Warning removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from Attempting to refuel from a portable fuel painted surfaces as soon as possible. See container without using the funnel 0 Exterior Care 323. Push the fuel door adapter may cause fuel spillage and closed until it latches. damage the capless fuel system. This could cause a fire. You or others could be { Warning badly burned and the vehicle could be If a fire starts while you are refueling, do damaged. not remove the fill nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or 3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter by notifying the station attendant. Leave and return it to the storage location. To open the fuel door, push and release the the area immediately. rearward center edge of the door. Filling a Portable Fuel Container Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel The capless refueling system does not have Container { Warning a fuel cap. Fully insert and latch the fill nozzle, then begin fueling. If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be Never fill a portable fuel container while filled from a portable fuel container: it is in the vehicle. Static electricity { Warning discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You or others could be Overfilling the fuel tank by more than badly burned and the vehicle could be three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may damaged. To help avoid injury to you cause: and others: . Vehicle performance issues, including . Dispense fuel only into approved engine stalling and damage to the fuel containers. 1. Locate the capless funnel adapter from system. (Continued) . Fuel spills. the rear cargo area under the load floor. 2. Insert and latch the funnel into the . Under certain conditions, fuel fires. capless fuel system. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

242 Driving and Operating Driving Characteristics and The following information has many Warning (Continued) time-tested, important trailering tips and . Do not fill a container while it is Towing Tips safety rules. Many of these are important inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, in for your safety and that of your passengers. a pickup bed, or on any surface other { Warning Read this section carefully before pulling a than the ground. The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer. . Bring the fill nozzle in contact with trailer if the correct equipment is not When towing a trailer: the inside of the fill opening before used or the vehicle is not driven properly. . Become familiar with and follow all state operating the nozzle. Maintain contact For example, if the trailer is too heavy or and local laws that apply to trailer until filling is complete. the trailer brakes are inadequate for the towing. These requirements vary from . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking load, the vehicle may not stop as state to state. materials away from fuel. expected. The driver and passengers could . State laws may require the use of be seriously injured. The vehicle may also . Avoid using electronic devices while extended side view mirrors. Even if not be damaged; the resulting repairs would pumping fuel. required, you should install extended side not be covered by the vehicle warranty. view mirrors if your visibility is limited or Trailer Towing Pull a trailer only if all the steps in this restricted while towing. section have been followed. Ask your . Do not tow a trailer during the first General Towing Information dealer for advice and information about 800 km (500 mi) of vehicle use to towing a trailer with the vehicle. prevent damage to the engine, axle, Only use towing equipment that has been or other parts. designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer Driving with a Trailer . It is recommended to perform the first oil or trailering dealer for assistance with Trailering is different than just driving the change before heavy towing. preparing the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in the entire section before towing a trailer. . During the first 800 km (500 mi) of trailer handling, acceleration, braking, durability, towing, do not drive over 80 km/h To tow a disabled vehicle, see Towing the and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering (50 mph) and do not make starts at full Vehicle 0 320. To tow the vehicle behind takes correct equipment, and it has to be throttle. another vehicle such as a motor home, see used properly. 0 . Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Tow/Haul Recreational Vehicle Towing 321. Mode is recommended for heavier trailers. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 210. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 243 If the transmission downshifts too often, Before driving, inspect all trailer hitch parts a lower gear may be selected using { Warning and attachments, safety chains, electrical Manual Mode. See Manual Mode 0 209. To prevent serious injury or death from connectors, lamps, tires, and mirrors. See 0 If equipped, Driver Assistance Systems must carbon monoxide (CO), when towing a Towing Equipment 248. If the trailer has be turned off when towing a trailer: trailer: electric brakes, start the combination moving and then manually apply the trailer . Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . Do not drive with the liftgate, trunk/ brake controller to check that the trailer . Lane Keep Assist (LKA) hatch, or rear-most window open. brakes work. . Park Assist . Fully open the air outlets on or under During the trip, occasionally check that the . Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) the instrument panel. cargo and trailer are secure and that the If equipped, the following driver assistance . Adjust the climate control system to a lamps and any trailer brakes are working. setting that brings in only outside air. features should be turned to alert or off Towing with a Stability Control System when towing a trailer: See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index. . Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) When towing, the stability control system might be heard. The system reacts to . Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0 207. vehicle movement caused by the trailer, . Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) which mainly occurs during cornering. This is If equipped with Lane Change Alert (LCA), Towing a trailer requires experience. The normal when towing heavier trailers. the LCA detection zones that extend back combination of the vehicle and trailer is Following Distance from the side of the vehicle do not move longer and not as responsive as the vehicle further back when a trailer is towed. Use itself. Get used to the handling and braking Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle caution while changing lanes when towing a of the combination by driving on a level ahead as you would when driving without a trailer. road surface before driving on public roads. trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking and sudden turns. If equipped with Rear Cross Traffic Alert The trailer structure, the tires, and the (RCTA), use caution while backing up when brakes must all be rated to carry the Passing towing a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones intended cargo. Inadequate trailer More passing distance is needed when that extend out from the back of the vehicle equipment can cause the combination to towing a trailer. The combination of the do not move further back when a trailer is operate in an unexpected or unsafe manner. towed. vehicle and trailer will not accelerate as quickly and is much longer than the vehicle Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

244 Driving and Operating alone. It is necessary to go much farther Driving on Grades Parking on Hills beyond the passed vehicle before returning Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear to the lane. Pass on level roadways. Avoid before starting down a long or steep { Warning passing on hills if possible. downhill grade. If the transmission is not To prevent serious injury or death, Backing Up shifted down, the brakes may overheat and always park your vehicle and trailer on a result in reduced braking efficiency. Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with level surface when possible. one hand. To move the trailer to the left, The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Shift the move that hand to the left. To move the transmission to a lower gear if the When parking the vehicle and trailer on trailer to the right, move that hand to the transmission shifts too often under heavy a hill: right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, loads and/or hilly conditions. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift have someone guide you. When towing at higher altitudes, engine into P (Park) yet. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic Making Turns coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at lower altitudes. If the engine is if facing uphill. Caution turned off immediately after towing at high 2. Have someone place chocks under the altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle trailer wheels. Turn more slowly and make wider arcs could show signs similar to engine 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, when towing a trailer to prevent damage overheating. To avoid this, let the engine gradually release the brake pedal to to your vehicle. Making very sharp turns run, preferably on level ground, with the allow the chocks to absorb the load of could cause the trailer to contact the transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes the trailer. vehicle. before turning the engine off. If the 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the overheat warning comes on, see Engine parking brake and shift into P (Park). Make wider turns than normal when towing, Overheating 0 271. so the trailer will not go over soft shoulders, 5. Release the brake pedal. over curbs, or strike road signs, trees, or other objects. Always signal turns well in advance. Do not steer or brake suddenly. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 245 Leaving After Parking on a Hill Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Safe trailering requires monitoring the weight, speed, altitude, road grades, outside 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. The cooling system may temporarily temperature, dimensions of the front of the overheat during severe operating conditions. . Start the engine. trailer, and how frequently the vehicle is See Engine Overheating 0 271. . Shift into a gear. used to tow a trailer. . Release the parking brake. Trailer Towing Trailer Weight Ratings 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of Caution When towing a trailer, the combined weight of the vehicle, vehicle contents, trailer, and the chocks. Towing a trailer improperly can damage trailer contents must be below all of the 4. Stop and have someone pick up and the vehicle and result in costly repairs maximum weight ratings for the vehicle, store the chocks. not covered by the vehicle warranty. To including: tow a trailer correctly, follow the . GCWR: Gross Combined Weight Rating Maintenance When Trailer Towing directions in this section and see your The vehicle needs service more often when dealer for important information about . GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating used to tow trailers. See the Maintenance towing a trailer with the vehicle. . Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Schedule 0 332. It is especially important to . Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating check the engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, Trailer Weight See “Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment” cooling system, and brake system before under Towing Equipment 0 248 to and during each trip. { Warning determine if equalizer bars are required to Check periodically that all nuts and bolts on Never exceed the towing capacity for obtain the maximum trailer weight rating. the trailer hitch are tight. your vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

246 Driving and Operating See “Trailer Brakes” under Towing Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) Maximum Trailer Weight Equipment 0 248 to determine if brakes are GCWR is the total allowable weight of the The maximum trailer weight rating is required based on your trailer's weight. completely loaded vehicle and trailer calculated assuming the tow vehicle has a The only way to be sure the weight is not including any fuel, passengers, cargo, driver, a front seat passenger, and all exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh equipment, and accessories. Do not exceed required trailering equipment. This value the tow vehicle and trailer combination, the GCWR for your vehicle. The GCWR for represents the heaviest trailer the vehicle fully loaded for the trip, getting individual the vehicle is on the tow rating chart later can tow, but it may be necessary to reduce weights for each of these items. in this section. the trailer weight to stay within the GCW, GVWR, maximum trailer tongue load, { Warning Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or GAWR-RR for the vehicle. You and others could be seriously injured For information about the vehicle's Use the tow rating chart to determine how maximum load capacity, see Vehicle Load much the trailer can weigh, based on the or killed if the trailer is too heavy or the 0 trailer brakes are inadequate for the load. Limits 197. When calculating the GVWR vehicle model, powertrain, and trailering with a trailer attached, the trailer tongue The vehicle may be damaged, and the options. weight must be included as part of the repairs would not be covered by the weight the vehicle is carrying. vehicle warranty. Only tow a trailer if all the steps in this section have been followed. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR 2.0L L4 Engine FWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 812 kg (6,200 lb) 2.0L L4 Engine AWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 812 kg (6,200 lb) 2.5L L4 Engine FWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 625 kg (5,787 lb) 3.6L V6 Engine FWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 722 kg (6,001 lb) 3.6L V6 Engine AWD 680 kg (1,500 lb) 2 722 kg (6,001 lb) 3.6L V6 Engine FWD w/VR2 Option (Heavy Duty Towing, US 2 041 kg (4,500 lb) 4 155 kg (9,160 lb) and Canada vehicles only) 3.6L V6 Engine AWD w/V92 Option (Heavy Duty Towing) 2 041 kg (4,500 lb) 4 155 kg (9,160 lb) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded.

Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating Do not exceed a maximum trailer tongue weight of 204 kg (450 lb). The Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight Rating is the allowable trailer tongue weight that The trailer tongue weight contributes to the the vehicle can support using a conventional Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). GVW includes trailer hitch. It may be necessary to reduce the CURB WEIGHT of your vehicle, any the overall trailer weight to stay within the passengers, cargo, equipment, and trailer maximum trailer tongue weight rating while tongue weight. Vehicle options, passengers, still maintaining the correct trailer load cargo, and equipment reduce the maximum balance. allowable tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which also reduces the maximum allowable trailer weight. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

248 Driving and Operating Trailer Load Balance to see if the weights and distribution are Towing Equipment appropriate for your vehicle. If the trailer The correct trailer load balance must be weight is too high, it may be possible to Hitches maintained to ensure trailer stability. transfer some of the cargo into your vehicle. Incorrect load balance is a leading cause of Always use the correct hitch equipment for If the trailer tongue weight is too high or trailer sway. your vehicle. Crosswinds, large trucks going too low, it may be possible to rearrange by, and rough roads can affect the trailer some of the cargo inside of the trailer. and the hitch. Do not exceed the maximum allowable Never attach rental hitches or other tongue weight for your vehicle. Use the bumper-type hitches. Only use shortest hitch extension available to position frame-mounted hitches that do not attach to the hitch ball closer to your vehicle. This will the bumper. help reduce the effect of the trailer tongue weight on the trailer hitch and the rear axle. Hitch Cover If a cargo carrier is used in the trailer hitch receiver, choose a carrier that positions the load as close to the vehicle as possible. Make sure the total weight, including the carrier, is no more than half of the The trailer tongue weight (1) should be 10– maximum allowable tongue weight for the 15% of the loaded trailer weight (2). Some vehicle or 227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less. specific trailer types, such as boat trailers, Ask your dealer for trailering information or fall outside of this range. Always refer to assistance. the trailer owner’s manual for the recommended trailer tongue weight for each trailer. Never exceed the maximum loads for your vehicle, hitch, and trailer. After loading the trailer, separately weigh To remove the hitch cover, if equipped: the trailer and then the trailer tongue and 1. Remove the four fasteners on the calculate the trailer load balance percentage lower tabs. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 249 2. Pull the lower edge of the cover to Safety Chains about a 45 degree angle. Always attach chains between the vehicle 3. Pull the cover downward to disengage and the trailer, and attach the chains to the the upper attachments. holes on the trailer hitch platform. To reinstall the hitch cover: Instructions for safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree angle to the trailer manufacturer. the vehicle and push the upper tabs into the slots in the bumper. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of 2. Push the bottom of the cover forward the trailer to help prevent the tongue from until the lower tabs line up with the contacting the road if it becomes separated lower slots. from the hitch. Always leave just enough slack so the combination can turn. Never 3. Snap the hitch cover into place by allow safety chains to drag on the ground. pushing the upper corners forward. 1. Front of the Vehicle 2. Body-to-Ground Distance 4. Reinstall the four fasteners on the Trailer Brakes lower tabs. When using a weight-distributing hitch, Loaded trailers over 450 kg (1,000 lb) must measure the front fender height above the Consider using mechanical sway controls be equipped with brake systems and with front axle distance (2) before and after brakes for each axle. Trailer braking with any trailer. Ask a trailering professional connecting the trailer. Adjust the spring bars about sway controls or refer to the trailer equipment conforming to Canadian until the front fender height distance (2) is Standards Association (CSA) requirement manufacturer's recommendations and approximately halfway between the first instructions. CAN3-D313, or its equivalent, is and second measurements. recommended. Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment Tires State or local regulations may require A weight-distributing hitch may be useful . Do not tow a trailer while using a trailers to have their own braking system if with some trailers. compact spare tire on the vehicle. the loaded weight of the trailer exceeds . Tires must be properly inflated to support certain minimums that can vary from state loads while towing a trailer. See Tires to state. Read and follow the instructions for 0 287 for instructions on proper tire the trailer brakes so they are installed, inflation. adjusted, and maintained properly. Never Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

250 Driving and Operating attempt to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic The fuse for the electric trailer brake circuit wires below the headlamp switch for the brake system. If you do, both the vehicle is in the engine compartment fuse block, electric trailer brake controller. The harness antilock brakes and the trailer brakes may but the wires may not be connected. They contains the following wires: not function, which could result in a crash. should be connected by your dealer or a . Blue: Electric Trailer Brakes qualified service center. To control electric . Blue: Battery Feed Trailer Wiring Harness trailer brakes, a trailer brake controller needs . White/Blue: Brake Apply Signal Basic Trailer Wiring to be installed on the vehicle by your dealer or a qualified service center. See electric . Black: Ground The trailer wiring harness, with a seven-pin brake control wiring provisions. connector, is at the rear of the vehicle and Refer to the aftermarket electric trailer brake is tied to the vehicle's frame. The harness If a battery outside the vehicle is being controller owner's manual to determine wire requires the installation of a trailer charged, place the vehicle in Tow/Haul color coding of the electric trailer brake connector, which is available through your Mode. This will boost the vehicle system controller. The wire colors on the brake dealer. voltage and properly charge the battery. controller may be different from the vehicle. If the trailer is too light for Tow/Haul Mode, The electric trailer brake controller should be Use only a round, seven-wire connector with turn on the non-HID only headlamps as a installed by your dealer or a qualified flat blade terminals meeting SAE J2863 second way to boost the vehicle system service center. specifications for proper electrical voltage and charge the battery. connectivity. Trailer Lamps Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring Always check all trailer lamps are working at The seven-wire harness contains the Provisions following trailer circuits: the beginning of each trip, and periodically . Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Wiring provisions for an aftermarket electric on longer trips. trailer brake controller are included with the . Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer . Brown: Tail/Parking Lamps The harness contains the following circuits: When properly connected, the trailer turn . White: Trailer Ground These wiring provisions for an electric trailer signals will illuminate to indicate the vehicle . Red: Stop Lamp Supply Voltage brake controller are included with the is turning, changing lanes, or stopping. . Black: Back Up Lamp Supply Voltage vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the . Blue: Service Brakes The body harness, inside the front driver instrument cluster will illuminate even if the side instrument panel, contains blunt cut trailer is not properly connected or the bulbs are burned out. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Driving and Operating 251 Tow/Haul Mode side-to-side motion of a trailer while towing. If the vehicle is towing a trailer and the TSC { Warning For instructions on how to enter Tow/Haul detects that sway is increasing, the vehicle Mode, see Driver Mode Control 0 214. Trailer sway can result in a crash and in brakes are selectively applied at each wheel, serious injury or death, even if the Tow/Haul assists when pulling a heavy to help reduce excessive trailer sway. vehicle is equipped with TSC. trailer or a large or heavy load. See Tow/ If equipped with the Integrated Trailer Brake Haul Mode 0 210. Control (ITBC) system, and the trailer has an If the trailer begins to sway, reduce vehicle speed by gradually removing your Tow/Haul Mode is designed to be most electric brake system, StabiliTrak/ESC may foot from the accelerator. Then pull over effective when the vehicle and trailer also apply the trailer brakes. to check the trailer and vehicle to help combined weight is at least 75% of the vehicle's Gross Combined Weight Rating correct possible causes, including an (GCWR). See “Weight of the Trailer” under improperly or overloaded trailer, Trailer Towing 0 245. Tow/Haul Mode is unrestrained cargo, improper trailer hitch most useful when towing a heavy trailer or configuration, or improperly inflated or carrying a large or heavy load: incorrect vehicle or trailer tires. See 0 . Through rolling terrain. Towing Equipment 248 for trailer If TSC is enabled, the Traction Control ratings and hitch setup recommendations. . In stop-and-go traffic. System (TCS)/StabiliTrak light will flash on . In busy parking lots. the instrument cluster. Reduce vehicle speed Trailer Tires Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Mode by gradually removing your foot from the accelerator. If trailer sway continues, Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from vehicle when lightly loaded or not towing will not tires. Trailer tires are designed with stiff cause damage; however, it is not StabiliTrak/ESC can reduce engine torque to help slow the vehicle. TSC will not function sidewalls to help prevent sway and to recommended and may result in unpleasant support heavy loads. These features can engine and transmission driving if StabiliTrak/ESC is turned off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 213. make it difficult to determine if the trailer characteristics and reduced fuel economy. tire pressures are low only based on a visual Trailer Sway Control (TSC) inspection. Vehicles with StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. Trailer sway is unintended Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Always check all trailer tire pressures before Conversions and Add-Ons Caution each trip when the tires are cool. Low trailer tire pressure is a leading cause of trailer tire Add-On Electrical Equipment Some electrical equipment can damage blowouts. the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the Trailer tires deteriorate over time. The trailer { Warning tire sidewall will show the week and year vehicle warranty. Always check with your The Data Link Connector (DLC) is used for the tire was manufactured. Many trailer tire dealer before adding electrical equipment. manufacturers recommend replacing tires vehicle service and Emission Inspection/ more than six years old. Maintenance testing. See Malfunction Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 100 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not Overloading is another leading cause of . A device connected to the DLC — such operating. trailer tire blowouts. Never load your trailer as an aftermarket fleet or driver-behavior The vehicle has an airbag system. Before with more weight than the tires are tracking device — may interfere with designed to support. The load rating is on attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle systems. This could affect vehicle the trailer tire sidewall. vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped operation and cause a crash. Such devices Vehicle 0 58 and Always know the maximum speed rating for may also access information stored in the Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped the trailer tires before driving. This may be vehicle’s systems. Vehicle 0 59. significantly lower than the vehicle tire speed rating. The speed rating may be on the trailer tire sidewall. If the speed rating is not shown, the default trailer tire speed rating is 105 km/h (65 mph). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 253 Windshield Replacement ...... 277 Tire Pressure Monitor System ...... 296 Vehicle Care Gas Strut(s) ...... 277 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ...... 297 Tire Inspection ...... 300 General Information Headlamp Aiming Tire Rotation ...... 300 General Information ...... 254 Front Headlamp Aiming ...... 278 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 301 California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . 254 Buying New Tires ...... 302 California Perchlorate Materials Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement ...... 278 Different Size Tires and Wheels ...... 303 Requirements ...... 254 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...... 303 Accessories and Modifications ...... 254 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...... 278 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 305 Vehicle Checks LED Lighting ...... 278 Wheel Replacement ...... 305 Doing Your Own Service Work ...... 255 Back-Up Lamps ...... 278 Tire Chains ...... 305 Hood ...... 255 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 306 Engine Compartment Overview ...... 257 Electrical System Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...... 307 Engine Oil ...... 262 High Voltage Devices and Wiring ...... 279 Storing the Tire Sealant and Engine Oil Life System ...... 264 Electrical System Overload ...... 279 Compressor Kit ...... 313 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...... 265 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 280 Tire Changing ...... 313 Engine Air Filter Life System ...... 265 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 280 Compact Spare Tire ...... 317 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 265 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...... 284 Rear Compartment Fuse Block ...... 285 Jump Starting Cooling System ...... 267 Jump Starting - North America ...... 318 Engine Overheating ...... 271 Wheels and Tires Washer Fluid ...... 272 Tires ...... 287 Towing the Vehicle Brakes ...... 273 All-Season Tires ...... 288 Towing the Vehicle ...... 320 Brake Fluid ...... 273 Winter Tires ...... 288 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...... 321 Battery - North America ...... 274 Summer Tires ...... 289 All-Wheel Drive ...... 275 Appearance Care Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 289 Exterior Care ...... 323 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Tire Designations ...... 291 Control Function Check ...... 275 Interior Care ...... 327 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...... 292 Floor Mats ...... 329 Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Tire Pressure ...... 294 Check ...... 275 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 276 Operation ...... 295 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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General Information Warning (Continued) Accessories and Modifications For service and parts needs, visit your cancer and birth defects or other Adding non-dealer accessories or making modifications to the vehicle can affect dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many vehicle performance and safety, including and GM-trained and supported service parts and systems, many fluids, and people. such things as airbags, braking, stability, some component wear by-products ride and handling, emissions systems, Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: contain and/or emit these chemicals. For aerodynamics, durability, and electronic more information go to systems like antilock brakes, traction control, www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ and stability control. These accessories or passenger-vehicle. modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle See Battery - North America 0 274 and warranty. Jump Starting - North America 0 318 and the back cover. Damage to suspension components caused by modifying vehicle height outside of California Perchlorate Materials factory settings will not be covered by the Requirements vehicle warranty. Damage to vehicle components resulting Certain types of automotive applications, from modifications or the installation or use such as airbag initiators, seat belt of non-GM certified parts, including control pretensioners, and lithium batteries California Proposition 65 Warning module or software modifications, is not contained in electronic keys, may contain covered under the terms of the vehicle perchlorate materials. Perchlorate Material – warranty and may affect remaining { Warning special handling may apply. See warranty coverage for affected parts. Most motor vehicles, including this one, www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. GM Accessories are designed to complement as well as many of its service parts and and function with other systems on the fluids, contain and/or emit chemicals vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the known to the State of California to cause vehicle using genuine GM Accessories (Continued) installed by a dealer technician. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 255 Also, see Adding Equipment to the If equipped with remote vehicle start, open Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 59. the hood before performing any service { Warning work to prevent remote starting the vehicle Components under the hood can get hot Vehicle Checks accidentally. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. from running the engine. To help avoid Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the risk of burning unprotected skin, Doing Your Own Service Work the mileage and the date of any service never touch these components until they work performed. See Maintenance Records have cooled, and always use a glove or { Warning 0 343. towel to avoid direct skin contact. It can be dangerous to work on your Caution Clear any snow from the hood before vehicle if you do not have the proper driving. knowledge, service manual, tools, Even small amounts of contamination can or parts. Always follow owner’s manual cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not To open the hood: procedures and consult the service allow contaminants to contact the fluids, manual for your vehicle before doing any reservoir caps, or dipsticks. service work. Hood If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much { Warning more about how to service the vehicle than For vehicles with auto engine stop/start, 1. Pull the hood release lever with the this manual can. To order the proper service turn the vehicle off before opening the manual, see Publication Ordering i. It is on the lower left side of the Information 0 356. hood. If the vehicle is on, the engine will instrument panel. start when the hood is opened. You or This vehicle has an airbag system. Before others could be injured. attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 58. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

256 Vehicle Care 3. After you have partially lifted the hood, the gas strut system will automatically { Warning lift the hood and hold it in the fully Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is open position. not latched completely. The hood could To close the hood: open fully, block your vision, and cause a 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler crash. You or others could be injured. caps are on properly, and all tools are Always close the hood completely before removed. driving. 2. Pull the hood down until the strut system is no longer holding up the hood. 3. Allow the hood to fall. Check to make sure the hood is latched completely. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and locate Repeat this process with additional force the secondary release lever under the if necessary. front center of the hood. Push the secondary hood release lever to the right to release. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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258 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 265. 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 262. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 262. 4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System 0 267. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 273. 6. Battery - North America 0 274. 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System 0 267. 8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North America 0 318. 9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 0 272. 10. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 280. 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting - North America 0 318. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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260 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 265. 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 262. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 262. 4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System 0 267. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 273. 6. Battery - North America 0 274. 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System 0 267. 8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North America 0 318. 9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 0 272. 10. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 280. 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting - North America 0 318. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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3.6L V6 Engine 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 265. 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump 0 0 2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 262. 273. Starting - North America 318. 0 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 262. 6. Battery - North America 274. 9. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid 0 272. 4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure 0 0 Cooling System 0 267. Cap. See Cooling System 267. 10. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 280. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

262 Vehicle Care 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal. When to Add Engine Oil See Jump Starting - North America 0 318. { Warning The engine oil dipstick handle may be Engine Oil hot; it could burn you. Use a towel or To ensure proper engine performance and glove to touch the dipstick handle. long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but If a low oil Driver Information Center (DIC) important steps will help protect your message displays, check the oil level. 2.0L L4 Engine investment: Follow these guidelines: . Use engine oil approved to the proper . To get an accurate reading, park the specification and of the proper viscosity vehicle on level ground. Check the engine grade. See “Selecting the Right Engine oil level after the engine has been off for Oil” in this section. at least two hours. Checking the engine . Check the engine oil level regularly and oil level on steep grades or too soon after maintain the proper oil level. See engine shutoff can result in incorrect “Checking Engine Oil” and “When to Add readings. Accuracy improves when 2.5L L4 Engine Engine Oil” in this section. checking a cold engine prior to starting. . Change the engine oil at the appropriate Remove the dipstick and check the level. time. See Engine Oil Life System 0 264. . If unable to wait two hours, the engine . Always dispose of engine oil properly. See must be off for at least 15 minutes if the “What to Do with Used Oil” in this engine is warm, or at least 30 minutes if section. the engine is not warm. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it with a clean paper towel Checking Engine Oil or cloth, then push it back in all the way. 3.6L V6 Engine Check the engine oil level regularly, every Remove it again, keeping the tip down, 650 km (400 mi), especially prior to a long and check the level. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at trip. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. the tip of the dipstick and the engine has See Engine Compartment Overview 0 257 for been off for at least 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 the location. qt) of the recommended oil and then Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 263 recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Selecting the Right Engine Oil Viscosity Grade Engine Oil” later in this section for an Selecting the right engine oil depends on Use SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade engine oil for explanation of what kind of oil to use. For both the proper oil specification and the 2.0L L4 and 2.5L L4 engines. engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities 0 viscosity grade. See Recommended Fluids Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine oil for and Specifications 345. 0 and Lubricants 340. the 3.6L V6 engine. Cold Temperature Caution Specification Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29 °C Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above Use full synthetic engine oils that meet the (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An or below the acceptable operating range dexos1 specification. Engine oils that have oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier shown on the dipstick are harmful to the been approved by GM as meeting the cold starting for the engine at extremely engine. If the oil level is above the dexos1 specification are marked with the low temperatures. operating range (i.e., the engine has so dexos1 approved logo. See much oil that the oil level gets above the www.gmdexos.com. When selecting an oil of the appropriate cross-hatched area that shows the proper viscosity grade, it is recommended to select operating range), the engine could be an oil of the correct specification. See damaged. Drain the excess oil or limit “Specification” earlier in this section. driving of the vehicle, and seek a service Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes professional to remove the excess oil. Do not add anything to the oil. The See Engine Compartment Overview 0 257 for recommended oils meeting the dexos1 the location of the engine oil fill cap. specification are all that is needed for good Caution performance and engine protection. Add enough oil to put the level somewhere Failure to use the recommended engine Engine oil system flushes are not in the proper operating range. Push the oil or equivalent can result in engine dipstick all the way back in when through. recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. warranty. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

264 Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil considerably. For the oil life system to work How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System properly, the system must be reset every Used engine oil contains certain elements Reset the system whenever the engine oil is time the oil is changed. that can be unhealthy for your skin and changed so that the system can calculate could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil When the system has calculated that oil life the next engine oil change. To reset the stay on your skin for very long. Clean your has been diminished, it indicates that an oil system: skin and nails with soap and water, or a change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL 1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the good hand cleaner. Wash or properly SOON message comes on. Change the oil as DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) dispose of clothing or rags containing used soon as possible within the next 1 000 km (Base and Midlevel) 0 107 or engine oil. See the manufacturer's warnings (600 mi). It is possible that, if driving under Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) about the use and disposal of oil products. the best conditions, the oil life system 0 110. might indicate that an oil change is not Used oil can be a threat to the environment. necessary for up to a year. The engine oil 2. Press and hold the thumbwheel on the If you change your own oil, be sure to drain and filter must be changed at least once a DIC while the Oil Life display is active. all the oil from the filter before disposal. year and, at this time, the system must be 3. Confirm yes, and the oil life will change Never dispose of oil by putting it in the reset. Your dealer has trained service people to 100%. trash or pouring it on the ground, into who will perform this work and reset the sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. The oil life system can also be reset as system. It is also important to check the oil Recycle it by taking it to a place that follows: regularly over the course of an oil drain collects used oil. interval and keep it at the proper level. 1. Place the ignition in Service Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 200. Engine Oil Life System If the system is ever reset accidentally, the 2. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC oil must be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) menu. See Driver Information Center When to Change Engine Oil since the last oil change. Remember to reset (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) 0 107 or the oil life system whenever the oil is This vehicle has a computer system that Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) changed. indicates when to change the engine oil and 0 110. filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, 3. Fully press and release the accelerator engine temperature, and miles driven. Based pedal three times within five seconds. on driving conditions, the mileage at which 4. If the display changes to 100%, the an oil change is indicated can vary system is reset. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 265 If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message Engine Air Filter Life System 2. Display the Air Filter Life on the DIC. See comes back on when the vehicle is started, Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base and the engine oil life system has not been If equipped, this feature provides the engine Midlevel) 0 107 or reset. Repeat the procedure. air filter’s remaining life and best timing for Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) a change. The timing to change an engine 0 110. Automatic Transmission Fluid air filter depends on driving and environmental conditions. 3. Press T to move to the Reset/Disable It is not necessary to check the transmission display area. Select Reset then press the fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the When to Change the Engine Air Filter thumbwheel. only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, When the Driver Information Center (DIC) 4. Press the thumbwheel to confirm the take the vehicle to the dealer and have it displays a message to replace the engine air reset. repaired as soon as possible. filter at the next oil change, follow this Change the fluid at the intervals listed in timing. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Maintenance Schedule 0 332, and be sure to When the DIC displays a message to replace The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine use the transmission fluid listed in the engine air filter soon, replace the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 340. air filter at the earliest convenience. Overview 0 257. Caution The system must be reset after the engine When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/ Use of the incorrect automatic air filter is changed. Filter transmission fluid may damage the If the DIC displays a message to check the If the vehicle is not equipped with the vehicle, and the damage may not be engine air filter system, see your dealer. engine air filter life system, see covered by the vehicle warranty. Always 0 How to Reset the Engine Air Filter Life Maintenance Schedule 332 for intervals on use the correct automatic transmission inspecting and replacing the engine air fluid. See Recommended Fluids and System cleaner/filter. Lubricants 0 340. To reset: How to Inspect/Replace the Engine Air 1. Place the vehicle in P (Park). If you need to check the transmission fluid Cleaner/Filter level, take the vehicle to your dealer. Do not start the engine or have the engine running with the engine air cleaner/filter housing open. Before removing the engine Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

266 Vehicle Care air cleaner/filter, make sure that the engine air cleaner/filter housing and nearby { Warning components are free of dirt and debris. Do If part replacement is necessary, the part not clean the engine air cleaner/filter or must be replaced with one of the same components with water or compressed air. part number or with an equivalent part. To inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter: Use of a replacement part without the same fit, form, and function may result in personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

4. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ filter. 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall the engine 2.5L L4 Engine air cleaner/filter cover. 1. Remove the five screws on top of the 6. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life engine air cleaner/filter cover. system after replacing the engine air 2. Lift and remove the engine air cleaner/ filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System filter cover. 0 265. 3. Pull out the air cleaner/filter. 2.0L L4 Engine 4. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ 1. Remove the five screws on top of the filter. engine air cleaner/filter cover. 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall the engine 2. Lift and remove the engine air cleaner/ air cleaner/filter cover. filter cover. 6. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life 3. Pull out the air cleaner/filter. system after replacing the engine air filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 265. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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{ Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. Use caution when working on the engine. Do not start the engine or drive the vehicle with the air cleaner/ filter off, as flames may be present if the engine backfires.

Caution 3.6L V6 Engine If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can 2.0L L4 Engine 1. Remove the five screws on top of the easily get into the engine, which could engine air cleaner/filter cover. damage it. Always have the air cleaner/ 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) filter in place when driving. 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and 2. Lift and remove the engine air cleaner/ Pressure Cap filter cover. Cooling System 3. Pull out the air cleaner/filter. 4. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ The cooling system allows the engine to filter. maintain the correct working temperature. 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall the engine air cleaner/filter cover. 6. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life system after replacing the engine air filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 265. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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{ Warning Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, or other engine parts. They can be very hot and can burn you. Do not run the engine if there is a leak; all coolant could leak out. That could cause an engine fire and can burn you. Fix any leak before driving the vehicle.

Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled 2.5L L4 Engine 3.6L V6 Engine with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant needs to be checked and replaced at 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) appropriate intervals. See Maintenance 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Schedule 0 332. Pressure Cap Pressure Cap The following explains the cooling system { Warning and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine An underhood electric fan can start up overheating, see Engine Overheating 0 271. even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, What to Use and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { Warning Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, or other engine parts. They can be very hot and can burn you. Do not run the (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 269 Never dispose of engine coolant by putting The coolant surge tank is in the engine Warning (Continued) it in the trash, or by pouring it on the compartment on the driver side of the engine if there is a leak; all coolant could ground or into sewers, streams, or bodies of vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview leak out. That could cause an engine fire water. Have the coolant changed by an 0 257. authorized service center, familiar with legal and can burn you. Fix any leak before How to Add Coolant to the Coolant driving the vehicle. requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the Surge Tank Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable environment and your health. { Warning water and DEX-COOL coolant. This mixture: Checking Coolant . Gives freezing protection down to −37 °C Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can (−34 °F), outside temperature. The vehicle must be on a level surface when burn you. Coolant contains ethylene checking the coolant level. . Gives boiling protection up to 129 °C glycol and it will burn if the engine parts (265 °F), engine temperature. are hot enough. . Protects against rust and corrosion. . Will not damage aluminum parts. { Warning . Helps keep the proper engine temperature. Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure. Caution Turning the pressure cap, even a little, Do not use anything other than a mix of can cause them to come out at high DEX-COOL coolant that meets GM speed and you could be burned. Never Standard GMW3420 and clean, drinkable turn the cap when the cooling system, water. Anything else can cause damage including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait to the engine cooling system and the for the cooling system and pressure cap vehicle, which would not be covered by Check to see if coolant is visible in the to cool. the vehicle warranty. coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. See Engine Overheating 0 271. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

270 Vehicle Care 2.5L L4 and 3.6L V6 Engines { Warning Plain water, or other liquids such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but there would not be an overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. 1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and Caution upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Failure to follow the specific coolant fill Turn the pressure cap slowly 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the procedure could cause the engine to counterclockwise about one-quarter of a proper mixture to the indicated overheat and could cause system turn. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to level mark. stop. This will allow any pressure still damage. If coolant is not visible in the left to be vented out the discharge hose. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap surge tank, contact your dealer. off, start the engine and let it run until 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and you can feel the upper radiator hose If no problem is found, check to see if remove it. getting hot. Watch out for the engine coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. cooling fan. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is By this time, the coolant level inside the not at or above the indicated mark, add a coolant surge tank may be lower. If the 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL coolant. Be sure the cooling mixture to the coolant surge tank until system, including the coolant surge tank the level reaches the indicated pressure cap, is cool before you do it. level mark. 5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 271 6. Verify coolant level after the engine is 5. Turn off the air conditioning. If the decision is made not to lift the hood shut off and the coolant is cold. 6. Set the parking brake. when this warning appears, get service help If necessary, repeat coolant fill procedure right away. See Roadside Assistance Program Steps 1–6. 7. At the same time, press the accelerator 0 352. and the brake for two seconds, then If the coolant still is not at the proper release. If the decision is made to lift the hood, level when the system cools down again, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level see your dealer. At the end of the cycle, check the coolant surface. Then check to see if the engine level in the surge tank and add coolant if it cooling fan is running. If the engine is Caution is low. Turn off the vehicle, allow the overheating, the fan should be running. If it Electronic Control Module (ECM) to go to If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, is not, do not continue to run the engine. sleep, about two minutes, and repeat Have the vehicle serviced. coolant loss and engine damage may Steps 4–7. occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Listen for pump activation and movement of Caution the control valves while watching the level Do not run the engine if there is a leak 2.0L L4 Engine Only - Automatic Coolant of the coolant in the surge tank. If the tank in the engine cooling system. This can Service Fill Instructions empties, turn the ignition off, carefully cause a loss of all coolant and can remove the surge tank cap, refill to the damage the system and vehicle. Have If equipped, this feature assists in filling and indicated mark, and repeat Steps 4–7. The any leaks fixed right away. removing air from the cooling system after fill and air removal process will run for service of components or when coolant is approximately 10 minutes. added after being too low. If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment To activate the fill and air removal process: Engine Overheating 1. With a cold system, add coolant to the The vehicle has several indicators to warn of { Warning indicated mark on the surge tank. the engine overheating. Steam and scalding liquids from a hot 2. Replace the cap on the surge tank. There is an engine coolant temperature cooling system are under pressure. gauge on the instrument cluster. See Engine 3. Connect the vehicle to a battery charger. Turning the pressure cap, even a little, Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 96. The 4. Turn the ignition to Service Mode. See can cause them to come out at high 0 vehicle may also display a message on the Ignition Positions 200. Driver Information Center (DIC). (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

272 Vehicle Care If the engine coolant temperature gauge is Adding Washer Fluid Warning (Continued) no longer in the overheated area, the speed and you could be burned. Never vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the turn the cap when the cooling system, vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait safe distance from the vehicle in front. If the for the cooling system and pressure cap warning does not come back on, continue to to cool. drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function. If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Compartment park the vehicle right away. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 257 for If an engine overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine reservoir location. but no steam can be seen or heard, the for three minutes while parked. If the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes warning is still displayed, turn off the Caution the engine can get a little too hot when the engine until it cools down. . Do not use washer fluid that contains vehicle: Washer Fluid any type of water repellent coating. . Climbs a long hill on a hot day. This can cause the wiper blades to . Stops after high-speed driving. What to Use chatter or skip. . Idles for long periods in traffic. When windshield washer fluid is needed, be . Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) If the overheat warning is displayed with no sure to read the manufacturer's instructions in the windshield washer. It can sign of steam: before use. If operating the vehicle in an damage the windshield washer system and paint. 1. Turn the air conditioning off. area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient . Do not mix water with ready-to-use 2. Turn the heater on to the highest protection against freezing. washer fluid. Water can cause the temperature and to the highest fan solution to freeze and damage the speed. Open the windows as necessary. washer fluid tank and other parts of 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the the washer system. road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral), and (Continued) let the engine idle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution (Continued) Caution Replacing Brake System Parts . When using concentrated washer fluid, Continuing to drive with worn-out brake Always replace brake system parts with follow the manufacturer instructions linings could result in costly brake new, approved replacement parts. If this is for adding water. repairs. not done, the brakes may not work properly. The braking performance can . Fill the washer fluid tank only change in many ways if the wrong brake three-quarters full when it is very cold. Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are parts are installed or if parts are improperly This allows for fluid expansion if installed. freezing occurs, which could damage first applied, clearing up following several the tank if it is completely full. applications. This does not mean something Brake Fluid is wrong with the brakes. Brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary Disc brake linings have built-in wear to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires indicators that make a high-pitched warning are rotated, inspect brake linings for wear sound when the brake linings are worn and and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications. See new linings are needed. The sound can come 0 and go or can be heard all the time when Capacities and Specifications 345. the vehicle is moving, except when applying Brake pads should be replaced as complete The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled the brake pedal firmly. axle sets. with GM approved DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine 0 { Warning Brake Pedal Travel Compartment Overview 257 for the location of the reservoir. The brake wear warning sound means See your dealer if the brake pedal does not Checking Brake Fluid that soon the brakes will not work well. return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be That could lead to a crash. When the With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level a sign that brake service may be required. brake wear warning sound is heard, have surface, the brake fluid level should be the vehicle serviced. between the minimum and maximum marks on the brake fluid reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir may go down: Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

274 Vehicle Care . Normal brake lining wear. When new When the brake fluid falls to a low level, Battery - North America linings are installed, the fluid level goes the brake warning light comes on. See Brake back up. System Warning Light 0 101. The original equipment battery is . A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system. maintenance free. Do not remove the cap Brake fluid absorbs water over time which and do not add fluid. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed. degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid. With a leak, the brakes will not Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals Refer to the replacement number on the work well. to prevent increased stopping distance. See original battery label when a new battery is Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap Maintenance Schedule 0 332. needed. For replacement of the battery, see your dealer. and the area around the cap before What to Add removing it. Stop/Start System Use only GM approved DOT 3 brake fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid from a clean, sealed container. See The vehicle has a Stop/Start system to shut does not correct a leak. If fluid is added Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 340. off the engine to help conserve fuel. See when the linings are worn, there will be too Stop/Start System 0 203. much fluid when new brake linings are { Warning It has an Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt installed. Add or remove fluid, as necessary, battery. Installation of a standard 12-volt only when work is done on the brake The wrong or contaminated brake fluid battery will result in reduced 12-volt hydraulic system. could result in damage to the brake battery life. system. This could result in the loss of { Warning braking leading to a possible injury. When using a 12-volt battery charger on the Always use the proper GM approved 12-volt AGM battery, some chargers have an If too much brake fluid is added, it can brake fluid. AGM battery setting on the charger. spill on the engine and burn, if the If available, use the AGM setting on the engine is hot enough. You or others could charger, to limit charge voltage to 14.8 volts. be burned, and the vehicle could be Caution damaged. Add brake fluid only when If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle's { Warning work is done on the brake hydraulic painted surfaces, the paint finish can be WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and system. damaged. Immediately wash off any related accessories contain lead and lead painted surface. compounds, chemicals known to the (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 275 Extended Storage: Remove the black, 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on, Warning (Continued) negative (−) cable from the battery or use a but do not start the engine. Without State of California to cause cancer and battery trickle charger. applying the regular brake, try to move birth defects or other reproductive harm. the shift lever out of P (Park) with Batteries also contain other chemicals All-Wheel Drive normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for known to the State of California to cause Transfer Case cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. service. For more information go to Under normal driving conditions, transfer case fluid does not require maintenance Park Brake and P (Park) www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ unless there is a fluid leak or unusual noise. passenger-vehicle. Mechanism Check If required, have the transfer case serviced by your dealer. See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 254 { Warning and the back cover. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock When you are doing this check, the Vehicle Storage Control Function Check vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property { Warning { Warning could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it Batteries have acid that can burn you and When you are doing this inspection, the begins to roll. Be ready to apply the gas that can explode. You can be badly vehicle could move suddenly. If the regular brake at once should the vehicle hurt if you are not careful. See Jump vehicle moves, you or others could be begin to move. Starting - North America 0 318 for tips on injured. working around a battery without Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle getting hurt. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the is enough room around the vehicle. regular brake, set the parking brake. It should be parked on a level surface. Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, . To check the parking brake's holding negative (−) cable from the battery to keep 2. Apply the parking brake. Be ready to ability: With the engine running and the the battery from running down. apply the regular brake immediately if transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove the vehicle begins to move. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

276 Vehicle Care foot pressure from the regular brake Front Wiper Blade Replacement Rear Wiper Blade Replacement pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by To replace the wiper blade: The rear wiper blade and wiper arm have a the parking brake only. cover for protection. . To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding 1. Pull the wiper assembly away from the ability: With the engine running, shift to windshield. To remove the cover: P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your dealer if service is required. Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be replaced periodically. See Maintenance Schedule 1. Slide a plastic tool under the cover and 0 332. push upward to unsnap. Replacement blades come in different types 2. Slide the cover toward the wiper blade and are removed in different ways. For tip to unhook it from the blade proper type and length, see Maintenance assembly. Replacement Parts 0 341. 3. Remove the cover. 2. Lift up on the latch in the middle of the Caution wiper blade where the wiper arm 4. After wiper blade replacement, ensure attaches. that the cover hook slides into the slot Allowing the wiper arm to touch the in the blade assembly. windshield when no wiper blade is 3. With the latch open, pull the wiper blade 5. Snap the cover down to secure. installed could damage the windshield. down toward the windshield far enough Any damage that occurs would not be to release it from the J-hooked end of To replace the wiper blade: the wiper arm. covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the allow the wiper arm to touch the 4. Remove the wiper blade. windshield. windshield. 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper blade replacement. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 277 Gas Strut(s) This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full open position.

{ Warning If the gas struts that hold open the hood, 2. Push the release lever (2) to disengage trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others the hook and push the wiper arm (1) out could be seriously injured. Take the of the blade assembly (3). vehicle to your dealer for service 3. Push the new blade assembly securely immediately. Visually inspect the gas Hood on the wiper arm until the release lever struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other clicks into place. damage periodically. Check to make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with Windshield Replacement enough force. If struts are failing to hold Driver Assistance Systems the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate. Have the vehicle serviced. If the windshield needs to be replaced and the vehicle is equipped with a front camera sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, a Caution GM replacement windshield is Do not apply tape or hang any objects recommended. The replacement windshield from gas struts. Also do not push down must be installed according to GM or pull on gas struts. This may cause specifications for proper alignment. If it is not, these systems may not work properly, damage to the vehicle. Trunk they may display messages, or they may See Maintenance Schedule 0 332. not work at all. See your dealer for proper windshield replacement. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

278 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement LED Lighting For the proper type of replacement bulbs, This vehicle has several LED lamps. For or any bulb changing procedure not listed in replacement of any LED lighting assembly, this section, contact your dealer. contact your dealer. Caution Back-Up Lamps Do not replace incandescent bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This can cause damage to the vehicle electrical system.

Liftgate High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Headlamp Aiming { Warning Front Headlamp Aiming The High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamp aim has been preset and should lighting system operates at a very high need no further adjustment. voltage. If you try to service any of the To replace one of these bulbs: system components, you could be If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the 1. Open the liftgate. headlamp aim may be affected. seriously injured. Have your dealer or a If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, qualified technician service them. see your dealer. After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was originally. This is normal. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 279 4. Replace the bulb and reverse Steps 1–3 to When the current electrical load is too reinstall. heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the current load Electrical System returns to normal or the problem is fixed. This greatly reduces the chance of circuit High Voltage Devices and Wiring overload and fire caused by electrical problems. { Warning Fuses and circuit breakers protect power Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, devices in the vehicle. burns, and even death. The high voltage Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the components in the vehicle can only be identical size and rating. serviced by technicians with special 2. Remove the access cover. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse training. needs to be replaced, the same amperage High voltage components are identified fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature by labels. Do not remove, open, take of the vehicle that is not needed to use and apart, or modify these components. High replace it as soon as possible. voltage cable or wiring has orange Headlamp Wiring covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper An electrical overload may cause the lamps with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or to go on and off, or in some cases to wiring. remain off. Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and Electrical System Overload off or remain off. The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to Windshield Wipers protect against an electrical system 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise overload. If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy and pull the bulb straight out of the snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop socket. until the motor cools and will then restart. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

280 Vehicle Care Although the circuit is protected from Fuses of the same amperage can be electrical overload, overload due to heavy temporarily borrowed from another fuse snow or ice may cause wiper linkage location, if a fuse goes out. Replace the fuse damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow as soon as possible. from the windshield before using the windshield wipers. Engine Compartment Fuse Block If the overload is caused by an electrical The underhood fuse block is in the engine problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get { Warning compartment, on the driver side of the it fixed. Installation or use of fuses that do not vehicle. meet GM’s original fuse specifications is Fuses and Circuit Breakers dangerous. The fuses could fail, and result The wiring circuits in the vehicle are in a fire. You or others could be injured protected from short circuits by a or killed, and the vehicle could be combination of fuses and circuit breakers. damaged. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems. See Accessories and Modifications 0 254 and General Information 0 254. { Danger To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored Fuses and circuit breakers are marked band inside the fuse. If the band is broken with their ampere rating. Do not exceed or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to the specified amperage rating when replace a bad fuse with a new one of the replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use identical size and rating. of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can result in a vehicle fire. You and others could be seriously injured or killed. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution Do not pull the engine compartment fuse block lever, since it is intended only for service purposes. If pulled, vehicle malfunction may occur.

To remove the fuse block cover, press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up. Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.

To remove fuses, use the fuse puller and pull straight out.

The vehicle may not be equipped with all of Fuses Usage the fuses, relays, and features shown. F1 Antilock brake system pump Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F2 Starter 1 F22 Electronic brake control F37 Spare/Right high-beam F3 DC DC transformer 1 module headlamp F4 – F23 Parking/Trailer lamps F38 Automatic headlamp leveling motor F5 DC DC transformer 2 F24 Right trailer stoplamp/ Turnlamp F39 Transmission control F6 – F25 Steering column lock module F7 Front blower F26 – F40 Left rear bus electrical F8 Starter 3 center/DC DC ignition F27 Left trailer stoplamp/ F9 – Turnlamp F41 Instrument cluster F10 – F28 – F42 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning/ F11 – F29 – Central gateway F12 Front wiper F30 Washer pump module run/crank F13 Starter 2 F31 Spare/Right low-beam F43 Reflective light alert display F14 – headlamp F44 Electronic brake control F15 Rear wiper F32 Left low-beam headlamp module/Electric brake F16 – booster/Run/crank F33 High-beam headlamp F17 – shutter/ Fog lamps F45 – F18 – F34 Horn F46 – F19 – F35 – F47 – F20 – F36 Right low-beam/Left F48 – F21 – high-beam headlamp F49 Interior rearview mirror Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage F50 Fuel system control F64 Engine control K1 Starter 1 module/Fuel tank zone module – even K2 Run/Crank module run/crank F65 Engine control module K3 Starter 3 F51 Heated steering wheel powertrain 1 K4 – F52 Air conditioning clutch F66 Engine control module K5 – F53 Coolant pump powertrain 2 K6 – F54 – F67 Engine control module powertrain 3 K7 Engine control module F55 – F68 – K8 Air conditioning F56 – F69 – K9 – F57 Engine control module/ Ignition F70 – K10 Starter 2 F58 Transmission control F71 – module/Ignition F72 – F59 Engine control module F73 – battery F74 – F60 – F75 – F61 O2 sensor 1/ F76 – Aeroshutter/Mass air flow sensor F77 – F62 Engine control module – odd F63 O2 sensor 2 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuses Usage F2 Diagnostic link/Central gateway module F3 Electric steering column lock F4 – F5 – F6 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning F7 Body control module 3 F8 – The instrument panel fuse block is inside the F9 Right front heated seat center console on the passenger side of the vehicle. F10 Airbag/Seatbelt Remove the fuse access door by inserting a F11 – coin or tool into the slot of the access door. F12 Amplifier/Noise control To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller module located in the Engine Compartment Fuse F13 Body control module 7 block. F14 Left front heated seat F15 – The vehicle may not be equipped with all of F16 Sunroof the fuses, relays, and features shown. F17 – Fuses Usage F18 Instrument cluster F1 Body control module 6 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Rear Compartment Fuse Block F19 Body control module 1 F32 DC AC inverter F20 Rear seat entertainment F33 Driver power seat F21 Body control module 4 F34 Passenger power seat F22 Infotainment USB data/ F35 Battery IEC 1 feed Aux jack F36 Electric power steering F23 Body control module 2 F37 Rear seat F24 USB charger/Wireless entertainment/USB charging charge/Wireless F25 Park assist charging module/ Auxiliary power outlet/ F26 Communications Lighter integration module The rear compartment fuse block is behind a F38 Body control module 8 trim cover on the driver side of the rear F27 – F39 – storage compartment. F28 Heating, ventilation, Remove the trim cover to access the fuse and air conditioning/ Circuit Breakers/ Usage block or visit your dealer. Information Minifuse communication system The fuse block label is located on the display F40 – central bin. F29 Radio F41 – F30 Steering wheel F42 Auxiliary power outlet adjustment controls (CB)/Lighter (minifuse) F31 Electric brake control module electric brake booster Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Fuses Usage F5 Rear drive control 1 F6 – F7 Right window F8 Rear window defogger F9 Left window F10 – F11 Trailer reverse F12 – F13 – F14 – F15 – F16 – F17 – F18 – F19 – F20 Glove box door/Trailer stoplamp Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F21 – F1 – F3 – F22 – F2 Trailer battery F4 Rear blower F23 – Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F24 – F40 Memory seat module F56 Universal remote/Rain F25 – F41 Automatic occupancy sensor F26 Trailer brake sensor F57 Alarm overhead console/Theft deterrent F27 Driver ventilated seat/ F42 – Lumbar F43 – Circuit Breakers Usage F28 Passive entry/Passive F44 – CB1 – start F45 Liftgate motor CB2 – F29 – F46 Rear heated seats CB3 Rear auxiliary power F30 Canister vent F47 – outlet F31 – F48 – Relays Usage F32 Heated mirrors F49 – K1 – F33 – F50 – K2 – F34 Liftgate module F51 – F35 Fuel system control F52 Rear drive control 2/ module/Fuel tank zone Semi-active dampening Wheels and Tires module system module Tires F36 Passenger ventilated F53 Video seat/Lumbar Every new GM vehicle has high-quality F54 External object F37 – tires made by a leading tire calculating/Side blind manufacturer. See the warranty manual F38 Window module zone alert for information regarding the tire F39 Rear closure F55 – Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

288 Vehicle Care warranty and where to get service. For and weather conditions. Original equipment Warning (Continued) additional information refer to the tire tires designed to GM's specific tire manufacturer. . Worn or old tires can cause a performance criteria have a TPC specification crash. If the tread is badly worn, code molded onto the sidewall. Original { Warning replace them. equipment all-season tires can be identified by the last two characters of this TPC code, . Poorly maintained and improperly . Replace any tires that have been which will be “MS.” used tires are dangerous. damaged by impacts with Consider installing winter tires on the . Overloading the tires can cause potholes, curbs, etc. vehicle if frequent driving on snow or overheating as a result of too . Improperly repaired tires can cause ice-covered roads is expected. All-season tires much flexing. There could be a a crash. Only the dealer or an provide adequate performance for most blowout and a serious crash. See authorized tire service center winter driving conditions, but they may not Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. should repair, replace, dismount, offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or . Underinflated tires pose the same and mount the tires. ice-covered roads. See Winter Tires 0 288. danger as overloaded tires. The . Do not spin the tires in excess of resulting crash could cause serious 56 km/h (35 mph) on slippery Winter Tires injury. Check all tires frequently to surfaces such as snow, mud, ice, This vehicle was not originally equipped maintain the recommended etc. Excessive spinning may cause with winter tires. Winter tires are designed pressure. Tire pressure should be the tires to explode. for increased traction on snow and checked when the tires are cold. ice-covered roads. Consider installing winter See Tire Pressure for High-Speed tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice . Overinflated tires are more likely Operation 0 295 for inflation pressure or snow covered roads is expected. See your to be cut, punctured, or broken by adjustment for high-speed driving. dealer for details regarding winter tire a sudden impact — such as when availability and proper tire selection. Also, hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the All-Season Tires see Buying New Tires 0 302. recommended pressure. This vehicle may come with all-season tires. (Continued) These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 289 With winter tires, there may be decreased temperatures below approximately 5 °C dry road traction, increased road noise, and (40 °F) or on ice or snow covered roads is shorter tread life. After changing to winter expected. See Winter Tires 0 288. tires, be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking. Caution If using winter tires: High performance summer tires have . Use tires of the same brand and tread rubber compounds that lose flexibility type on all four wheel positions. and may develop surface cracks in the tread area at temperatures below −7 °C . Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load range, and speed rating as the (20 °F). Always store high performance original equipment tires. summer tires indoors and at temperatures above −7 °C (20 °F) when Winter tires with the same speed rating as not in use. If the tires have been Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example the original equipment tires may not be subjected to −7 °C (20 °F) or less, let them available for H, V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated : warm up in a heated space to at least (1) Tire Size The tire size is a tires. If winter tires with a lower speed 5 °C (40 °F) for 24 hours or more before combination of letters and numbers rating are chosen, never exceed the tire's used to define a particular tire's width, maximum speed capability. being installed or driving a vehicle on which they are installed. Do not apply height, aspect ratio, construction type, Summer Tires heat or blow heated air directly on the and service description. See the “Tire tires. Always inspect tires before use. See Size” illustration in this section. This vehicle may come with 235/55R20 high Tire Inspection 0 300. performance summer tires. These tires have (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria a special tread and compound that are Specification) : Original equipment tires optimized for maximum dry and wet road Tire Sidewall Labeling designed to GM's specific tire performance. This special tread and Useful information about a tire is performance criteria have a TPC compound will have decreased performance molded into its sidewall. The examples specification code molded onto the in cold climates, and on ice and snow. It is show a typical passenger vehicle tire sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet recommended that winter tires be installed or exceed all federal safety guidelines. on the vehicle if frequent driving at and a compact spare tire sidewall. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

290 Vehicle Care (3) DOT (Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord (1) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord Transportation) : The Department of and number of plies in the sidewall and and number of plies in the sidewall and Transportation (DOT) code indicates that under the tread. under the tread. the tire is in compliance with the U.S. (6) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (2) Temporary Use Only : The compact Department of Transportation Motor (UTQG) : Tire manufacturers are spare tire or temporary use tire should Vehicle Safety Standards. required to grade tires based on three not be driven at speeds over 80 km/h DOT Tire Date of Manufacture : The last performance factors: tread wear, (50 mph). The compact spare tire is for four digits of the TIN indicate the tire traction, and temperature resistance. emergency use when a regular road tire manufactured date. The first two digits For more information see Uniform Tire has lost air and gone flat. If the vehicle represent the week and the last two Quality Grading 0 303. has a compact spare tire, see Compact digits, the year. For example, the third Spare Tire 0 317 and (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Load 0 week of the year 2020 would have a Limit : Maximum load that can be If a Tire Goes Flat 306. 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is carried and the maximum pressure (3) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : the first full week (Sunday through needed to support that load. The letters and numbers following the Saturday) of each year. DOT (Department of Transportation) (4) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : code are the Tire Identification Number The letters and numbers following the (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer DOT (Department of Transportation) and plant code, tire size, and date the code are the Tire Identification Number tire was manufactured. The TIN is (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer molded onto both sides of the tire, and plant code, tire size, and date the although only one side may have the tire was manufactured. The TIN is date of manufacture. molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture. Compact Spare Tire Example Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 291 (4) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Tire Designations (2) Tire Width : The 3-digit number Limit : Maximum load that can be indicates the tire section width in carried and the maximum pressure Tire Size millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. needed to support that load. The example shows a typical passenger (3) Aspect Ratio : A 2-digit number that (5) Tire Inflation : The temporary use vehicle tire size. indicates the tire height-to-width tire or compact spare tire should be measurements. For example, if the tire inflated to 420 kPa (60 psi). For more size aspect ratio is 75, as shown in information on tire pressure and item (3) of the illustration, it would inflation see Tire Pressure 0 294. mean that the tire's sidewall is (6) Tire Size : A combination of letters 75 percent as high as it is wide. and numbers define a tire's width, Passenger (P-Metric) Tire (4) Construction Code : A letter code is height, aspect ratio, construction type, used to indicate the type of ply and service description. The letter “T” as (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : The construction in the tire. The letter "R" the first character in the tire size means United States version of a metric tire means radial ply construction; the letter the tire is for temporary use only. sizing system. The letter "P" as the first "D" means diagonal or bias ply (7) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria character in the tire size means a construction. Specification) : Original equipment tires passenger vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the designed to GM's specific tire standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim wheel in inches. performance criteria have a TPC Association. specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

292 Vehicle Care (6) Service Description : These Aspect Ratio : The relationship of a Curb Weight : The weight of a motor characters represent the load index and tire's height to its width. vehicle with standard and optional speed rating of the tire. The load index Belt : A rubber coated layer of cords equipment including the maximum represents the load carrying capacity a between the plies and the tread. Cords capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but tire is certified to carry. The speed may be made from steel or other without passengers and cargo. rating is the maximum speed a tire is reinforcing materials. DOT Markings : A code molded into the certified to carry a load. Bead : The tire bead contains steel sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire Tire Terminology and Definitions wires wrapped by steel cords that hold is in compliance with the U.S. the tire onto the rim. Department of Transportation (DOT) Air Pressure : The amount of air inside Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The the tire pressing outward on each Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which DOT code includes the Tire Identification square inch of the tire. Air pressure is the plies are laid at alternate angles Number (TIN), an alphanumeric expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi less than 90 degrees to the centerline designator which can also identify the (pounds per square inch). of the tread. tire manufacturer, production plant, Accessory Weight : The combined Cold Tire Pressure : The amount of air brand, and date of production. weight of optional accessories. Some pressure in a tire, measured in kPa GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. examples of optional accessories are (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square See Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. automatic transmission, power inch) before a tire has built up heat windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure 0 294. conditioning. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 293 GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating Maximum Inflation Pressure : The Outward Facing Sidewall : The side of for the front axle. See Vehicle Load maximum air pressure to which a cold an asymmetrical tire that has a Limits 0 197. tire can be inflated. The maximum air particular side that faces outward when GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight Rating pressure is molded onto the sidewall. mounted on a vehicle. The side of the for the rear axle. See Vehicle Load Maximum Load Rating : The load rating tire that contains a whitewall, bears Limits 0 197. for a tire at the maximum permissible white lettering, or bears manufacturer, inflation pressure for that tire. brand, and/or model name molding Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side that is higher or deeper than the same of an asymmetrical tire that must Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight : The moldings on the other sidewall of always face outward when mounted on sum of curb weight, accessory weight, the tire. a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A tire used Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air on passenger cars and some light duty pressure. Normal Occupant Weight : The number trucks and multipurpose vehicles. of occupants a vehicle is designed to Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A tire used Recommended Inflation Pressure : on light duty trucks and some seat multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. Vehicle manufacturer's recommended multipurpose passenger vehicles. tire inflation pressure as shown on the Load Index : An assigned number Occupant Distribution : Designated tire placard. See Tire Pressure 0 294 and ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds seating positions. Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

294 Vehicle Care Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Tire Pressure which the ply cords that extend to the Standards) : A tire information system beads are laid at 90 degrees to the that provides consumers with ratings Tires need the correct amount of air centerline of the tread. for a tire's traction, temperature, and pressure to operate effectively. treadwear. Ratings are determined by Rim : A metal support for a tire and { Warning upon which the tire beads are seated. tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are Neither tire underinflation nor Sidewall : The portion of a tire between molded into the sidewall of the tire. overinflation is good. Underinflated the tread and the bead. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 303. tires, or tires that do not have enough air, can result in: Speed Rating : An alphanumeric code Vehicle Capacity Weight : The number assigned to a tire indicating the of designated seating positions . Tire overloading and overheating, maximum speed at which a tire can multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb) plus the which could lead to a blowout. operate. rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load . Premature or irregular wear. 0 Traction : The friction between the tire Limits 197. . Poor handling. and the road surface. The amount of Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire : . Reduced fuel economy. grip provided. Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant Overinflated tires, or tires that have Tread : The portion of a tire that comes too much air, can result in: into contact with the road. weight, and cargo weight. . Unusual wear. Treadwear Indicators : Narrow bands, Vehicle Placard : A label permanently sometimes called wear bars, that show attached to a vehicle showing the . Poor handling. across the tread of a tire when only vehicle capacity weight and the original . Rough ride. equipment tire size and recommended 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of tread remains. See . Needless damage from road 0 When It Is Time for New Tires 301. inflation pressure. See “Tire and Loading hazards. Information Label” under Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 295 The Tire and Loading Information label cold, meaning the vehicle has not been Tire Pressure for High-Speed on the vehicle indicates the original driven for at least three hours or no Operation equipment tires and the correct cold more than 1.6 km (1 mi). tire inflation pressures. The Remove the valve cap from the tire { Warning recommended pressure is the minimum valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly air pressure needed to support the Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h onto the valve to get a pressure (100 mph) or higher, puts additional vehicle's maximum load carrying measurement. If the cold tire inflation strain on tires. Sustained high-speed capacity. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. pressure matches the recommended driving causes excessive heat buildup and How the vehicle is loaded affects pressure on the Tire and Loading can cause sudden tire failure. This could vehicle handling and ride comfort. Information label, no further adjustment cause a crash, and you or others could be Never load the vehicle with more is necessary. If the inflation pressure is killed. Some high-speed rated tires require weight than it was designed to carry. low, add air until the recommended inflation pressure adjustment for pressure is reached. If the inflation high-speed operation. When speed limits When to Check pressure is high, press on the metal and road conditions allow the vehicle to Check the pressure of the tires once a stem in the center of the tire valve to be driven at high speeds, make sure the month or more. Do not forget the release air. tires are rated for high-speed operation, compact spare, if the vehicle has one. are in excellent condition, and are set to Recheck the tire pressure with the tire The compact spare cold tire pressure the correct cold tire inflation pressure for gauge. should be at 420 kPa (60 psi). See the vehicle load. Compact Spare Tire 0 317. Put the valve caps back on the valve stems to keep out dirt and moisture. Vehicles with tire sizes listed in the High How to Check Speed Operation Inflation Pressures table Use only valve caps designed for the require inflation pressure adjustment when Use a good quality pocket-type gauge vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors could be driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h to check tire pressure. Proper tire damaged and would not be covered by (100 mph) or higher. Set the cold tire inflation cannot be determined by the vehicle warranty. inflation pressure to the corresponding value looking at the tire. Check the tire in the table for the tire size on the vehicle. inflation pressure when the tires are Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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High Speed Operation Inflation Pressures Tire Size Cold Inflation Pressure kPa (psi) 235/65R18 280 kPa (41 psi) 235/55R20 280 kPa (41 psi) 265/45R21 280 kPa (41 psi)

Return the tires to the recommended cold vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure Please note that the TPMS is not a tire inflation pressure when high-speed label, you should determine the proper tire substitute for proper tire maintenance, and driving has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits inflation pressure for those tires.) it is the driver's responsibility to maintain 0 197 and correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation 0 As an added safety feature, your vehicle has Tire Pressure 294. been equipped with a tire pressure has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor System monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more telltale. The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a uses radio and sensor technology to check Accordingly, when the low tire pressure TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors telltale illuminates, you should stop and the system is not operating properly. The monitor the air pressure in your tires and check your tires as soon as possible, and TPMS malfunction indicator is combined transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving with the low tire pressure telltale. When the located in the vehicle. on a significantly under-inflated tire causes system detects a malfunction, the telltale Each tire, including the spare (if provided), the tire to overheat and can lead to tire will flash for approximately one minute and should be checked monthly when cold and failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel then remain continuously illuminated. This inflated to the inflation pressure efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect sequence will continue upon subsequent recommended by the vehicle manufacturer the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction on the vehicle placard or tire inflation exists. pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 297 When the malfunction indicator is The low tire pressure warning light may illuminated, the system may not be able to come on in cool weather when the vehicle is detect or signal low tire pressure as first started, and then turn off as the vehicle intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for is driven. This could be an early indicator a variety of reasons, including the that the air pressure is getting low and installation of replacement or alternate tires needs to be inflated to the proper pressure. or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the When a low tire pressure condition is A Tire and Loading Information label, TPMS from functioning properly. Always detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire attached to your vehicle, shows the size of check the TPMS malfunction telltale after pressure warning light located on the the original equipment tires and the correct replacing one or more tires or wheels on instrument cluster. If the warning light inflation pressure for the tires when they your vehicle to ensure that the replacement comes on, stop as soon as possible and are cold. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 197, for or alternate tires and wheels allow the inflate the tires to the recommended an example of the Tire and Loading TPMS to continue to function properly. pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label and its location. Also see See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 297. Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits Tire Pressure 0 294. 0 See Radio Frequency Statement 0 357. 197. The TPMS can warn about a low tire A message to check the pressure in a pressure condition but it does not replace Tire Pressure Monitor Operation specific tire displays in the Driver normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection Information Center (DIC). The low tire 0 300, Tire Rotation 0 300 and This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure 0 Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is pressure warning light and the DIC warning Tires 287. designed to warn the driver when a low tire message come on at each ignition cycle pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are until the tires are inflated to the correct Caution mounted onto each tire and wheel inflation pressure. Using the DIC, tire Tire sealant materials are not all the assembly, excluding the spare tire and pressure levels can be viewed. For additional same. A non-approved tire sealant could wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor information and details about the DIC damage the TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor the air pressure in the tires and transmit the operation and displays see Driver damage caused by using an incorrect tire tire pressure readings to a receiver located Information Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel) sealant is not covered by the vehicle 0 107 or in the vehicle. (Continued) Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 110. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution (Continued) light and DIC message should go off after If the TPMS is not functioning properly it the road tire is replaced and the sensor cannot detect or signal a low tire pressure warranty. Always use only the GM matching process is performed condition. See your dealer for service if the approved tire sealant available through successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching TPMS malfunction light and DIC message your dealer or included in the vehicle. Process” later in this section. come on and stay on. . The TPMS sensor matching process was Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits use a not done or not completed successfully GM-approved liquid tire sealant. Using after rotating the tires. The malfunction This feature provides visual and audible non-approved tire sealants could damage the light and the DIC message should go off alerts outside the vehicle to help when TPMS sensors. See Tire Sealant and after successfully completing the sensor inflating an underinflated tire to the 0 Compressor Kit 307 for information matching process. See "TPMS Sensor recommended cold tire pressure. regarding the inflator kit materials and Matching Process" later in this section. instructions. When the low tire pressure warning light . One or more TPMS sensors are missing or comes on: TPMS Malfunction Light and Message damaged. The malfunction light and the 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level place. DIC message should go off when the The TPMS will not function properly if one TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor 2. Set the parking brake firmly. or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or matching process is performed 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). inoperable. When the system detects a successfully. See your dealer for service. malfunction, the low tire pressure warning 4. Add air to the tire that is underinflated. light flashes for about one minute and then . Replacement tires or wheels do not match The turn signal lamp will flash. stays on for the remainder of the ignition the original equipment tires or wheels. When the recommended pressure is cycle. A DIC warning message also displays. Tires and wheels other than those reached, the horn sounds once and the The malfunction light and DIC warning recommended could prevent the TPMS turn signal lamp will stop flashing and message come on at each ignition cycle from functioning properly. See Buying briefly turn solid. New Tires 0 302. until the problem is corrected. Some of the Repeat these steps for all underinflated tires conditions that can cause these to come . Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies that have illuminated the low tire pressure on are: warning light. . One of the road tires has been replaced similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS with the spare tire. The spare tire does sensors to malfunction. not have a TPMS sensor. The malfunction Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 299 . There is interference from an external in the following order: driver side front tire, { Warning device or transmitter. passenger side front tire, passenger side rear Overinflating a tire could cause the tire . The air pressure from the inflation device tire, and driver side rear tire. See your to rupture and you or others could be is not sufficient to inflate the tire. dealer for service or to purchase a relearn injured. Do not exceed the maximum . There is a malfunction in the TPMS. tool. A TPMS relearn tool can also be pressure listed on the tire sidewall. See purchased. See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor . There is a malfunction in the horn or turn Activation Tool at Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 289 and signal lamps. Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or call . The identification code of the TPMS 1-800-GM TOOLS (1-800-468-6657). sensor is not registered to the system. If the tire is overinflated by more than There are two minutes to match the first . The battery of the TPMS sensor is low. 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will sound multiple tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall times and the turn signal lamp will continue If the tire fill alert does not operate due to to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it to flash for several seconds after filling TPMS interference, move the vehicle about takes longer, the matching process stops stops. To release and correct the pressure, 1 m (3 ft) back or forward and try again. and must be restarted. while the turn signal lamp is still flashing, If the tire fill alert feature is not working, The TPMS sensor matching process is: briefly press the center of the valve stem. use a tire pressure gauge. When the recommended pressure is reached, 1. Set the parking brake. the horn sounds once. TPMS Sensor Matching Process 2. Place the vehicle in Service Mode. See 0 If the turn signal lamp does not flash within Each TPMS sensor has a unique Ignition Positions 200. 15 seconds after starting to inflate the tire, identification code. The identification code 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure info page the tire fill alert has not been activated or is needs to be matched to a new tire/wheel option is turned on. The info pages on not working. position after rotating the vehicle’s tires or the DIC can be turned on and off replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors. through the Options menu. See Driver If the hazard warning flashers are on, the The TPMS sensor matching process should Information Center (DIC) (Base and tire fill alert visual feedback will not work also be performed after replacing a spare Midlevel) 0 107 or properly. tire with a road tire containing the TPMS Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) The TPMS will not activate the tire fill alert sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC 0 110. properly under the following conditions: message should go off at the next ignition cycle. The sensors are matched to the tire/ wheel positions, using a TPMS relearn tool, Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

300 Vehicle Care 4. Use the DIC controls on the right side of 11. Turn the vehicle off. Tire Rotation the steering wheel to scroll to the Tire 12. Set all four tires to the recommended air Pressure screen under the DIC info page. pressure level as indicated on the Tire Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See Maintenance Schedule 5. Press and hold V in the center of the and Loading Information label. 0 332. DIC controls. Tire Inspection The horn sounds twice to signal the Tires are rotated to achieve a more receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE We recommend that the tires, including uniform wear for all tires. The first LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be rotation is the most important. the DIC display. inspected for signs of wear or damage Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate 6. Start with the driver side front tire. at least once a month. the tires as soon as possible, check for 7. Place the relearn tool against the tire Replace the tire if: proper tire inflation pressure, and check sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press . The indicators at three or more for damaged tires or wheels. If the the button to activate the TPMS sensor. unusual wear continues after the A horn chirp confirms that the sensor places around the tire can be seen. rotation, check the wheel alignment. identification code has been matched to . There is cord or fabric showing 0 this tire and wheel position. through the tire's rubber. See When It Is Time for New Tires 301 and 8. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, . The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, Wheel Replacement 0 305. and repeat the procedure in Step 7. or snagged deep enough to show 9. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, cord or fabric. and repeat the procedure in Step 7. . The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. 10. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other repeat the procedure in Step 7. The horn sounds two times to indicate the sensor damage that cannot be repaired well identification code has been matched to because of the size or location of the the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS damage. sensor matching process is no longer active. The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message on the DIC display goes off. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 301 Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” { Warning under Capacities and Specifications Do not apply grease to the wheel 0 345, and “Removing the Flat Tire and mounting surface, wheel conical Installing the Spare Tire” under Tire seats, or the wheel nuts or bolts. Changing 0 313. Grease applied to these areas could cause a wheel to become loose or { Warning come off, resulting in a crash. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can When It Is Time for New Tires cause wheel nuts to become loose Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, Use this rotation pattern when rotating over time. The wheel could come off driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road the tires. and cause a crash. When changing a conditions affect the wear rate of the tires. wheel, remove any rust or dirt from Do not include the compact spare tire places where the wheel attaches to in the tire rotation. the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth Adjust the front and rear tires to the or paper towel can be used; however, recommended inflation pressure on the use a scraper or wire brush later to Tire and Loading Information label after remove all rust or dirt. the tires have been rotated. See Tire Pressure 0 294 and Lightly coat the inner diameter of the Vehicle Load Limits 0 197. wheel hub opening with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. rotation to prevent corrosion or rust See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 buildup. 297. Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. Treadwear indicators appear when the tires have only Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

302 Vehicle Care 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining. aging. This area should be free of grease, TPC Spec number is molded onto the See Tire Inspection 0 300 and gasoline, or other substances that can tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the Tire Rotation 0 300 for additional deteriorate rubber. tires have an all-season tread design, information. Parking for an extended period can cause the TPC Spec number will be followed The rubber in tires ages over time. This also flat spots on the tires that may result in by MS for mud and snow. See Tire applies to the spare tire, if the vehicle has vibrations while driving. When storing a Sidewall Labeling 0 289 for additional one, even if it is never used. Multiple factors vehicle for at least a month, remove the information. including temperatures, loading conditions, tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the and inflation pressure maintenance affect weight from the tires. GM recommends replacing worn tires in how fast aging takes place. GM recommends complete sets of four. Uniform tread that tires, including the spare if equipped, Buying New Tires depth on all tires will help to maintain be replaced after six years, regardless of GM has developed and matched specific the performance of the vehicle. Braking tread wear. To identify the age of a tire, use and handling performance may be the tire manufacture date, which is the last tires for the vehicle. The original equipment tires installed were designed adversely affected if all the tires are not four digits of the DOT Tire Identification replaced at the same time. If proper Number (TIN) molded into one side of the to meet General Motors Tire tire sidewall. The last four digits of the TIN Performance Criteria Specification (TPC rotation and maintenance have been indicate the tire manufactured date. The Spec) system rating. When replacement done, all four tires should wear out at first two digits represent the week and the tires are needed, GM strongly about the same time. However, if it is last two digits, the year. For example, the recommends buying tires with the same necessary to replace only one axle set third week of the year 2020 would have a TPC Spec rating. of worn tires, place the new tires on 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is the the rear axle. See Tire Rotation 0 300. first full week (Sunday through Saturday) of GM's exclusive TPC Spec system each year. considers over a dozen critical { Warning specifications that impact the overall Vehicle Storage performance of the vehicle, including Tires could explode during improper Tires age when stored normally mounted on brake system performance, ride and service. Attempting to mount or a parked vehicle. Park a vehicle that will be handling, traction control, and tire dismount a tire could cause injury or stored for at least a month in a cool, dry, pressure monitoring performance. GM's (Continued) clean area away from direct sunlight to slow Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 303 Winter tires with the same speed rating stability control, or All-Wheel Drive, the Warning (Continued) as the original equipment tires may not performance of these systems can also be death. Only your dealer or authorized be available for H, V, W, Y and ZR affected. tire service center should mount or speed rated tires. Never exceed the dismount the tires. winter tires’ maximum speed capability { Warning when using winter tires with a lower If different sized wheels are used, there speed rating. may not be an acceptable level of { Warning performance and safety if tires not If the vehicle tires must be replaced recommended for those wheels are Mixing tires of different sizes (other with a tire that does not have a TPC than those originally installed on the selected. This increases the chance of a Spec number, make sure they are the crash and serious injury. Only use GM vehicle), brands, tread patterns, same size, load range, speed rating, and or types may cause loss of vehicle specific wheel and tire systems developed construction (radial) as the original for the vehicle, and have them properly control, resulting in a crash or other tires. vehicle damage. Use the correct size, installed by a GM certified technician. The Tire and Loading Information label brand, and type of tire on all wheels. See Buying New Tires 0 302 and indicates the original equipment tires Accessories and Modifications 0 254. on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits { Warning 0 197. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle Different Size Tires and Wheels The following information relates to the may cause the wheel rim flanges to system developed by the United States develop cracks after many miles of If wheels or tires are installed that are a National Highway Traffic Safety different size than the original equipment driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail Administration (NHTSA), which grades suddenly and cause a crash. Use only wheels and tires, vehicle performance, including its braking, ride and handling tires by treadwear, traction, and radial-ply tires with the wheels on characteristics, stability, and resistance to temperature performance. This applies the vehicle. rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has only to vehicles sold in the United electronic systems such as antilock brakes, States. The grades are molded on the rollover airbags, traction control, electronic sidewalls of most passenger car tires. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

304 Vehicle Care The Uniform Tire Quality Grading conditions on a specified government Temperature (UTQG) system does not apply to deep test course. For example, a tire graded The temperature grades are A (the tread, winter tires, compact spare tires, 150 would wear one and one-half (1½) highest), B, and C, representing the tires with nominal rim diameters of times as well on the government course tire's resistance to the generation of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some as a tire graded 100. The relative heat and its ability to dissipate heat limited-production tires. performance of tires depends upon the when tested under controlled conditions While the tires available on General actual conditions of their use, however, on a specified indoor laboratory test Motors passenger cars and light trucks and may depart significantly from the wheel. Sustained high temperature can may vary with respect to these grades, norm due to variations in driving habits, cause the material of the tire to they must also conform to federal service practices and differences in road degenerate and reduce tire life, and safety requirements and additional characteristics and climate. excessive temperature can lead to General Motors Tire Performance Traction sudden tire failure. The grade C Criteria (TPC) standards. corresponds to a level of performance The traction grades, from highest to which all passenger car tires must meet Quality grades can be found where lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those under the Federal Motor Safety applicable on the tire sidewall between grades represent the tire's ability to Standard No. 109. Grades B and A tread shoulder and maximum section stop on wet pavement as measured represent higher levels of performance width. For example: under controlled conditions on specified on the laboratory test wheel than the government test surfaces of asphalt and Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A minimum required by law. Warning: concrete. A tire marked C may have The temperature grade for this tire is All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to poor traction performance. Warning: established for a tire that is properly Federal Safety Requirements In Addition The traction grade assigned to this tire inflated and not overloaded. Excessive To These Grades. is based on straight-ahead braking speed, underinflation, or excessive traction tests, and does not include Treadwear loading, either separately or in acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, The treadwear grade is a comparative combination, can cause heat buildup or peak traction characteristics. rating based on the wear rate of the and possible tire failure. tire when tested under controlled Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 305 Wheel Alignment and Tire Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that Used Replacement Wheels Balance is needed. Each new wheel should have the same { Warning The tires and wheels were aligned and load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, Replacing a wheel with a used one is balanced at the factory to provide the offset, and be mounted the same way as dangerous. How it has been used or how longest tire life and best overall the one it replaces. performance. Adjustments to wheel far it has been driven may be unknown. alignment and tire balancing are not Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. necessary on a regular basis. Consider an or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) When replacing wheels, use a new GM alignment check if there is unusual tire wear sensors with new GM original equipment original equipment wheel. or the vehicle is significantly pulling to one parts. side or the other. Some slight pull to the Tire Chains left or right, depending on the crown of the { Warning road and/or other road surface variations Using the wrong replacement wheels, { Warning such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the wheel bolts, or wheel nuts can be If the vehicle has 235/55R20 or 265/45R21 vehicle is vibrating when driving on a dangerous. It could affect the braking and smooth road, the tires and wheels may size tires, do not use tire chains. There is handling of the vehicle. Tires can lose air, need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for not enough clearance. Tire chains used on and cause loss of control, causing a crash. proper diagnosis. a vehicle without the proper amount of Always use the correct wheel, wheel clearance can cause damage to the Wheel Replacement bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, The area damaged by the tire chains or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts Caution could cause loss of control and a crash. keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, Use another type of traction device only The wrong wheel can also cause and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the if its manufacturer recommends it for the problems with bearing life, brake cooling, wheel leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum vehicle's tire size combination and road wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if speedometer or odometer calibration, conditions. Follow that manufacturer's any of these conditions exist. headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, ground clearance, and tire or tire chain drive slow and readjust or remove the clearance to the body and chassis. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Warning (Continued) If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) traction device if it contacts the vehicle. It is unusual for a tire to blow out while on while severely underinflated or flat driving, especially if the tires are maintained Do not spin the wheels. If traction may cause a blowout and a serious crash. properly. See Tires 0 287. If air goes out of a devices are used, install them on the Never attempt to re-inflate a tire that has tire, it is much more likely to leak out front tires. slowly. But if there is ever a blowout, here been driven on while severely are a few tips about what to expect and underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or what to do: an authorized tire service center repair or Caution replace the flat tire as soon as possible. If the vehicle is equipped with a tire size If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a other than 235/55R20 or 265/45R21 use drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. tire chains only where legal and only Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and { Warning grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to when necessary. Use low profile chains maintain lane position, and then gently Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to that add no more than 12 mm thickness brake to a stop, well off the road, do maintenance or repairs is dangerous to the tire tread and inner sidewall. Use if possible. without the appropriate safety equipment chains that are the proper size for the and training. If a jack is provided with tires. Install them on the tires of the A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same the vehicle, it is designed only for front axle. Do not use chains on the tires changing a flat tire. If it is used for of the rear axle. Tighten them as tightly correction as used in a skid. Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten anything else, you or others could be as possible with the ends securely the vehicle. It may be very bumpy and badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips fastened. Drive slowly and follow the noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off the off the jack. If a jack is provided with the chain manufacturer's instructions. If the road, if possible. vehicle, only use it for changing a chains contact the vehicle, stop and flat tire. retighten them. If the contact continues, { Warning slow down until it stops. Driving too fast If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and or spinning the wheels with chains on Driving on a flat tire will cause wheel damage by driving slowly to a level will damage the vehicle. permanent damage to the tire. place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on Re-inflating a tire after it has been driven the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard (Continued) Warning Flashers 0 124. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 307 When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the { Warning following example as a guide to assist you Warning (Continued) Changing a tire can be dangerous. The in the placement of wheel blocks (1), Never run the engine in an enclosed area vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over if equipped. that has no fresh air ventilation. For more or fall causing injury or death. Find a information, see Engine Exhaust 0 207. level place to change the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: { Warning 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Overinflating a tire could cause the tire 2. Put an automatic transmission in to rupture and you or others could be P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). injured. Be sure to read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit 3. Turn off the engine and do not instructions and inflate the tire to its restart while the vehicle is raised. 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) recommended pressure. Do not exceed 4. Do not allow passengers to remain 2. Flat Tire the recommended pressure. in the vehicle. The following information explains how to 5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on repair or change a tire. both sides of the tire at the opposite { Warning corner of the tire being changed. Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger This vehicle may come with a jack and spare { Warning compartment of the vehicle could cause tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose use the jacking equipment to change a spare equipment could strike someone. Store tire safely, follow the instructions below. poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine 0 exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine the tire sealant and compressor kit in its Then see Tire Changing 313. To use the original location. tire sealant and compressor kit, see Tire exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 307. which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

308 Vehicle Care If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire or tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in the tread area of the tire. It can also be used to inflate an underinflated tire. If the tire has been separated from the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, or has a large puncture, the tire is too severely 9. Power Plug damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective. See Roadside 10. Air Only Hose Assistance Program 0 352. 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve Tire Sealant 2. Sealant/Air Hose Read and follow all of the tire sealant and 3. Base of Sealant Canister Read and follow the safe handling compressor kit instructions. 4. Tire Sealant Canister instructions on the label adhered to the tire 5. On/Off Button sealant canister (4). 6. Slot on Top of Compressor Check the tire sealant expiration date on the 7. Pressure Deflation Button tire sealant canister. The tire sealant 8. Pressure Gauge canister (4) should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement tire sealant canisters are available at your local dealer. There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister must be replaced. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 309 Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor 5. Slide the base of the tire sealant Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a canister (3) into the slot on the top of Punctured Tire the compressor (6) to hold it upright. Make sure the tire valve stem is When using the tire sealant and compressor positioned close to the ground so the kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit hose will reach it. in a heated environment for five minutes. This will help to inflate the tire faster. 6. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 124. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 306 for other 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to the important safety warnings. sealant canister inlet valve (1) by turning Do not remove any objects that have it clockwise until tight. penetrated the tire. 1. Remove the tire sealant canister (4) and compressor from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 313. 2. Remove the air only hose (10) and the 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) to the tire power plug (9) from the bottom of the valve stem by turning it clockwise until compressor. tight. 3. Place the compressor on the ground near 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the the flat tire. accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Power Outlets 0 86. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

310 Vehicle Care If the vehicle has an accessory power off to get an accurate pressure reading. 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. The compressor may be turned on/off counterclockwise to remove it from the If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, until the correct pressure is reached. tire valve stem. use the cigarette lighter. 15. Replace the tire valve stem cap. Caution Do not pinch the power plug cord in the 16. Remove the tire sealant canister (4) from door or window. If the recommended pressure cannot be the slot on top of the compressor (6). reached after approximately 25 minutes, 9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be 17. Turn the air only hose (10) the vehicle should not be driven farther. running while using the air compressor. counterclockwise to remove it from the The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant canister inlet valve (1). 10. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit cannot tire sealant and compressor kit on. inflate the tire. Remove the power plug 18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) clockwise The compressor will inject sealant and air from the accessory power outlet and onto the sealant canister inlet valve (1) to prevent sealant leakage. into the tire. unscrew the inflating hose from the tire The pressure gauge (8) will initially show valve. See Roadside Assistance Program 19. Return the air only hose (10) and power a high pressure while the compressor 0 352. plug (9) back to their original storage pushes the sealant into the tire. Once location. the sealant is completely dispersed into 12. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the the tire, the pressure will quickly drop tire sealant and compressor kit off. and start to rise again as the tire inflates The tire is not sealed and will continue with air only. to leak air until the vehicle is driven and 11. Inflate the tire to the recommended the sealant is distributed in the tire. inflation pressure using the pressure Therefore, Steps 13–21 must be done gauge (8). The recommended inflation immediately after Step 12. 20. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the pressure can be found on the Tire and Be careful while handling the tire sealant recommended inflation pressure, remove Loading Information label. See Tire and compressor kit as it could be warm 0 the maximum speed label from the Pressure 294. after usage. sealant canister and place it in a highly The pressure gauge (8) may read higher 13. Unplug the power plug (9) from the visible location. than the actual tire pressure while the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. compressor is on. Turn the compressor Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 311 Do not exceed the speed on this label 25. Dispose of the used tire sealant 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve until the damaged tire is repaired or canister (4) at a local dealer or in 2. Sealant/Air Hose replaced. accordance with local state codes and 3. Base of Sealant Canister 21. Return the equipment to its original practices. 4. Tire Sealant Canister storage location in the vehicle. 26. Replace it with a new canister available 5. On/Off Button 22. Immediately drive the vehicle 8 km from your dealer. 6. Slot on Top of Compressor (5 mi) to distribute the sealant in 27. After temporarily sealing a tire using the 7. Pressure Deflation Button the tire. tire sealant and compressor kit, take the 8. Pressure Gauge 23. Stop at a safe location and check the tire vehicle to an authorized dealer within pressure. Refer to Steps 1–10 under 161 km (100 mi) of driving to have the “Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor tire repaired or replaced. Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Punctured).” Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not If the tire pressure has fallen more than Punctured) 68 kPa (10 psi) below the recommended inflation pressure, stop driving the The kit includes: vehicle. The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 352. If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 kPa (10 psi) from the 9. Power Plug recommended inflation pressure, inflate 10. Air Only Hose the tire to the recommended inflation If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and pressure. wheel damage by driving slowly to a level 24. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel, place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. tire, or vehicle. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 124. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 306 for other important safety warnings. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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1. Remove the compressor from its storage 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be Caution (Continued) location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and running while using the air compressor. 0 Compressor Kit 313. 8. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the unscrew the inflating hose from the tire 2. Remove the air only hose (10) and the tire sealant and compressor kit on. valve. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 352. power plug (9) from the bottom of the The compressor will inflate the tire with compressor. air only. 10. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the 3. Place the compressor on the ground near 9. Inflate the tire to the recommended tire sealant and compressor kit off. the flat tire. inflation pressure using the pressure Be careful while handling the compressor Make sure the tire valve stem is gauge (8). The recommended inflation as it could be warm after usage. positioned close to the ground so the pressure can be found on the Tire and hose will reach it. Loading Information label. See Tire 11. Unplug the power plug (9) from the 0 accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 4. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat Pressure 294. tire by turning it counterclockwise. The pressure gauge (8) may read higher 12. Turn the air only hose (10) than the actual tire pressure while the counterclockwise to remove it from the 5. Attach the air only hose (10) to the tire tire valve stem. valve stem by turning it clockwise until compressor is on. Turn the compressor tight. off to get an accurate pressure reading. 13. Replace the tire valve stem cap. The compressor may be turned on/off 14. Return the air only hose (10) and power 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the until the correct pressure is reached. accessory power outlet in the vehicle. plug (9) back to their original storage location. Unplug all items from other accessory Caution power outlets. See Power Outlets 0 86. 15. Return the equipment to its original If the recommended pressure cannot be storage location in the vehicle. If the vehicle has an accessory power reached after approximately 25 minutes, outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. the vehicle should not be driven farther. The tire sealant and compressor kit has accessory adapters located in a If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, The tire is too severely damaged and the compartment on the bottom of its housing use the cigarette lighter. tire sealant and compressor kit cannot that can be used to inflate air mattresses, Do not pinch the power plug cord in the inflate the tire. Remove the power plug balls, etc. door or window. from the accessory power outlet and (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 313 Storing the Tire Sealant and 5. Remove the nut retaining the spare tire. Compressor Kit 6. Remove the spare tire and place it next to the tire being changed. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps for removing it. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Tire Changing 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Removing the Spare Tire and Tools If a Tire Goes Flat 0 306. To access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 18. 2. Remove the cargo management system divider, if equipped. See “Rail and Divider 4. Turn the wing nut (4) counterclockwise Option” under Cargo Management to remove the jack (1), wheel wrench (2), System 0 79. and strap (3). Place the tool container 3. Lift the load floor. Use the hook to hold near the tire being changed. the load floor open. See Cargo Management System 0 79.

2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do not remove them yet. 3. Place the jack near the flat tire. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution { Warning Warning (Continued) Make sure that the jack lift head is in the Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips correct position or you may damage your on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered off the jack, you could be badly injured vehicle, only use it for changing a by your warranty. or killed. Never get under a vehicle when flat tire. it is supported only by a jack. Caution { Warning Using a jack to raise the vehicle without Raising the vehicle with the jack positioning it correctly could damage improperly positioned can damage the your vehicle. When raising your vehicle vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To on a jack, be sure to position it correctly help avoid personal injury and vehicle under the frame and avoid contact with damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head the plastic molding. into the proper location before raising the vehicle.

4. Position the jack lift head at the jack { Warning location nearest the flat tire. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to The jacking location is indicated by a half circle notch in the metal flange. The jack do maintenance or repairs is dangerous must not be used in any other position. without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 315 5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise 10. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel the jack until the slot in the jack lift { Warning bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare head fits into the metal flange located Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the wheel. behind the cut out on the plastic parts to which it is fastened, can 11. Place the compact spare tire on the molding. cause wheel nuts to become loose wheel-mounting surface. Do not raise the vehicle yet. over time. The wheel could come off 6. Put the compact spare tire near you. and cause a crash. When changing a { Warning 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wheel, remove any rust or dirt from Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts wrench clockwise in the jack. Raise the places where the wheel attaches to because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle far enough off the ground so the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a there is enough room for the spare tire or paper towel can be used; however, crash. to fit under the wheel well. use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 12. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 13. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.

{ Warning Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque 8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. specification after replacing. Follow the 9. Remove the flat tire. torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Warning (Continued) Caution accessory locking wheel nuts. See Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's Capacities and Specifications 0 345 for compact spare. If you try to put a wheel original equipment wheel nut torque cover on the compact spare, the cover or specifications. the spare could be damaged. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Caution Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead { Warning to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly in the passenger compartment of the tighten the wheel nuts in the proper 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden sequence and to the proper torque crisscross sequence, as shown. stop or collision, loose equipment could specification. See Capacities and 15. Lower the jack all the way and remove strike someone. Store all these in the Specifications 0 345 for the wheel nut the jack from under the vehicle. proper place. torque specification. 16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the To store the flat or spare tire and tools: wheel wrench. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 18. If equipped, when reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full-size tire, 2. Put back all tools as they were stored in tighten all six plastic caps hand snug with the rear storage compartment and put the aid of the wheel wrench and tighten the compartment cover back on. them with the wheel wrench an additional 3. Place the tire, lying flat, in the rear one-quarter of a turn. storage compartment. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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{ Warning Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time.

If this vehicle has a compact spare tire, it was fully inflated when new; however, it 4. Place the loop end of the strap through 5. Route the strap hook through the wheel, can lose air over time. Check the inflation the cargo tie-down. Place the hook end as shown. pressure regularly. It should be 420 kPa of the strap through the loop and pull it 6. Attach the strap to the other cargo (60 psi). until the strap is fastened securely to tie-down in the rear of the vehicle. the tie-down. Stop as soon as possible and check that the 7. Tighten the strap and secure it using the spare tire is correctly inflated after being buckle. installed on the vehicle. The compact spare The compact spare is for temporary use tire is designed for temporary use only. The only. Replace the compact spare tire with a vehicle will perform differently with the full-size tire as soon as you can. spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km/h (50 mph). To conserve the tread of the spare tire, have the standard tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

318 Vehicle Care When using a compact spare tire, the AWD Jump Starting (if equipped), ABS, and Traction Control { Warning systems may engage until the spare tire is Jump Starting - North America Batteries can hurt you. They can be recognized by the vehicle, especially on dangerous because: slippery roads. Adjust driving to reduce For more information about the vehicle possible wheel slip. battery, see Battery - North America 0 274. . They contain acid that can burn you. If the battery has run down, try to use . They contain gas that can explode or Caution another vehicle and some jumper cables to ignite. When the compact spare is installed, do start your vehicle. Be sure to use the . They contain enough electricity to not take the vehicle through an following steps to do it safely. burn you. automatic car wash with guide rails. The If you do not follow these steps exactly, compact spare can get caught on the rails { Warning some or all of these things can hurt you. which can damage the tire, wheel, and WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and other parts of the vehicle. related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the Caution Do not use the compact spare on other State of California to cause cancer and Ignoring these steps could result in costly vehicles. birth defects or other reproductive harm. damage to the vehicle that would not be Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel Batteries also contain other chemicals covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying with other wheels or tires. They will not fit. known to the State of California to cause to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling Keep the spare tire and its wheel together. cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. it will not work, and it could damage the Caution For more information go to vehicle. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ Tire chains will not fit the compact spare. passenger-vehicle. Using them can damage the vehicle and the chains. Do not use tire chains on the See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 254 compact spare. and the back cover. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution { Warning If the other vehicle does not have a An electric fan can start up even when 12-volt system with a negative ground, the engine is not running and can injure both vehicles can be damaged. Only use you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a away from any underhood electric fan. negative ground for jump starting.

2. Position the two vehicles so that they { Warning are not touching. Using a match near a battery can cause 3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the battery gas to explode. People have been shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with a manual hurt doing this, and some have been 1. Discharged Battery Positive (+) transmission. See Shifting Into Park blinded. Use a flashlight if you need Terminal 0 205. more light. 2. Discharged Battery Remote Negative Battery fluid contains acid that can burn (–) Terminal Caution you. Do not get it on you. If you 3. Good Battery Negative (–) Terminal If any accessories are left on or plugged accidentally get it in your eyes or on 4. Good Battery Positive (+) Terminal in during the jump starting procedure, your skin, flush the place with water and The jump start positive (+) terminal (1) and they could be damaged. The repairs get medical help immediately. the negative remote negative terminal (2) would not be covered by the vehicle for the discharged battery are on the driver warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or side of the vehicle. unplug all accessories on either vehicle { Warning The jump start positive (+) terminal (4) and when jump starting. Fans or other moving engine parts can negative (-) terminal (3) are on the battery injure you badly. Keep your hands away 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all lights of the vehicle providing the jump start. from moving parts once the engine is and accessories in both vehicles, except running. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a the hazard warning flashers if needed. 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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5. Connect one end of the red positive (+) Caution (Continued) Caution cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. and remove the jumper cables in the Improper use of the tow eye can damage 6. Connect the other end of the red correct order, making sure that the cables the vehicle. If equipped, use the tow eye positive (+) cable to the positive (+) do not touch each other or other metal. to load a disabled vehicle onto a flatbed terminal of the good battery. tow truck from a flat road surface, or to Jumper Cable Removal move the vehicle a short distance. Use 7. Connect one end of the black negative (–) cable to the negative (–) Reverse the sequence exactly when caution and low speeds. The transmission terminal of the good battery. removing the jumper cables. must be in (N) Neutral when moving the vehicle. 8. Connect the other end of the black After starting the disabled vehicle and negative (–) cable to the remote removing the jumper cables, allow it to idle GM recommends a flatbed tow truck to negative (–) terminal for the discharged for several minutes. transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to battery. help reduce approach angles, if necessary. 9. Start the engine in the vehicle with the Towing the Vehicle A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels good battery and run the engine at idle off the ground. Contact Roadside Assistance speed for at least four minutes. Caution or a professional towing service if the 10. Try to start the vehicle that had the Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may disabled vehicle must be towed. dead battery. If it will not start after a cause damage. The damage would not be few tries, it probably needs service. covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not lash or hook to suspension components. Caution Use the proper straps around the tires to If the jumper cables are connected or secure the vehicle. Do not drag a locked removed in the wrong order, electrical wheel/tire. Use tire skates or dollies shorting may occur and damage the under any locked wheel/tire while vehicle. The repairs would not be covered loading the vehicle. Do not use a sling by the vehicle warranty. Always connect type lift to tow the vehicle. This could (Continued) damage the vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Front Attachment Points Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two Caution wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly. Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: cause damage to the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the . Before towing the vehicle, become vehicle warranty. If using a shield, only familiar with the local laws that apply to use one that attaches to the towing recreational vehicle towing. These laws may vary by region. vehicle. . The towing capacity of the towing Dinghy Towing vehicle. Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. For vehicles being dinghy towed, the vehicle . How far the vehicle will be towed. Some should be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about The vehicle is equipped with specific vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can be towed. five minutes. This will ensure proper attachment points to be used by the towing lubrication of transmission components. provider. These holes may be used to pull . The proper towing equipment. See your the vehicle from a flat road surface onto the dealer or trailering professional for To tow the vehicle from the front with all flatbed tow truck. additional advice and equipment four wheels on the ground: recommendations. 1. Position the vehicle to be towed and Recreational Vehicle Towing . Whether the vehicle is ready to be towed. secure it to the towing vehicle. Recreational vehicle towing means towing Just as preparing the vehicle for a long 2. Put the vehicle in N (Neutral). trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to the vehicle behind another vehicle, such as 3. Shut the engine off (vehicle will remain be towed. behind a motor home. The two most in accessory mode). common types of recreational vehicle 4. Disconnect the negative (−) terminal towing are known as dinghy towing and connector from the 12-volt battery. dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. 5. Close the hood of the vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Caution Caution Dolly Towing If the vehicle is towed without Too much or too little fluid can damage performing each of the steps listed under the transmission. Be sure that the “Dinghy Towing,” the automatic transmission fluid is at the proper level transmission could be damaged. Be sure before towing with all four wheels on the to follow all steps of the dinghy towing ground. procedure prior to and after towing the vehicle. Caution Do not tow a vehicle with the front drive Caution wheels on the ground if one of the front If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded while tires is a compact spare tire. Towing with towing the vehicle, it could be damaged. two different tire sizes on the front of Never exceed 105 km/h (65 mph) while the vehicle can cause severe damage to To tow a vehicle from the front with the towing the vehicle. the transmission. rear wheels on the ground: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. Once the destination is reached: 2. Move the shift lever to P (Park). See 1. Shift the vehicle to P (Park). Shifting Into Park 0 205. 2. Reconnect the negative (−) terminal 3. Set the parking brake. connector to the 12-volt battery. 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 3. Start the engine and let it idle for more 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer’s than three minutes before driving the instructions for preparing the vehicle and vehicle. dolly for towing. 6. Release the parking brake. 7. Turn the vehicle off. 8. Disconnect the negative (−) terminal connector from the 12-volt battery. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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9. Close the hood of the vehicle. Caution Caution (Continued) Towing the Vehicle from the Rear Towing the vehicle from the rear could or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it damage it. Also, repairs would not be would not be covered by the vehicle covered by the vehicle warranty. Never warranty. Approved cleaning products can have the vehicle towed from the rear. be obtained from your dealer. Follow all manufacturer directions regarding correct Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. product usage, necessary safety precautions, and appropriate disposal of Appearance Care any vehicle care product. Exterior Care Caution Locks Avoid using high-pressure washes closer Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the de-icing agent only when absolutely vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding necessary, and have the locks greased after 8 274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result in using. See Recommended Fluids and damage or removal of paint and decals. Lubricants 0 340. Washing the Vehicle If using an automatic car wash, follow the car wash instructions. The windshield wiper To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it and rear window wiper, if equipped, must often and out of direct sunlight. be off. Remove any accessories that may be damaged or interfere with the car wash Caution equipment. Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and or abrasive cleaning agents as they can after, to remove all cleaning agents damage the vehicle's paint, metal, completely. If they are allowed to dry on (Continued) the surface, they could stain. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or Finish Care Caution (Continued) an all-cotton towel to avoid surface Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/ scratches and water spotting. non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are wax materials is not recommended. made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish Cleaning Underhood Components If painted surfaces are damaged, see your on the vehicle. dealer to have the damage assessed and Caution repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium To keep the paint finish looking new, keep Do not power wash any component chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, the vehicle garaged or covered whenever under the hood that has this e road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, possible. symbol. chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the vehicle's finish if they remain Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings This could cause damage that would not on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as be covered by the vehicle warranty. soon as possible. If necessary, use Caution non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe Failure to clean and protect the bright Solvents or aggressive cleaners may harm for painted surfaces to remove foreign metal moldings can result in a hazy underhood components. The usages of these matter. white finish or pitting. This damage chemicals should be avoided. Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing would not be covered by the vehicle Recommend water only. should be done to remove residue from the warranty. A pressure washer may be used, but care paint finish. See your dealer for approved cleaning products. The bright metal moldings on the vehicle must be utilized. The following criteria must are aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. To be followed: Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated prevent damage always follow these . Water pressure must be kept below plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, simulated cleaning instructions: 14 000 KPa (2,000 PSI). wood, or flat paint as damage can occur. . Be sure the molding is cool to the touch . Water temperature must be below 80 °C Caution before applying any cleaning solution. (180 °F). Machine compounding or aggressive . Use only approved cleaning solutions for . Spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide angle aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint spray pattern or wider must be used. Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain finish may damage it. Use only . Nozzle must be kept at least 30 cm (1 ft) alkaline substances and can damage the away from all surfaces. (Continued) moldings. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 325 . Always dilute a concentrated cleaner . Aftermarket appearance caps or covers Shutter System according to the manufacturer’s while the lamps are illuminated, due to instructions. excessive heat generated. . Do not use cleaners that are not intended for automotive use. Caution . Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle Failure to clean lamps properly can cause after washing to protect and extend the damage to the lamp cover that would molding finish. not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and Stripes Caution Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft Using wax on low gloss black finish cloth, and a car washing soap to clean stripes can increase the gloss level and exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals, and create a non-uniform finish. Clean low stripes. Follow instructions under "Washing gloss stripes with soap and water only. The vehicle may have a shutter system the Vehicle" previously in this section. designed to help improve fuel economy. Air Intakes Keep the shutter system clear of debris, Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some snow and ice. If the check engine light is have a UV protective coating. Do not clean Clear debris from the air intakes, between activated, please check to see if the shutter or wipe them when dry. the hood and windshield, when washing the system is clear of debris, snow or ice. Do not use any of the following on lamp vehicle. covers: Windshield and Wiper Blades . Abrasive or caustic agents Clean the outside of the windshield with . Washer fluids and other cleaning agents glass cleaner. in higher concentrations than suggested Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or by the manufacturer. paper towel soaked with windshield washer . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the cleaners. windshield thoroughly when cleaning the . Ice scrapers or other hard items. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper streaking. tire dressing, always wipe off any or brushes. Use only GM approved overspray from all painted surfaces on cleaners. Do not drive the vehicle through Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by the vehicle. an automatic car wash that uses silicon extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat, carbide tire/wheel cleaning brushes. sun, snow, and ice. Wheels and Wheel Trim Damage could occur and the repairs Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and would not be covered by the vehicle Weatherstrips water to clean the wheels. After rinsing warranty. Apply weatherstrip lubricant on thoroughly with clean water, dry with a weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal soft, clean towel. A wax may then be Brake System better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate applied. Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for weatherstrips at least once a year. Hot, dry proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, climates may require more frequent Caution chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear application. Black marks from rubber Chrome wheels and chrome wheel trim and rotors for surface condition. Inspect material on painted surfaces can be removed may be damaged if the vehicle is not drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks. by rubbing with a clean cloth. See washed after driving on roads that have Inspect all other brake parts. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 340. been sprayed with magnesium chloride or Steering, Suspension, and Chassis calcium chloride. These are used on roads Tires Components for conditions such as dust and ice. Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean Always wash the chrome with soap and Visually inspect steering, suspension, and the tires. water after exposure. chassis components for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear at least Caution once a year. Using petroleum-based tire dressing Caution Inspect power steering for proper electrical products on the vehicle may damage the To avoid surface damage on wheels and connections, binding, cracks, chafing, etc. paint finish and/or tires. When applying a wheel trim, do not use strong soaps, (Continued) Visually check constant velocity joint boots chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, and axle seals for leaks. (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Vehicle Care 327 Body Component Lubrication Original manufacturer replacement parts will sunscreen, and insect repellent from all provide the corrosion protection while interior surfaces or permanent damage may Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, maintaining the vehicle warranty. result. liftgate hinges, and the steel fuel door hinges, unless the components are plastic. Finish Damage Use cleaners specifically designed for the Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips surfaces being cleaned to prevent with a clean cloth will make them last Quickly repair minor chips and scratches permanent damage. Apply all cleaners longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. with touch-up materials available from your directly to the cleaning cloth. Do not spray dealer to avoid corrosion. Larger areas of cleaners on any switches or controls. Underbody Maintenance finish damage can be corrected in your Remove cleaners quickly. dealer's body and paint shop. At least twice a year, spring and fall, use Before using cleaners, read and follow all plain water to flush any corrosive materials Chemical Paint Spotting safety instructions on the label. While from the underbody. Take care to Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack cleaning the interior, open the doors and thoroughly clean any areas where mud and windows to get proper ventilation. other debris can collect. painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy, ring-shaped discolorations, and small, To prevent damage, do not clean the Do not directly power wash the transfer irregular dark spots etched into the paint interior using the following cleaners or case and/or front/rear axle output seals. surface. See “Finish Care” previously in this techniques: High pressure water can overcome the seals section. . Never use a razor or any other sharp and contaminate the fluid. Contaminated object to remove soil from any interior fluid will decrease the life of the transfer Interior Care surface. case and/or axles and should be replaced. To prevent dirt particle abrasions, regularly . Never use a brush with stiff bristles. Sheet Metal Damage clean the vehicle's interior. Immediately . Never rub any surface aggressively or remove any soils. Newspapers or dark with too much pressure. If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet garments can transfer color to the vehicle’s . Do not use laundry detergents or metal repair or replacement, make sure the interior. body repair shop applies anti-corrosion dishwashing soaps with degreasers. For material to parts repaired or replaced to Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from liquid cleaners, use approximately restore corrosion protection. knobs and crevices on the instrument 20 drops per 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. cluster. Using a mild soap solution, A concentrated soap solution will create immediately remove hand lotions, Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

328 Vehicle Care streaks and attract dirt. Do not use Coated Moldings 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and solutions that contain strong or gently rub toward the center. Fold the Coated moldings should be cleaned. caustic soap. cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently . When lightly soiled, wipe with a sponge . Do not heavily saturate the upholstery to prevent forcing the soil in to the or soft, lint-free cloth dampened with when cleaning. fabric. water. . Do not use solvents or cleaners containing 4. Continue gently rubbing the soiled area . When heavily soiled, use warm soapy solvents. until there is no longer any color water. transfer from the soil to the cleaning Interior Glass Fabric/Carpet/Suede cloth. To clean, use a terry cloth fabric dampened 5. If the soil is not completely removed, Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft with water. Wipe droplets left behind with a use a mild soap solution followed only brush attachment. If a rotating vacuum clean dry cloth. If necessary, use a by plain water. brush attachment is being used, only use it commercial glass cleaner after cleaning with on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, gently If the soil is not completely removed, it may plain water. remove as much of the soil as possible: be necessary to use a commercial upholstery Caution . Gently blot liquids with a paper towel. cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden Continue blotting until no more soil can area for colorfastness before using a To prevent scratching, never use abrasive be removed. commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive If ring formation occurs, clean the entire . For solid soils, remove as much as cleaners or aggressive cleaning may fabric or carpet. damage the rear window defogger. possible prior to vacuuming. After cleaning, use a paper towel to blot To clean: excess moisture. Cleaning the windshield with water during 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free colorfast cloth the first three to six months of ownership with water. Microfiber cloth is Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle will reduce tendency to fog. recommended to prevent lint transfer to Information and Radio Displays Speaker Covers the fabric or carpet. Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss surfaces 2. Remove excess moisture by gently Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so or vehicle displays. First, use a soft bristle wringing until water does not drip from that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean brush to remove dirt that can scratch the the cleaning cloth. spots with water and mild soap. surface. Then gently clean by rubbing with a microfiber cloth. Never use window cleaners Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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or solvents. Periodically hand wash the Caution (Continued) Cargo Cover and Convenience Net microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. If equipped, wash with warm water and Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse them to dry naturally. Never use heat, mild detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. thoroughly and air dry before next use. steam, or spot removers. Do not use cleaners that contain silicone or Rinse with cold water, and then dry completely. Caution wax-based products. Cleaners containing Do not attach a device with a suction cup these solvents can permanently change Care of Seat Belts the appearance and feel of leather or soft to the display. This may cause damage Keep belts clean and dry. and would not be covered by the vehicle trim, and are not recommended. warranty. Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, { Warning Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Other especially on the instrument panel. Reflected Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. Plastic Surfaces, Low Gloss Paint glare can decrease visibility through the It may severely weaken the webbing. In Surfaces, and Natural Open Pore Wood windshield under certain conditions. a crash, they might not be able to Surfaces provide adequate protection. Clean and Caution rinse seat belt webbing only with mild Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with Use of air fresheners may cause soap and lukewarm water. Allow the water to remove dust and loose dirt. For a permanent damage to plastics and webbing to dry. more thorough cleaning, use a soft painted surfaces. If an air freshener microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap comes in contact with any plastic or Floor Mats solution. painted surface in the vehicle, blot Caution immediately and clean with a soft cloth { Warning dampened with a mild soap solution. If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not Soaking or saturating leather, especially Damage caused by air fresheners would properly installed, it can interfere with perforated leather, as well as other not be covered by the vehicle warranty. interior surfaces, may cause permanent the pedals. Interference with the pedals damage. Wipe excess moisture from can cause unintended acceleration and/or these surfaces after cleaning and allow increased stopping distance which can (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

330 Vehicle Care Button Retainer Cleaning Rubber Floor Mats (All-Weather Warning (Continued) Mats and Floor Liners) cause a crash and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the { Warning pedals. Do not use cleaners that contain silicone, Use the following guidelines for proper floor wax-based products, or cleaners that mat usage. increase gloss on rubber floor mats/liners. These cleaners can permanently change . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle. If the floor the appearance and feel of the rubber mats need replacing, it is recommended and can make the floor mats/liners that GM certified floor mats be slippery. Your foot could slip while purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not operating the vehicle, and you could lose fit properly and may interfere with the control, resulting in a crash. You or accelerator or brake pedal. Always check Some vehicles have floor mats with a others could be injured. that the floor mats do not interfere with button-type retainer. the pedals. Use a soft cloth and/or a brush dampened Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat with water to remove dust and loose dirt. . Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to unlock not equipped with a floor mat retainer on For more thorough cleaning, use a mild soap and remove. the driver side floor. solution. 2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the . Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. floor mat opening over the carpet retainer and snapping into position. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured. Verify the floor mat does not . Use only a single floor mat on the interfere with the pedals. driver side. . Do not place one floor mat on top of another. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Service and Maintenance 331 Service and Maintenance General Information Caution Your vehicle is an important investment. Damage caused by improper maintenance General Information This section describes the required can lead to costly repairs and may not be General Information ...... 331 maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this covered by the vehicle warranty. Maintenance Schedule schedule to help protect against major repair Maintenance intervals, checks, Maintenance Schedule ...... 332 expenses resulting from neglect or inspections, recommended fluids, and inadequate maintenance. It may also help to lubricants are important to keep the Special Application Services maintain the value of the vehicle if it is vehicle in good working condition. Special Application Services ...... 337 sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed. Do not have chemical flushes that are not Additional Maintenance and Care approved by GM performed on the Your dealer has trained technicians who can Additional Maintenance and Care ...... 337 vehicle. The use of flushes, solvents, perform required maintenance using genuine cleaners, or lubricants that are not Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and replacement parts. They have up-to-date approved by GM could damage the Parts tools and equipment for fast and accurate vehicle, requiring expensive repairs that Recommended Fluids and diagnostics. Many dealers have extended are not covered by the vehicle warranty. Lubricants ...... 340 evening and Saturday hours, courtesy Maintenance Replacement Parts ...... 341 transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service needs. The Tire Rotation and Required Services are Maintenance Records the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It is Maintenance Records ...... 343 Your dealer recognizes the importance of recommended to have your dealer perform providing competitively priced maintenance these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. and repair services. With trained technicians, Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the dealer is the place for routine the vehicle in good working condition, maintenance such as oil changes and tire improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle rotations and additional maintenance items emissions. like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

332 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use vehicles, Refer to the information in the Maintenance Engine Oil Change maintenance needs vary. There may need to Schedule Additional Required Services - When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON be more frequent checks and services. The Severe chart. message displays, have the engine oil and Additional Required Services - Normal are for filter changed within the next 1 000 km/ vehicles that: { Warning 600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, . Carry passengers and cargo within Performing maintenance work can be the engine oil life system may not indicate recommended limits on the Tire and dangerous and can cause serious injury. the need for vehicle service for up to a year. Loading Information label. See Vehicle Perform maintenance work only if the The engine oil and filter must be changed at Load Limits 0 197. required information, proper tools, and least once a year and the oil life system . Are driven on reasonable road surfaces equipment are available. If they are not, must be reset. Your trained dealer technician within legal driving limits. see your dealer to have a trained can perform this work. If the engine oil life . Use the recommended fuel. See technician do the work. See Doing Your system is reset accidentally, service the 0 Recommended Fuel 239. Own Service Work 0 255. vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the last service. Reset the oil life system when Refer to the information in the Maintenance the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life Schedule Additional Required Services - Maintenance Schedule System 0 264. Normal chart. The Additional Required Services - Severe are Owner Checks and Services Engine Air Filter Change for vehicles that are: Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot 0 262. message displays, the engine air filter weather. Once a Month should be replaced at the next engine oil change. When the REPLACE ENGINE AIR . Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous . Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire FILTER SOON message displays, the engine terrain. Pressure 0 294. air filter should be replaced at the earliest . Frequently towing a trailer. . Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire convenience. Reset the engine air filter life 0 . Used for high speed or competitive Inspection 300. system after the engine air filter is replaced. driving. . Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 265. . Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. See Washer Fluid 0 272. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Service and Maintenance 333 Air Conditioning Desiccant (Replace Every . Check tire inflation pressures. See Tire pipes, vapor lines, and hoses for proper Seven Years) Pressure 0 294. attachment, connection, routing, and . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection condition. The air conditioning system requires 0 300. maintenance every seven years. This service . Visually inspect exhaust system and requires replacement of the desiccant to . Visually check for fluid leaks. nearby heat shields for loose or damaged help the longevity and efficient operation of . Inspect brake system. See Exterior Care parts. the air conditioning system. This service can 0 323. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior 0 be complex. See your dealer. . Visually inspect steering, suspension, and Care 323. chassis components for damage, including . Check automatic transmission shift lock Tire Rotation and Required Services cracks or tears in the rubber boots, loose control function. See Automatic Every 12 000 km/7,500 mi or missing parts, or signs of wear at least Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Rotate the tires, if recommended for the once a year. See Exterior Care 0 323. Check 0 275. vehicle, and perform the following services. . Inspect power steering for proper . Check parking brake and automatic See Tire Rotation 0 300. electrical connections, binding, cracks, transmission park mechanism. See Park . Check engine oil level and oil chafing, etc. Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 life percentage. If needed, change engine . Visually inspect halfshafts and drive 275. oil and filter, and reset oil life system. shafts for excessive wear, lubricant leaks, . Check accelerator pedal for damage, high See Engine Oil 0 262 and and/or damage including: tube dents or effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Engine Oil Life System 0 264. cracks, constant velocity joint or universal . Visually inspect gas strut for signs of . Check the air filter life percentage. joint looseness, cracked or missing boots, wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the If necessary, replace the engine air filter loose or missing boot clamps, center hold open ability of the strut. If the hold and reset the engine air filter life system. bearing excessive looseness, loose or open ability is low, service the gas strut. See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 265. missing fasteners, and axle seal leaks. See Gas Strut(s) 0 277. . Check engine coolant level. See Cooling . Check restraint system components. See . Check tire sealant expiration date, System 0 267. Safety System Check 0 49. if equipped. See Tire Sealant and 0 . Check windshield washer fluid level. See . Visually inspect the fuel system, including Compressor Kit 307. Washer Fluid 0 272. the evaporative (EVAP) system, for . Inspect sunroof track and seal, damage or leaks. Visually check all fuel if equipped. See Sunroof 0 31. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Maintenance Schedule Additional 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 168 000 km/105,000 mi Required Services - Normal 240 000 km/150,000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Check engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed. (1) Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2) @ @ @ @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. (2.0L engine only.) Inspect spark plug @ @ wires and/or boots. Replace spark plugs. (except 2.0L engine.) Inspect spark plug @ wires and/or boots. Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (3) @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) Replace front and rear wiper blades. (7) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (8) @ @ Replace air conditioning desiccant. (9) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Service and Maintenance 335 Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule (3) Do not directly power wash the transfer (6) Replace brake fluid every five years. See Additional Required Services - Normal case and/or front/rear axle output seals. Brake Fluid 0 273. (1) Or every four years, whichever comes High pressure water can overcome the seals (7) Or every 12 months, whichever comes first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect and contaminate the transfer case fluid. first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 276. the filter at each oil change or more often Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and/or axles and should be (8) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Gas Strut(s) 0 277. 0 265. replaced. (4) Or every five years, whichever comes (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant every (2) Or every two years, whichever comes 0 seven years. first. More frequent passenger compartment first. See Cooling System 267. air filter replacement may be needed if (5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, quality, high dust levels, or environmental or damage; replace, if needed. allergens. Passenger compartment air filter replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Maintenance Schedule Additional 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 168 000 km/105,000 mi Required Services - Severe 240 000 km/150,000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Check engine air filter life percentage and status. Change engine air filter, if needed. (1) Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2) @ @ @ @ @ @ Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. (2.0L engine only.) Inspect spark plug @ @ wires and/or boots. Replace spark plugs. (except 2.0L engine.) Inspect spark plug @ wires and/or boots. Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (3) @ @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) Replace front and rear wiper blades. (7) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (8) @ @ Replace air conditioning desiccant. (9) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Service and Maintenance 337 Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule (5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. Additional Maintenance Additional Required Services - Severe Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, (1) Or every four years, whichever comes or damage; replace, if needed. and Care first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect (6) Replace brake fluid every five years. See Your vehicle is an important investment and the filter at each oil change or more often Brake Fluid 0 273. caring for it properly may help to avoid as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle 0 (7) Or every 12 months, whichever comes 265. first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 276. performance, additional maintenance services may be required. (2) Or every two years, whichever comes (8) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. first. More frequent passenger compartment See Gas Strut(s) 0 277. It is recommended that your dealer perform air filter replacement may be needed if these services — their trained dealer driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant every technicians know your vehicle best. Your quality, high dust levels, or environmental seven years. dealer can also perform a thorough allergens. Passenger compartment air filter assessment with a multi-point inspection to replacement may also be needed if there is Special Application Services recommend when your vehicle may need reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. attention. . Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Your GM dealer can help determine when to Lubricate chassis components every oil The following list is intended to explain the replace the filter. change. services and conditions to look for that may (3) Do not directly power wash the transfer . Have underbody flushing service indicate services are required. case and/or front/rear axle output seals. performed. See "Underbody Maintenance" Battery High pressure water can overcome the seals in Exterior Care 0 323. and contaminate the transfer case fluid. The 12-volt battery supplies power to start Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the engine and operate any additional the transfer case and/or axles and should be electrical accessories. replaced. . To avoid break-down or failure to start (4) Or every five years, whichever comes the vehicle, maintain a battery with full first. See Cooling System 0 267. cranking power. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

338 Service and Maintenance . Trained dealer technicians have the Fluids . Signs that the headlamps need attention diagnostic equipment to test the battery include dimming, failure to light, cracking, Proper fluid levels and approved fluids and ensure that the connections and or damage. The brake lamps need to be protect the vehicle’s systems and cables are corrosion-free. checked periodically to ensure that they components. See Recommended Fluids and light when braking. Belts Lubricants 0 340 for GM approved fluids. . With a multi-point inspection, your dealer . Belts may need replacing if they squeak . Engine oil and windshield washer fluid can check the lamps and note any or show signs of cracking or splitting. levels should be checked at every fuel fill. concerns. . Trained dealer technicians have access to . Instrument cluster lights may come on to tools and equipment to inspect the belts indicate that fluids may be low and need Shocks and Struts and recommend adjustment or to be filled. Shocks and struts help aid in control for a replacement when necessary. Hoses smoother ride. Brakes . Signs of wear may include steering wheel Hoses transport fluids and should be vibration, bounce/sway while braking, Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to regularly inspected to ensure that there are longer stopping distance, or uneven safe driving. no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point tire wear. . Signs of brake wear may include chirping, inspection, your dealer can inspect the hoses grinding, or squealing noises, or difficulty and advise if replacement is needed. . As part of the multi-point inspection, stopping. trained dealer technicians can visually Lamps inspect the shocks and struts for signs of . Trained dealer technicians have access to Properly working headlamps, taillamps, and leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can tools and equipment to inspect the brakes brake lamps are important to see and be advise when service is needed. and recommend quality parts engineered seen on the road. for the vehicle. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Service and Maintenance 339 Tires Vehicle Care Windshield Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, To help keep the vehicle looking like new, For safety, appearance, and the best and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save vehicle care products are available from your viewing, keep the windshield clean and money and fuel, and can reduce the risk of dealer. For information on how to clean and clear. tire failure. protect the vehicle’s interior and exterior, . Signs of damage include scratches, cracks, 0 . Signs that the tires need to be replaced see Interior Care 327 and and chips. Exterior Care 0 323. include three or more visible treadwear . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the indicators; cord or fabric showing through Wheel Alignment windshield and recommend proper the rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or replacement if needed. sidewall; or a bulge or split in the tire. Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that the tires deliver optimal wear and Wiper Blades . Trained dealer technicians can inspect and performance. recommend the right tires. Your dealer Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in can also provide tire/wheel balancing . Signs that the alignment may need to be good condition to provide a clear view. adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle services to ensure smooth vehicle . Signs of wear include streaking, skipping operation at all speeds. Your dealer sells handling, or unusual tire wear. across the windshield, and worn or split and services name brand tires. . Your dealer has the required equipment rubber. to ensure proper wheel alignment. . Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

340 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name or specification, including fluids or lubricants not listed here, can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 267. Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 262. Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl or GC-LB. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube. See your dealer. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Service and Maintenance 341 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23321606 A3212C I2.0L L4 Engine 23321606 A3212C I2.5L L4 Engine 23321606 A3212C I3.6L V6 Engine Engine Oil Filter 55495105 PF66 I2.0L L4 Engine 12696048 PF64 I2.5L L4 Engine 12693541 UPF63R I3.6L V6 Engine Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Spark Plugs 55504354 41-103-IP I2.0L L4 Engine 12627160 41-115 I2.5L L4 Engine 12646780 41-130 I3.6L V6 Engine Wiper Blades 84586337 — IFront Driver – 60 cm (23.6 in) 84574892 — IFront Passenger – 45 cm (17.7 in) 84215609 — IRear – 30 cm (11.8 in) Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Service and Maintenance 343 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

344 Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification There may be a large barcode on the Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification certification label on the center pillar that Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 344 Number (VIN) you can scan for the following information: Service Parts Identification ...... 344 . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Data . Model designation Capacities and Specifications ...... 345 . Paint information Engine Drive Belt Routing ...... 348 . Production options If there is not a large barcode on this label, then you will find this same information in This legal identifier is in the front corner of the rear compartment, under the load floor, the instrument panel, on the driver side of inside the cargo storage shelf unit. the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) also appears on the Vehicle Certification label and certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See “Engine Specifications” under Capacities and Specifications 0 345 for the vehicle's engine code. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Technical Data 345 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 340 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System* 9.0 L 9.5 qt I2.0L L4 Engine 9.1 L 9.7 qt I2.5L L4 Engine 10.5 L 11.1 qt I3.6L V6 Engine Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

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Capacities Application Metric English Engine Oil with Filter 5.0 L 5.3 qt I2.0L L4 Engine 4.7 L 5.0 qt I2.5L L4 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt I3.6L V6 Engine Fuel Tank 73.4 L 19.4 gal IFWD 82.1 L 21.7 gal IAWD Transfer Case Fluid 1.0 L 1.0 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. *Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Technical Data 347 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2.0L L4 Engine (LSY) 4 Automatic 0.65–0.75 mm (0.026–0.030 in) 2.5L L4 Engine (LCV) A Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in) 3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) S Automatic 0.80–0.90 mm (0.031–0.035 in) Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

348 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing

3.6L V6 Engine 2.0L L4 Engine

2.5L L4 Engine Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Customer Information 349 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Customer Information Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . 358 Cybersecurity ...... 358 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Information Event Data Recorders ...... 359 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 349 OnStar ...... 359 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important Customer Assistance Offices ...... 351 Infotainment System ...... 359 to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, Customer Assistance for Text Telephone any concerns with the sales transaction or (TTY) Users ...... 351 the operation of the vehicle will be resolved Online Owner Center ...... 351 by your dealer's sales or service GM Mobility Reimbursement departments. Sometimes, however, despite Program ...... 352 the best intentions of all concerned, Roadside Assistance Program ...... 352 misunderstandings can occur. If your concern Scheduling Service Appointments ...... 353 has not been resolved to your satisfaction, Courtesy Transportation Program . . . . . 354 the following steps should be taken: Collision Damage Repair ...... 355 Publication Ordering Information ...... 356 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern with a Radio Frequency Statement ...... 357 member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved Reporting Safety Defects at that level. If the matter has already been Reporting Safety Defects to the United reviewed with the sales, service, or parts States Government ...... 357 manager, contact the owner of your Reporting Safety Defects to the dealership or the general manager. Canadian Government ...... 357 STEP TWO : If after contacting a member of Reporting Safety Defects to General dealership management, it appears your Motors ...... 358 concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the U.S., call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, call General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English), or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

350 Customer Information We encourage you to call the toll-free disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the STEP THREE — Canadian Owners : In the number in order to give your inquiry interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited event that you do not feel your concerns prompt attention. Have the following Warranty. Although you may be required to have been addressed after following the information available to give the Customer resort to this informal dispute resolution procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, Assistance representative: program prior to filing a court action, use of General Motors of Canada Company wants . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is the program is free of charge and your case you to be aware of its participation in a available from the vehicle registration or will generally be heard within 40 days. no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. title, or the plate at the top left of the If you do not agree with the decision given General Motors of Canada Company has instrument panel and visible through the in your case, you may reject it and proceed committed to binding arbitration of owner windshield. with any other venue for relief available disputes involving factory-related vehicle to you. service claims. The program provides for the . Dealership name and location. review of the facts involved by an impartial . Vehicle delivery date and present mileage. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or third party arbiter, and may include an When contacting Chevrolet, remember that write them at the following address: informal hearing before the arbiter. The your concern will likely be resolved at a program is designed so that the entire dealer's facility. That is why we suggest BBB Auto Line Program dispute settlement process, from the time following Step One first. BBB National Programs, Inc. you file your complaint to the final decision, 3033 Wilson Boulevard should be completed in about 70 days. We STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Both General Suite 600 believe our impartial program offers Motors and your dealer are committed to Arlington, VA 22201 advantages over courts in most jurisdictions making sure you are completely satisfied because it is informal, quick, and free of with your new vehicle. However, if you Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 charge. continue to remain unsatisfied after http://www.bbb.org/council/ following the procedure outlined in programs-services/ For further information concerning eligibility Steps One and Two, you can file with the dispute-handling-and-resolution/bbb-auto-line in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line This program is available in all 50 states and Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, Program to enforce your rights. the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), The BBB Auto Line Program is an by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write to: out-of-court program administered by BBB General Motors reserves the right to change National Programs, Inc. to settle automotive eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Customer Information 351 The Mediation/Arbitration Program Canada Online Owner Center c/o Customer Care Centre General Motors of Canada Company General Motors of Canada Company The Chevrolet Owner Center (U.S.) Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: Mail Code: CA1-163-005 CA1-163-005 my.chevrolet.com 1908 Colonel Sam Drive 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Learn more about your vehicle features, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 shop for and manage your connected Your inquiry should be accompanied by the www.gm.ca services and OnStar plans, and access Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). 1-800-263-3777 (English) diagnostic information specific to your vehicle. Customer Assistance Offices 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices Membership Benefits Chevrolet encourages customers to call the (TTYs)) E toll-free number for assistance. However, if a Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 : Download owner’s manuals and view customer wishes to write or e-mail vehicle-specific how-to videos. Overseas Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to: G : View maintenance schedules, alerts, and United States and Puerto Rico Please contact the local General Motors Vehicle Diagnostic Information. Schedule Business Unit. service appointments. Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center Customer Assistance for Text I : View service records from your P.O. Box 33170 Telephone (TTY) Users dealership and add your own. Detroit, MI 48232-5170 D : Select a preferred dealer and view www.Chevrolet.com To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use locations, maps, phone numbers, and hours. 1-800-222-1020 Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone Devices r : Track your vehicle’s warranty equipment available at its Customer information. (TTYs)) Assistance Center. Any TTY user in the U.S. Roadside Assistance: 1-800-243-8872 can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: J : View active recalls by Vehicle From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in Canada can dial Identification Number (VIN). See Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 0 344. 1-800-496-9994 1-800-263-3830. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

352 Customer Information H : Manage your profile and payment adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, . Location of the vehicle information. View your GM Rewards Card such as hand controls or a wheelchair/ . Model, year, color, and license plate earnings and My Chevrolet Rewards points. scooter lift for the vehicle. number of the vehicle F : Chat with online help representatives. To learn about the GM Mobility program, . Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification see www.gmmobility.com or call the GM Number (VIN), and delivery date of the Visit my.chevrolet.com and create an Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. vehicle account today. Text Telephone (TTY) users, call . Description of the problem 1-800-833-9935. Chevrolet Owner Centre (Canada) Coverage mychevrolet.ca General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca, or call Services are provided for the duration of the Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre at 1-800-GM-DRIVE (800-463-7483) for details. vehicle’s powertrain warranty. mychevrolet.ca (English) or my.chevrolet.ca TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. (French) to access similar benefits to the In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is U.S. site. covered. In Canada, a person driving the Roadside Assistance Program vehicle without permission from the owner GM Mobility Reimbursement For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call is not covered. Program 1-800-243-8872. (Text Telephone (TTY): Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New 1-888-889-2438.) Vehicle Limited Warranty. General Motors For Canadian-purchased vehicles, call North America and Chevrolet reserve the 1-800-268-6800. right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days time without notification. a year. General Motors North America and Chevrolet Calling for Assistance reserve the right to limit services or This program is available to qualified When calling Roadside Assistance, have the payment to an owner or driver if they applicants for cost reimbursement, up to following information ready: decide the claims are made too often, or the certain limits, of eligible aftermarket same type of claim is made many times. . Your name, home address, and home telephone number . Telephone number of your location Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Customer Information 353 Services Provided be reimbursed within the Powertrain . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of warranty period. Items considered are Must be over 150 km from where your enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the reasonable and customary hotel, meals, trip was started to qualify. nearest service station. rental car, or a vehicle being delivered Pre-authorization, original detailed back to the customer, up to 500 miles. receipts, and a copy of the repair orders . Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the are required. Once authorization has been vehicle if you are locked out. A remote Services Not Included in Roadside received, the Roadside Assistance advisor unlock may be available if you have Assistance will help to make arrangements and OnStar. For security reasons, the driver . Impound towing caused by violation of explain how to receive payment. must present identification before this any laws service is given. . Alternative Service: If assistance cannot . Legal fines be provided right away, the Roadside . Emergency Tow from a Public Road or . Mounting, dismounting, or changing of Assistance advisor may give permission to Highway: Tow to the nearest Chevrolet get local emergency road service. You will dealer for warranty service, or if the snow tires, chains, or other traction devices receive payment, up to $100, after vehicle was in a crash and cannot be sending the original receipt to Roadside driven. Assistance is not given when the Service is not provided if a vehicle is in an Assistance. Mechanical failures may be vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, area that is not accessible to the service covered, however any cost for parts and or snow. vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or labor for repairs not covered by the . Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat maintained public road, which includes ice warranty are the owner responsibility. tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, and winter roads. Off-road use is not if equipped, must be in good condition covered. Scheduling Service Appointments and properly inflated. It is the owner's When the vehicle requires warranty service, responsibility for the repair or Services Specific to Canadian-Purchased contact your dealer and request an replacement of the tire if it is not covered Vehicles appointment. By scheduling a service by the warranty. . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement is up to appointment and advising the service . Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start 7 liters. Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service. consultant of your transportation needs, a dead battery. your dealer can help minimize your . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is inconvenience. If your trip is interrupted due to a required. warranty event, incidental expenses may Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

354 Customer Information If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the Owner Assistance Information” furnished Courtesy Rental Vehicle service department immediately, keep with each new vehicle provides detailed For an overnight warranty repair, the dealer driving it until it can be scheduled for warranty coverage information. may provide an available courtesy rental service, unless, of course, the problem is Transportation Options vehicle or provide for reimbursement of a safety related. If it is, please call your rental vehicle. Reimbursement is limited and dealership, let them know this, and ask for Warranty service can generally be must be supported by original receipts as instructions. completed while you wait. However, if you well as a signed and completed rental If your dealer requests you to bring the are unable to do so, your dealer may offer agreement and meet state/provincial, local, vehicle for service, you are urged to do so the following transportation options: and rental vehicle provider requirements. as early in the work day as possible to Shuttle Service Requirements vary and may include allow for same-day repair. minimum age requirements, insurance This includes one-way or round-trip shuttle coverage, credit card, etc. Additional fees Courtesy Transportation Program service within reasonable time and distance such as fuel, rental vehicle insurance, taxes, parameters of your dealer's area. To enhance your ownership experience, we levies, usage fees, excessive mileage, and our participating dealers are proud to Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement or rental usage beyond the completion of offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer If overnight warranty repairs are needed, the repair are also your responsibility. support program for vehicles with the and public transportation is used, the It may not be possible to provide a like Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage expense must be supported by original vehicle as a courtesy rental. period in Canada), extended powertrain, receipts and within the maximum amount and/or hybrid-specific warranties in both the allowed by GM. If U.S. customers arrange Additional Program Information U.S. and Canada. their own transportation, limited All program options, such as shuttle service, Several Courtesy Transportation options are reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may not be available at every dealer. available to assist in reducing inconvenience may be available. Claim amounts should Contact your dealer for specific availability. when warranty repairs are required. reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. See your dealer for General Motors reserves the right to Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the information. unilaterally modify, change, or discontinue New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate Courtesy Transportation at any time and to manual entitled “Limited Warranty and resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Customer Information 355 Collision Damage Repair appearance and safety performance; Insuring the Vehicle however, the history of these parts is not Protect your investment in the GM vehicle If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it known. Such parts are not covered by the with comprehensive and collision insurance is damaged, have the damage repaired by a GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any coverage. There are significant differences in qualified technician using the proper related failures are not covered by that the quality of coverage afforded by various equipment and quality replacement parts. warranty. Poorly performed collision repairs diminish insurance policy terms. Many insurance the vehicle resale value, and safety Aftermarket collision parts are also available. policies provide reduced protection to the performance can be compromised in These are made by companies other than GM vehicle by limiting compensation for subsequent collisions. GM and may not have been tested for the damage repairs through the use of vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance Collision Parts poorly, exhibit premature durability/ companies will not specify aftermarket Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts corrosion problems, and may not perform collision parts. When purchasing insurance, made with the same materials and properly in subsequent collisions. we recommend that you ensure that the construction methods as the parts with Aftermarket parts are not covered by the vehicle will be repaired with GM original which the vehicle was originally built. GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment collision parts. If such insurance Genuine GM Collision parts are the best vehicle failure related to such parts is not coverage is not available from your current choice to ensure that the vehicle's designed covered by that warranty. insurance carrier, consider switching to another insurance carrier. appearance, durability, and safety are Repair Facility preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can If the vehicle is leased, the leasing company help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited GM also recommends that you choose a may require you to have insurance that Warranty. collision repair facility that meets your ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original needs before you ever need collision repairs. Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Recycled original equipment parts may also Your dealer may have a collision repair be used for repair. These parts are typically Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts. center with GM-trained technicians and Read the lease carefully, as you may be removed from vehicles that were total losses state-of-the-art equipment, or be able to in prior crashes. In most cases, the parts charged at the end of the lease for poor recommend a collision repair center that has quality repairs. being recycled are from undamaged sections GM-trained technicians and comparable of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment equipment. GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain the vehicle's originally designed Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

356 Customer Information If a Crash Occurs Choose a reputable repair facility that uses vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts, quality replacement parts. See “Collision even if your insurance coverage does not If there has been an injury, call emergency Parts” earlier in this section. pay the full cost. services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You If another party's insurance company is care of. Move the vehicle only if its position See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 54. paying for the repairs, you are not obligated puts you in danger, or you are instructed to to accept a repair valuation based on that move it by a police officer. Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair insurance company's collision policy repair Process limits, as you have no contractual limits Give only the necessary information to with that company. In such cases, you can police and other parties involved in the In the event that the vehicle requires have control of the repair and parts choices crash. damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have as long as the cost stays within reasonable For emergency towing see Roadside a pre-determined repair facility of choice, limits. Assistance Program 0 352. take the vehicle there, or have it towed Publication Ordering Information Gather the following information: there. Specify to the facility that any . Driver name, address, and telephone required replacement collision parts be Service Manuals number original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM Service manuals have the diagnosis and . Driver license number parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be repair information on the engine, . Owner name, address, and telephone covered by the GM vehicle warranty. transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, number electrical system, steering system, body, etc. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but . Vehicle license plate number you must live with the repair. Depending on Customer Literature . Vehicle make, model, and model year your policy limits, your insurance company Owner’s manuals are written specifically for . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) may initially value the repair using owners and are intended to provide basic aftermarket parts. Discuss this with the . Insurance company and policy number operational information about the vehicle. repair professional, and insist on Genuine . General description of the damage to the The owner’s manual includes the GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is other vehicle Maintenance Schedule for all models. leased, you may be obligated to have the Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Customer Information 357 Customer literature publications available for Science and Economic Development (ISED) If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it purchase include owner’s manuals, warranty Canada's license-exempt RSS(s) / RSP-100 / may open an investigation, and if it manuals, and portfolios. Portfolios include an ICES-GEN. finds that a safety defect exists in a owner’s manual, warranty manual, Operation is subject to the following two group of vehicles, it may order a recall if applicable, and zip lock bag or pouch. conditions: and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA Current and Past Models 1. The device may not cause harmful cannot become involved in individual Service manuals and customer literature are interference. problems between you, your dealer, available for many current and past model 2. The device must accept any interference or General Motors. year GM vehicles. received, including interference that may To contact NHTSA, you may call the cause undesired operation of the device. To order, call 1-800-551-4123 Monday–Friday, Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. eastern time Changes or modifications to any of these 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go systems by other than an authorized service For credit card orders only (VISA, to http://www.safercar.gov; or facility could void authorization to use this write to: MasterCard, or Discover), see Helm, Inc. at: equipment. www.helminc.com. Administrator, NHTSA To order by mail, write to: Reporting Safety Defects 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Helm, Incorporated Washington, D.C. 20590 Attention: Customer Service Reporting Safety Defects to the You can also obtain other information 47911 Halyard Drive United States Government about motor vehicle safety from Plymouth, MI 48170 If you believe that your vehicle has a http://www.safercar.gov. Make checks payable in U.S. funds. defect which could cause a crash or Reporting Safety Defects to the Radio Frequency Statement could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Canadian Government This vehicle uses license-exempt transmitters Highway Traffic Safety Administration / receivers / systems that operate on a If you live in Canada, and you believe radio frequency that complies with Part 15/ (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General that the vehicle has a safety defect, Part 18 of the Federal Communications Motors. notify Transport Canada immediately, Commission (FCC) rules and with Innovation, Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

358 Customer Information and notify General Motors of Canada General Motors of Canada Company or average speed. These modules may retain Company. Call Transport Canada at Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: personal preferences, such as radio presets, 1-800-333-0510; go to: CA1-163-005 seat positions, and temperature settings. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English) Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Cybersecurity www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French) In Mexico, call 800-466-0811 or GM collects information about the use of or write to: 800-508-0000. your vehicle including operational and safety related information. We collect this In other Central America and Caribbean Transport Canada information to provide, evaluate, improve, Countries, call 52-555-901-2369. Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate and troubleshoot our products and services Defect Investigations and Recalls and to develop new products and services. Division Vehicle Data Recording and The protection of vehicle electronics systems 80 Noel Street Privacy and customer data from unauthorized Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 outside electronic access or control is The vehicle has a number of computers that important to GM. GM maintains appropriate Reporting Safety Defects to record information about the vehicle’s security standards, practices, guidelines and performance and how it is driven or used. controls aimed at defending the vehicle and General Motors For example, the vehicle uses computer the vehicle service ecosystem against In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport modules to monitor and control engine and unauthorized electronic access, detecting Canada) in a situation like this, notify transmission performance, to monitor the possible malicious activity in related General Motors. conditions for airbag deployment and networks, and responding to suspected deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to cybersecurity incidents in a timely, In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1020, or write: provide antilock braking to help the driver coordinated and effective manner. Security Chevrolet Motor Division control the vehicle. These modules may incidents could impact your safety or Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center store data to help the dealer technician compromise your private data. To minimize P.O. Box 33170 service the vehicle or to help GM improve security risks, please do not connect your Detroit, MI 48232-5170 safety or features. Some modules may also vehicle electronic systems to unauthorized In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or store data about how the vehicle is devices or connect your vehicle to any 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: operated, such as rate of fuel consumption unknown or untrusted networks (such as Bluetooth, WIFI or similar technology). In Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Customer Information 359 the event you suspect any security incident Note others for research purposes, where a need impacting your data or the safe operation of EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only is shown and the data is not tied to a your vehicle, please stop operating your if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no specific vehicle or vehicle owner. vehicle and contact your dealer. data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data OnStar Event Data Recorders (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and This vehicle is equipped with an event data are recorded. However, other parties, such has an active service plan, additional data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR as law enforcement, could combine the EDR may be collected and transmitted through is to record, in certain crash or near data with the type of personally identifying the OnStar system. This includes information crash-like situations, such as an air bag data routinely acquired during a crash about the vehicle’s operation; collisions deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data investigation. involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle that will assist in understanding how a To read data recorded by an EDR, special and its features, including infotainment; and vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is equipment is required, and access to the the location and approximate GPS speed of designed to record data related to vehicle vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle. Refer to the OnStar Terms and dynamics and safety systems for a short the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such Conditions and Privacy Statement on the period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. as law enforcement, that have the special OnStar website. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record equipment, can read the information if they See OnStar Additional Information 0 361. such data as: have access to the vehicle or the EDR. . How various systems in your vehicle were GM will not access these data or share it Infotainment System operating; with others except: with the consent of the If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation . Whether or not the driver and passenger vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, system as part of the infotainment system, safety belts were buckled/fastened; with the consent of the lessee; in response use of the system may result in the storage . How far (if at all) the driver was to an official request by police or similar of destinations, addresses, telephone depressing the accelerator and/or brake government office; as part of GM's defense numbers, and other trip information. See the pedal; and, of litigation through the discovery process; infotainment section for information on . How fast the vehicle was traveling. or, as required by law. Data that GM collects stored data and for deletion instructions. or receives may also be used for GM These data can help provide a better research needs or may be made available to understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

360 OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to OnStar the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: OnStar Overview . Solid Green: System is ready. OnStar Overview ...... 360 . Flashing Green: On a call. . Red: Indicates a problem. OnStar Services Q Emergency ...... 361 . Off: System is off. Press twice to Security ...... 361 speak with an OnStar Advisor. Q OnStar Additional Information = Voice Command Button Press or call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor. OnStar Additional Information ...... 361 Q Blue OnStar Button Functionality of the Voice Command button > Red Emergency Button may vary by vehicle and region. This vehicle may be equipped with a Press = to: comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can . Open the OnStar app on the infotainment connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, display. See OnStar System 0 141 for Security, Navigation, Connections, and information on how to use the Diagnostics Services. OnStar services may OnStar app. require a paid service plan and data plan. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and Or electrical system, cellular service, and GPS . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice satellite signals to be available and commands. operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi hotspot emergency service providers. OnStar may name or SSID and password, if equipped. collect information about you and your Q vehicle, including location information. See Press to connect to an Advisor to: OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement, and . Verify account information or update Software Terms for more details including contact information. system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) . Get driving directions. or www.onstar.ca (Canada). Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

OnStar 361 . Receive a Diagnostic check of the vehicle's With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially trained Theft Alarm Notification key operating systems. Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days If equipped, if the doors are locked and the a week, to provide a central point of . Receive Roadside Assistance. vehicle alarm sounds, a notification by text, contact, assistance, and information during a . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, if equipped. e-mail, or phone call will be sent. If the crisis. Press > to get a priority connection to an vehicle is stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can OnStar Advisor available 24/7 to: with authorities to recover the vehicle. locate a nearby service provider to help with . Get help for an emergency. a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty OnStar Additional . Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an gas tank. AMBER Alert. Information . Get assistance in severe weather or other Security In-Vehicle Audio Messages crisis situations and find evacuation If equipped, OnStar provides these services: routes. . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, OnStar Audio messages may play important Advisors can use GPS to pinpoint the information at the following times: OnStar Services vehicle and help authorities quickly . Prior to vehicle purchase. Press Q to set recover it. up an account. Emergency . With Remote Ignition Block, if equipped, . After change in ownership and at Emergency Services require an active safety OnStar can block the engine from being 90 days. and security plan. With Automatic Crash restarted. Transferring Service Response, built-in sensors can automatically . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, alert a specially trained OnStar Advisor who if equipped, OnStar can work with law Press Q to request account transfer is immediately connected in to the vehicle enforcement to gradually slow the eligibility information. The Advisor can to help. vehicle down. cancel or change account information. Press > for a priority connection to an Selling/Transferring the Vehicle OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers, direct them to your exact Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) location, and relay important information. immediately to terminate your OnStar or connected services if the vehicle is disposed of, sold, transferred, or if the lease ends. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

362 OnStar Reactivation for Subsequent Owners technology compatible with OnStar or . Provide directions to the closest hospital connected services. Service involving location or pharmacy in urgent situations. Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to information about the vehicle cannot work an Advisor as soon as possible. The Advisor unless GPS signals are available, TTY Users will update vehicle records and explain unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar has the ability to communicate to OnStar or connected service options. OnStar hardware. OnStar or connected deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired How OnStar Service Works services may not work if the OnStar customers while in the vehicle. The available equipment is not properly installed or it has dealer-installed TTY system can provide Automatic Crash Response, Emergency not been properly maintained. If equipment in-vehicle access to all OnStar services, Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle or software is added, connected, except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Assistance, Remote Services, and Roadside or modified, OnStar or connected services Turn-by-Turn Navigation. Assistance are available on most vehicles. may not work. Other problems beyond the If equipped, TTY mode can be turned on or Not all OnStar services are available control of OnStar — such as hills, tall off by touching Settings, then Apps, and everywhere or on all vehicles. For more buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system then Phone. When TTY mode is on, phone information, a full description of OnStar design and architecture of the vehicle, calls can be made or received with OnStar services, system limitations, and OnStar User damage to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless using the infotainment display. Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software phone network congestion or jamming — Terms: may prevent service. OnStar Personal Identification . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). See Radio Frequency Statement 0 357. Number (PIN) . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). Services for People with Disabilities A PIN is needed to access some OnStar . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). services. The PIN will need to be changed . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Advisors provide services to help with the first time when speaking with an . Press Q to speak with an Advisor. physical disabilities and medical conditions. Advisor. To change the OnStar PIN, contact an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling OnStar or connected services cannot work Press Q to help: 1-888-4ONSTAR. unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar . Locate a gas station with an attendant to has an agreement with a wireless service pump gas. Warranty provider for service in that area. The . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., that meets OnStar equipment may be warranted as part wireless service provider must also have accessibility needs. coverage, network capacity, reception, and of the vehicle warranty. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

OnStar 363 Languages A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of Add-on Electrical Equipment the ability to send a Turn-by-Turn The vehicle can be programmed to respond The OnStar system is integrated into the Navigation route. The Advisor may give a electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not in multiple languages. Press Q and ask for verbal route or may ask for a call back after add any electrical equipment. See Add-On an Advisor. Advisors are available in English, the vehicle is driven into an open area. Spanish, and French. Available languages Electrical Equipment 0 252. Added electrical may vary by country. Cellular and GPS Antennas equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not Potential Issues Cellular reception is required for OnStar to operate. send remote signals to the vehicle. Do not OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock place items over or near the antenna to Vehicle Software Updates or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal OnStar or GM may remotely deliver has been off continuously for 10 days reception. without an ignition cycle. If the vehicle has software updates or changes to the vehicle not been started for 10 days, OnStar can Unable to Connect to OnStar Message without further notice or consent. These updates or changes may enhance or contact Roadside Assistance or a locksmith If there is limited cellular coverage or the to help gain access to the vehicle. maintain safety, security, or the operation cellular network has reached maximum of the vehicle or the vehicle systems. Global Positioning System (GPS) capacity, this message may come on. Press Software updates or changes may affect or . Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a Q to try the call again or try again after erase data or settings that are stored in the large city with tall buildings; in parking driving a few miles into another vehicle, such as saved navigation garages; around airports; in tunnels and cellular area. destinations or pre-set radio stations. underpasses; or in an area with very Vehicle and Power Issues Neither OnStar nor GM is responsible for dense trees. If GPS signals are not any affected or erased data or settings. available, the OnStar system should still OnStar services require a vehicle electrical These updates or changes may also collect operate to call OnStar. However, OnStar system, wireless service, and GPS satellite personal information. Such collection is could have difficulty identifying the exact technologies to be available and operating described in the OnStar privacy statement or location. for features to function properly. These separately disclosed at the time of . In emergency situations, OnStar can use systems may not operate if the battery is installation. These updates or changes may the last stored GPS location to send to discharged or disconnected. also cause a system to automatically emergency responders. communicate with GM servers to collect information about vehicle system status, Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

364 OnStar identify whether updates or changes are for a period of three years after our last available, or deliver updates or changes. An shipment of this product. This offer is valid active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to anyone in receipt of this information. to these software updates or changes and *Provided through LG Electronics Inc., who is agreement that either OnStar or GM may solely responsible for provisions of related remotely deliver them to the vehicle. OSS compliance. Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www.onstar.com (U.S.), or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We recommend that you review it. If you have any questions, call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or press Q to speak with an Advisor. Users of wireless communications are cautioned that the privacy of any information sent via wireless cellular communications cannot be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept or access transmissions and private communications without consent. OnStar - Software Acknowledgements To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers, and copyright notices are available for download. This offer is valid Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Connected Services 365 Connected Services 2. Say “Cancel route.” System responds: Connected Services “Do you want to cancel directions?” Connected Services Navigation 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, request completed, thank you, goodbye.” Navigation ...... 365 Navigation requires a specific OnStar or Connections ...... 366 connected service plan. Route Preview Diagnostics ...... 367 Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn directions 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar or have them sent to the vehicle’s ready,” then a tone. navigation screen, if equipped. 2. Say “Route preview.” System responds with the next three maneuvers. Turn-by-Turn Navigation Repeat 1. Press Q to connect to an Advisor. 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar 2. Request directions to be downloaded to ready,” then a tone. the vehicle. 2. Say “Repeat.” System responds with the 3. Follow the voice-guided commands. last direction given, then responds with Using Voice Commands During a “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Planned Route Get My Destination Functionality of the Voice Command button, 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar if equipped, may vary by vehicle and region. ready,” then a tone. For some vehicles, press = to open the 2. Say “Get my destination.” System OnStar app on the infotainment display. For responds with the address and distance other vehicles press = as follows. to the destination, then responds with Cancel Route “OnStar ready,” then a tone. 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar Send Destination to Vehicle ready,” then a tone. Directions can be sent to the vehicle’s navigation screen, if equipped. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

366 Connected Services Press Q, then ask the Advisor to download Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Wi-Fi directions to the vehicle’s navigation system, The vehicle may have a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot will connect automatically to your if equipped. After the call ends, the hotspot that provides access to the Internet mobile devices. Manage data usage by navigation screen will provide prompts to and web content at 4G LTE speed. Up to turning Wi-Fi on or off on your mobile begin driving directions. Routes that are sent seven mobile devices can be connected. device, using the myChevrolet mobile app, to the navigation screen can only be A data plan is required. Use the in-vehicle or by contacting an OnStar Advisor. On canceled through the navigation system. controls only when it is safe to do so. some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be managed from the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot information, (Canada). press = to open the OnStar app on the MyChevrolet Mobile App (If Available) infotainment display, then select Wi-Fi Download the myChevrolet mobile app to Connections Hotspot. On some vehicles, touch Wi-Fi compatible Apple and Android smartphones. The following services help with staying or Wi-Fi Settings on the screen. Chevrolet users can access the following connected. 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display the Wi-Fi services from a smartphone: For coverage maps, see www.onstar.com hotspot name (SSID), password, and on . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). some vehicles, the connection type (no if factory-equipped. Internet connection, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE), and . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped with Ensuring Security signal quality (poor, good, excellent). The automatic locks. . Change the default passwords for the LTE icon shows connection to Wi-Fi. It is . Activate the horn and lamps. Wi-Fi hotspot and myChevrolet mobile possible that the icon may not illuminate . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil life, application. Make these passwords even though the vehicle has an active or tire pressure, if factory-equipped with different from each other and use a connection. the Tire Pressure Monitor System. combination of letters and numbers to 3. To change the SSID or password, press increase the security. . Send destinations to the vehicle. Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect . Change the default name of the SSID . Locate the vehicle on a map (U.S. with an Advisor. On some vehicles, the (Service Set Identifier). This is your market only). SSID and password can be changed in network’s name that is visible to other the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot on/off, wireless devices. Choose a unique name manage settings, and monitor data and avoid family names or vehicle consumption, if equipped. descriptions. . Locate a dealer and schedule service. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Connected Services 367 . Request Roadside Assistance. Diagnostics . Set a parking reminder with pin drop, take a photo, make a note, and set a By monitoring and reporting on the vehicle's timer. key systems, OnStar Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped, provides a way to keep up on . Connect with Chevrolet on social media. maintenance. Capabilities vary by model. Features are subject to change. For See www.onstar.com for details and system myChevrolet mobile app information and limitations. Features are subject to change. compatibility, see my.chevrolet.com. For updates on feature capabilities, see An active OnStar or connected service plan my.chevrolet.com. Message and data rates may be required. A compatible device, may apply. factory-installed remote start, and power locks are required. Data rates apply. See www.onstar.com for details and system limitations. Remote Services Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock the doors or sound the horn and flash the lamps. Marketplace OnStar Advisors can provide offers from restaurants and retailers on your route, help locate hotels, or book a room. These services vary by market. Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

368 Index A Airbags Index Accessories and Modifications ...... 254 Adding Equipment to the Vehicle ...... 59 Accessory Power ...... 205 Passenger Status Indicator ...... 99 Active Fuel Management ...... 206 Readiness Light ...... 98 Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 217 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles ...... 58 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...... 252 System Check ...... 50 Additional Information Alarm OnStar ...... 361 Vehicle Security ...... 23 Additional Maintenance and Care ...... 337 Alert Adjustments Lane Change ...... 236 Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 36 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 236 Agreements All-Season Tires ...... 288 Trademarks and License ...... 173 All-Wheel Drive ...... 210, 275 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 265 AM-FM Radio ...... 134 Air Conditioning ...... 182 Antenna Air Filter Multi-band ...... 137 Life System ...... 265 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...... 210 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ...... 186 Warning Light ...... 102 Air Vents ...... 186 Appearance Care Airbag System Exterior ...... 323 Check ...... 59 Interior ...... 327 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...... 54 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ...... 163 Passenger Sensing System ...... 55 Armrest Storage ...... 77 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ...... 54 Assistance Program, Roadside ...... 352 What Will You See after an Airbag Assistance Systems for Driving ...... 230 Inflates? ...... 54 Assistance Systems for Parking and When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...... 53 Backing ...... 227 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 52 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Index 369 Audio Brake (cont'd) Capacities and Specifications ...... 345 Bluetooth ...... 140 Parking, Electric ...... 211 Carbon Monoxide Auto Stop System Warning Light ...... 101 Engine Exhaust ...... 207 Stop/Start System ...... 203 Brakes ...... 273 Liftgate ...... 18 Automatic Antilock ...... 210 Winter Driving ...... 195 Dimming Mirrors ...... 26 Assist ...... 212 Cargo Door Locks ...... 17 Fluid ...... 273 Management System ...... 79 Emergency Braking (AEB) ...... 232 Braking ...... 189 Tie-Downs ...... 78 Headlamp System ...... 123 Automatic Emergency (AEB) ...... 232 Caution, Danger, and Warning ...... 2 Transmission ...... 207 Braking System Center Console Storage ...... 77 Transmission Fluid ...... 265 Front Pedestrian (FPB) ...... 234 Chains, Tire ...... 305 Automatic Transmission Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 200 Charging Manual Mode ...... 209 Bulb Replacement Wireless ...... 87 Shift Lock Control Function Check ...... 275 Back-up Lamps ...... 278 Charging System Light ...... 100 Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices ...... 137 Headlamp Aiming ...... 278 Check Headlamps ...... 278 B Engine Light (Malfunction High Intensity Discharge (HID) Indicator) ...... 100 Battery Lighting ...... 278 Child Restraints Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...... 127 Buying New Tires ...... 302 Infants and Young Children ...... 61 Load Management ...... 126 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Power Protection ...... 127 C Children ...... 66 Battery - North America ...... 274, 318 Calibration ...... 85 Older Children ...... 60 Blade Replacement, Wiper ...... 276 California Securing ...... 72, 73 Bluetooth Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . 254 Systems ...... 63 Overview ...... 159 California Proposition Circuit Breakers ...... 280 Bluetooth Audio ...... 140 65 Warning ...... 254, 274, 318, Cleaning Brake Back Cover Exterior Care ...... 323 Electric Boost ...... 210 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 1 Interior Care ...... 327 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

370 Index Climate Control Systems Courtesy Transportation Program ...... 354 Dome Lamps ...... 125 Dual Automatic ...... 182 Coverage Explanations ...... 153 Door Clock ...... 86 Cruise Control ...... 215 Ajar Light ...... 107 Cluster, Instrument ...... 90, 93 Light ...... 107 Delayed Locking ...... 16 Collision Damage Repair ...... 355 Cruise Control, Adaptive ...... 217 Locks ...... 14 Compact Spare Tire ...... 317 Customer Assistance ...... 351 Power Locks ...... 16 Compartments Offices ...... 351 Drive Belt Routing, Engine ...... 348 Storage ...... 76 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...... 351 Drive Systems Compass ...... 85 Customer Information All-Wheel Drive ...... 210, 275 Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant ...... 307 Publications Ordering Information . . . . . 356 Driver Connected Services Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 349 Teen ...... 171 Connections ...... 366 Cybersecurity ...... 358 Driver Assistance Systems ...... 225 Diagnostics ...... 367 D Driver Information Center (DIC) ...... 107, 110 Navigation ...... 365 Driver Mode Control ...... 214 Damage Repair, Collision ...... 355 Connections Driving Danger, Warning, and Caution ...... 2 Connected Services ...... 366 Assistance Systems ...... 230 Data Collection Control Better Fuel Economy ...... 188 Infotainment System ...... 359 Traction and Electronic Stability ...... 213 Characteristics and Towing Tips ...... 242 OnStar ...... 359 Control of a Vehicle ...... 189 Defensive ...... 188 Data Recorders, Event ...... 359 Controls Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 195 Database Coverage Explanations ...... 153 Steering Wheel ...... 130 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 196 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 123 Convex Mirrors ...... 25 Impaired ...... 189 Defensive Driving ...... 188 Coolant Loss of Control ...... 191 Delayed Locking ...... 16 Engine Temperature Gauge ...... 96 Off-Road ...... 191 Destination ...... 146 Engine Temperature Warning Light . . . . 105 Off-Road Recovery ...... 190 Diagnostics Cooling ...... 182 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 197 Connected Services ...... 367 Cooling System ...... 267 Wet Roads ...... 194 Distracted Driving ...... 188 Courtesy Lamps ...... 125 Winter ...... 195 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Index 371 Dual Automatic Climate Control Engine (cont'd) Fluid System ...... 182 Oil Pressure Light ...... 105 Automatic Transmission ...... 265 Overheating ...... 271 E Brakes ...... 273 Power Messages ...... 113 Washer ...... 272 Electric Brake Boost ...... 210 Running While Parked ...... 207 Folding Mirrors ...... 26 Electric Parking Brake ...... 211 Starting ...... 202 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . 230 Electric Parking Brake Light ...... 102 Engine Air Filter Life System ...... 265 Frequency Statement Electrical Equipment, Add-On ...... 252 Engine Oil Radio ...... 357 Electrical System Temperature Gauge ...... 96 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 280 Entry Lighting ...... 126 System ...... 234 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 280 Equipment, Towing ...... 248 Front Seats Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...... 284 Event Data Recorders ...... 359 Adjustment ...... 35 Overload ...... 279 Exit Lighting ...... 126 Heated and Ventilated ...... 40 Rear Compartment Fuse Block ...... 285 Extended Parking ...... 206 Fuel Emergency Extender, Seat Belt ...... 49 Additives ...... 240 OnStar ...... 361 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 121 Economy, Driving for Better ...... 188 Engine Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...... 122 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...... 241 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 265 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...... 127 Filling the Tank ...... 240 Check Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . 100 Foreign Countries ...... 240 Compartment Overview ...... 257 F Gauge ...... 95 Coolant Temperature Gauge ...... 96 Filter, Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 106 Coolant Temperature Warning Engine Air Cleaner ...... 265 Management, Active ...... 206 Light ...... 105 Flash-to-Pass ...... 123 Prohibited Fuels ...... 239 Cooling System ...... 267 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 124 Recommended ...... 239 Drive Belt Routing ...... 348 Flat Tire ...... 306 Top Tier ...... 239 Exhaust ...... 207 Changing ...... 313 Fuses Heater ...... 203 Floor Mats ...... 329 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 280 Oil Life System ...... 264 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 280 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

372 Index Fuses (cont'd) H Hood ...... 255 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...... 284 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 124 Hooks Rear Compartment Fuse Block ...... 285 HD Radio Technology ...... 135 Shopping Bag ...... 78 G Head Restraints ...... 33 Horn ...... 84 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly ...... 45 Garage Door Opener ...... 117 Headlamps HVAC ...... 182 Programming ...... 117 Aiming ...... 278 Gas Strut(s) ...... 277 Automatic ...... 123 I Gauges Bulb Replacement ...... 278 If the System Needs Service ...... 153 Engine Coolant Temperature ...... 96 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 123 Ignition Positions ...... 200 Engine Oil Temperature ...... 96 Flash-to-Pass ...... 123 Immobilizer ...... 24 Fuel ...... 95 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Indicator Odometer ...... 94 Lighting ...... 278 Pedestrian Ahead ...... 104 Speedometer ...... 94 High-Beam On Light ...... 106 Vehicle Ahead ...... 103 Tachometer ...... 95 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 122 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . .61 Trip Odometer ...... 95 Lamps On Reminder ...... 107 Information Voltmeter ...... 97 Heated Publication Ordering ...... 356 Warning Lights and Indicators ...... 89 Rear Seats ...... 44 Infotainment System ...... 359 General Information Steering Wheel ...... 83 Instrument Cluster ...... 90, 93 Service and Maintenance ...... 331 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats ...... 40 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 4 Towing ...... 242 Heated Mirrors ...... 26 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 26 Vehicle Care ...... 254 Heater Introduction ...... 1, 128 Global Positioning System (GPS) ...... 152 Engine ...... 203 J Glove Box ...... 76 Heating ...... 182 Jump Starting - North America ...... 318 GM Mobility Reimbursement High Voltage Devices and Wiring ...... 279 Program ...... 352 High-Beam On Light ...... 106 K Guidance High-Speed Operation ...... 295 Keyless Entry Problems with the Route ...... 153 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 195 Remote (RKE) System ...... 7 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 212 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Index 373 Keys...... 6 Lighting (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Illumination Control ...... 124 Traction Control System L LED ...... 278 (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 104 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 289 Lights Traction Off ...... 104 Lamps Airbag Readiness ...... 98 Locks Courtesy ...... 125 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Automatic Door ...... 17 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 123 Warning ...... 102 Delayed Locking ...... 16 Dome ...... 125 Brake System Warning ...... 101 Door ...... 14 Exterior Controls ...... 121 Charging System ...... 100 Lockout Protection ...... 17 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...... 122 Check Engine (Malfunction Power Door ...... 16 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...... 127 Indicator) ...... 100 Safety ...... 17 Malfunction Indicator (Check Cruise Control ...... 107 Loss of Control ...... 191 Engine) ...... 100 Door Ajar ...... 107 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 106 On Reminder ...... 107 Electric Parking Brake ...... 102 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Reading ...... 125 Engine Coolant Temperature Children (LATCH System) ...... 66 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 236 Warning ...... 105 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 36 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 237 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 105 Front Seats ...... 36 Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 103 Flash-to-Pass ...... 123 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 46 M High-Beam On ...... 106 LATCH System Maintenance High/Low Beam Changer ...... 122 Replacing Parts after a Crash ...... 71 Records ...... 343 Lane Keep Assist ...... 103 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Maintenance and Care Low Fuel Warning ...... 106 Children ...... 66 Additional ...... 337 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 98 LED Lighting ...... 278 Maintenance Schedule ...... 332 Security ...... 106 Liftgate ...... 18 Recommended Fluids and Service Electric Parking Brake ...... 102 Lighting Lubricants ...... 340 StabiliTrak OFF ...... 104 Entry ...... 126 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 100 Tire Pressure ...... 105 Exit ...... 126 Manual Mode ...... 209 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 103 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

374 Index Map Data Updates ...... 153 N Overheating, Engine ...... 271 Maps ...... 145 Navigation Overview ...... 129 Media Connected Services ...... 365 Instrument Panel ...... 4 Avoiding Untrusted Devices ...... 137 Destination ...... 146 P Memory Seats ...... 38 Using the System ...... 142 Park Messages Navigation Symbols ...... 145 Shifting Into ...... 205 Engine Power ...... 113 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 200 Shifting Out of ...... 205 Vehicle ...... 113 O Park Assist ...... 227 Vehicle Speed ...... 113 Odometer ...... 94 Parking Mirror Trip ...... 95 Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Rear Camera ...... 26 Off-Road ...... 191 Check ...... 275 Mirrors Driving ...... 191 Extended ...... 206 Automatic Dimming ...... 26 Recovery ...... 190 Over Things That Burn ...... 206 Automatic Dimming Rearview ...... 26 Oil Parking or Backing Convex ...... 25 Engine ...... 262 Assistance Systems ...... 227 Folding ...... 26 Engine Oil Life System ...... 264 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...... 99 Heated ...... 26 Pressure Light ...... 105 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 186 Manual Rearview ...... 26 Older Children, Restraints ...... 60 Passenger Sensing System ...... 55 Power ...... 25 Online Owner Center ...... 351 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator ...... 104 Tilt in Reverse ...... 26 OnStar ...... 359 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 26 OnStar Additional Information ...... 361 California ...... 254 Mode ...... 214 OnStar Emergency ...... 361 Personalization Driver Control ...... 214 OnStar Overview ...... 360 Vehicle ...... 113 Monitor System, Tire Pressure ...... 296 OnStar Security ...... 361 Phone Multi-band Antenna ...... 137 OnStar System ...... 141, 151 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ...... 163 Outlets Bluetooth ...... 159 Power ...... 86 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Index 375 Port Radio Data System (RDS) ...... 136 Replacement Parts USB ...... 137 Radio Frequency Statement ...... 357 Airbags ...... 60 Positioning Radio Reception ...... 137 Maintenance ...... 341 Vehicle ...... 152 Radios Replacing Airbag System ...... 60 Power AM-FM Radio ...... 134 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Door Locks ...... 16 Satellite ...... 136 Crash ...... 71 Mirrors ...... 25 Reading Lamps ...... 125 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after Outlets ...... 86 Rear Camera Mirror ...... 26 a Crash ...... 50 Protection, Battery ...... 127 Rear Seats ...... 42 Reporting Safety Defects Retained Accessory (RAP) ...... 205 Heated ...... 44 Canadian Government ...... 357 Seat Adjustment ...... 36 Rear Storage ...... 77 General Motors ...... 358 Windows ...... 29 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...... 227 U.S. Government ...... 357 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ...... 49 Rear Window Washer/Wiper ...... 85 Restraints Privacy Rearview Mirrors ...... 26 Where to Put ...... 65 Vehicle Data Recording ...... 358 Automatic Dimming ...... 26 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...... 205 Problems with Route Guidance ...... 153 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 37 Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 26 Program Recognition Roads Courtesy Transportation ...... 354 Voice ...... 154 Driving, Wet ...... 194 Prohibited Fuels ...... 239 Recommended Roadside Assistance Program ...... 352 Proposition 65 Warning, Fuel ...... 239 Roof California ...... 254, 274, 318, Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . 340 Sunroof ...... 31 Back Cover Records Roof Rack System ...... 81 Publication Ordering Information ...... 356 Maintenance ...... 343 Rotation, Tires ...... 300 R Recreational Vehicle Towing ...... 321 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...... 348 Reimbursement Program, GM Running the Vehicle While Parked ...... 207 Radio Mobility ...... 352 HD Radio Technology ...... 135 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...... 7 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 13 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

376 Index S Securing Child Restraints ...... 72, 73 Spare Tire Safety Defects Reporting Security Compact ...... 317 Canadian Government ...... 357 Light ...... 106 Special Application Services ...... 337 General Motors ...... 358 OnStar ...... 361 Specifications and Capacities ...... 345 U.S. Government ...... 357 Vehicle ...... 23 Speedometer ...... 94 Safety Locks ...... 17 Vehicle Alarm ...... 23 StabiliTrak Safety System Check ...... 49 Service ...... 186 OFF Light ...... 104 Satellite Radio ...... 136 Accessories and Modifications ...... 254 Start Assist, Hill ...... 212 Scheduling Appointments ...... 353 Doing Your Own Work ...... 255 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 13 Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 307 Maintenance Records ...... 343 Starting the Engine ...... 202 Seat Belts ...... 44 Maintenance, General Information . . . . . 331 Steering ...... 189 Care ...... 50 Parts Identification ...... 344 Heated Wheel ...... 83 Extender ...... 49 Scheduling Appointments ...... 353 Wheel Adjustment ...... 83 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly ...... 45 Service Electric Parking Brake Light ...... 102 Wheel Controls ...... 83 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 46 Services Steering Wheel Controls ...... 130 Reminders ...... 98 Special Application ...... 337 Stop/Start System ...... 203 Replacing after a Crash ...... 50 Servicing System ...... 153 Storage Use During Pregnancy ...... 49 Servicing the Airbag ...... 58 Rear ...... 77 Seats Settings ...... 164 Storage Areas Adjustment, Front ...... 35 Shift Lock Control Function Check, Armrest ...... 77 Head Restraints ...... 33 Automatic Transmission ...... 275 Cargo Management System ...... 79 Heated and Ventilated Front ...... 40 Shifting Center Console ...... 77 Heated, Rear ...... 44 Into Park ...... 205 Glove Box ...... 76 Lumbar Adjustment, Front ...... 36 Out of Park ...... 205 Roof Rack System ...... 81 Memory ...... 38 Shopping Bag Hooks ...... 78 Sunglasses ...... 76 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 36 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 236 Storage Compartments ...... 76 Rear ...... 42 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...... 124 Storing the Tire Sealant and Reclining Seatbacks ...... 37 Software Updates ...... 134 Compressor Kit ...... 313 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

Index 377 Struts Tires (cont'd) Towing Gas ...... 277 Buying New Tires ...... 302 Driving Characteristics ...... 242 Stuck Vehicle ...... 196 Chains ...... 305 Equipment ...... 248 Summer Tires ...... 289 Changing ...... 313 General Information ...... 242 Sun Visors ...... 31 Compact Spare ...... 317 Recreational Vehicle ...... 321 Sunglass Storage ...... 76 Designations ...... 291 Trailer ...... 245 Sunroof ...... 31 Different Size ...... 303 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...... 251 Symbols ...... 2 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 306 Vehicle ...... 320 Navigation ...... 145 Inspection ...... 300 Traction System Pressure ...... 294, 295 Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Engine Air Filter Life ...... 265 Pressure Light ...... 105 Light ...... 104 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) ...... 230 Pressure Monitor Operation ...... 297 Off Light ...... 104 Global Positioning ...... 152 Pressure Monitor System ...... 296 Traction Control/Electronic Stability Infotainment ...... 359 Rotation ...... 300 Control ...... 213 OnStar ...... 151 Sealant and Compressor Kit ...... 307 Trademarks and License Agreements ...... 173 Roof Rack ...... 81 Sealant and Compressor Kit, Trailer Systems Storing ...... 313 Sway Control (TSC) ...... 251 Driver Assistance ...... 225 Sidewall Labeling ...... 289 Towing ...... 245 Terminology and Definitions ...... 292 T Transmission Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...... 303 Automatic ...... 207 Tachometer ...... 95 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 305 Fluid, Automatic ...... 265 Teen Driver ...... 171 Wheel Replacement ...... 305 Transportation Program, Courtesy ...... 354 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...... 351 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 301 Trip Odometer ...... 95 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 24 Winter ...... 288 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...... 124 Immobilizer ...... 24 Top Tier Fuel ...... 239 Time ...... 86 U Tow/Haul Mode ...... 210 Tires ...... 287 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...... 303 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 103 All-Season ...... 288 Universal Remote System ...... 117 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 14608203) - 2021 - CRC - 10/29/20

378 Index Universal Remote System (cont'd) Vehicle Care (cont'd) Windshield Operation ...... 119 Tire Pressure ...... 294 Replacement ...... 277 Programming ...... 117 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...... 358 Wiper/Washer ...... 84 Updates Vehicle Positioning ...... 152 Winter Map Data ...... 153 Ventilation, Air ...... 186 Driving ...... 195 Software ...... 134 Visors ...... 31 Winter Tires ...... 288 USB Port ...... 137 Voice Recognition ...... 154 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 276 Using the Navigation System ...... 142 Voltage Devices and Wiring ...... 279 Wipers Using the System ...... 131 Voltmeter Gauge ...... 97 Rear Washer ...... 85 Using This Manual ...... 2 W Wireless Charging ...... 87 Wiring, High Voltage Devices ...... 279 V Warning Vehicle Brake System Light ...... 101 Alarm System ...... 23 Caution and Danger ...... 2 Canadian Owners ...... 1 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Control ...... 189 Indicators ...... 89 Identification Number (VIN) ...... 344 Warnings Load Limits ...... 197 Hazard Flashers ...... 124 Messages ...... 113 Washer Fluid ...... 272 Personalization ...... 113 Wheels Remote Start ...... 13 Alignment and Tire Balance ...... 305 Security ...... 23 Different Size ...... 303 Speed Messages ...... 113 Replacement ...... 305 Towing ...... 320 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 301 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 103 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 65 Vehicle Care Windows ...... 29 Storing the Tire Sealant and Power ...... 29 Compressor Kit ...... 313 21_CHEV_Blazer_COV_en_US_84580873C_2021APR15.pdf 1 4/15/2021 10:33:31 AM

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