User manual CHEVROLET BLAZER 1997

[. . . ] REPRODUCTION The 1997 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tellsyou how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. [. . . ] side of the Always get out on the uphill (high) vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path. . . 4-25 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud. It's best to use a low gear when you're in mud -- the deeper the mud. the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you don't b *et stuck. On loosely packed sand (as on beaches or sand dunes) your tires will tend to sink into the sand. You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand. And if you do get moving, poor steering and difficult braking can came you t o slide out of control. I A CAUTION: Driving on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can be dangerous. Your ice vehicle could fall through the and you and your passengers could drown. Driveyour vehicle on safe surfaces only. Driving in Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean tlash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. If it's deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe. water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts. 4-26 If the water isn't too deep, then drive through it slowly. on At fast speeds, water splashes your ignition system and your vehicle can stall. And, as long asyour tailpipe is under water, you'll never be able to start your engine. When you go through water, remember that when your brakes get wet, itmay take you longer to stop. b After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information. I A CAUTION: Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweepyour vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it's only shallow water, it can still wash away the ground from underyour tires, and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over. Don't drive through rushing water. See "Driving Through Water" in the Index for more information on driving throwh water. Driving at Night a Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the 0 olare fromheadlamps behind you. Since you can't see as well, you may need to sIow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. 3 0 k- ---I Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. a In remote areas, watch for animals. 0 If you're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision N o one can see as well at night as in the daytime. [. . . ] Box 7047 Troy, Michigan 48007-7047 8-11 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATH The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased filling o by the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below. ) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have thediagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90. 00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40. 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. [. . . ]