User manual CHEVROLET BLAZER 2005

[. . . ] 2005 Chevrolet Blazer Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39 M Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P. O. [. . . ] A rock, log, hole, rut or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them. Often these obstacles are hidden by grass, bushes, snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself. Here are some things to consider: · you approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles. · you have less time to react. · you have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles. · you will need more distance for braking, especially since you are on an unpaved surface. {CAUTION: When you are driving off-road, bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position. So, whether you're driving on or off the road, you and your passengers should wear safety belts. · Is the path ahead clear?· Does the travel take you uphill or downhill? (There is more discussion of these subjects later. ) · Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly?4-18 When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you are not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, your wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, even with one or two wheels, you cannot control the vehicle as well or at all. Because you will be on an unpaved surface, it is especially important to avoid sudden acceleration, sudden turns or sudden braking. In a way, off-road driving requires a different kind of alertness from driving on paved roads and highways. You have to use your own good judgment about what is safe and what is not. At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills, your reflexes, perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You could have a serious -- or even fatal -- accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. See Drunken Driving on page 4-4. Driving on Off-Road Hills Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and cannot do. There are some hills that simply cannot be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. {CAUTION: Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. If you have any doubt about the steepness, do not drive the hill. 4-19 Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descend or cross. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a large hill, the incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes, grass or shrubs. Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill. · Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you will not have to make turning maneuvers? · Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path (boulders, trees, logs or ruts)? · What is beyond the hill? [. . . ] 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-102 11 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]